Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Food Drive with SOME
Let's fight hunger right here in our community.
We’re teaming up again with SOME (So Others Might Eat), a local nonprofit fighting hunger and poverty, to host a neighborhood food drive right here in the Bloomingdale neighborhood of Washington, DC. This time, we’re offering a few flexible ways to take part, even if you can’t make it in person. Join us in caring for our city, one bag at a time.
Sunday, August 2nd
9 AM–12 PM
Nest DC HQ | 87 Florida Ave NW
You've Got Two Ways to Get Involved
1. Drop off food donations
Sunday, August 2nd between 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at 87 Florida Ave NW
Look for the building with the big orange bird. Our team will be there to greet you. Swing by the Bloomingdale
Farmer's market after for some local goodies!
Can't make it on Sunday? Feel free to drop off donations at our office ahead of time Mon–Thurs from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM when our team is in! If you have any questions, feel free to call our office or email mimi@nest-dc.com.
2. Donate funds and let us shop for you
Prefer to give that way? You can donate funds through PayPal, and our team will handle grocery runs for the drive.
Donate your grocery funds by Friday, July 31st here
Every donation makes a difference. These food items are especially helpful right now:
- Meals in a can (such as chili, beef stew, spaghetti)
- Cereal
- Ramen noodles
- Canned proteins (such as chicken, salmon, tuna)
- Canned vegetables, no added sodium (such as beans)
- Canned fruit (in its own juice or water)
- Healthy snacks
- Low sodium soup
To make sure your gift goes straight to a neighbor’s table:
- Please check that food items are unopened and within their “best by” date
- Clothing should be laundered and in good condition
- Household items should be
gently used or new
Want to see the full list? Check out SOME’s donation lists here.
About SOME
So Others Might Eat has been serving our DC neighbors for over 50 years. Each year, they distribute more than
70,000 pounds of groceries and provide clothing, hygiene kits, and household essentials to thousands of residents in need.
Every can, box, or bag you bring to this community food drive in DC goes directly to families and individuals in need. Together, we can keep our shelves, and our city, full.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly can I drop off my donations for SOME?
Outside the Nest DC office located at 87 Florida Avenue NW on April between 9AM and 12PM or during business hours leading up to the drive. Look for the building with the big orange bird. Our team will be there to greet you!
What if I want to donate but can’t make it during the drop-off window?
If another day or time before August 2nd works better, email mimi@nest-dc.com to coordinate an alternate drop-off at the Nest office.
What are my options to support this effort?
There are a few easy ways to get involved. You can drop off food donations at Nest DC or support the drive by donating funds so our team can handle grocery runs on your behalf.
Who benefits from this food drive?
Your contribution provides healthy meals, groceries, and support for DC neighbors. All donations go to SOME, supporting individuals and families experiencing hunger and poverty in Washington, DC.
Do I need to register or sign up to donate?
Nope! Just stop by Nest DC on August 2nd within the drop off window with your donations. We’ll take it from there!
Join Us!
Bring what you can. Tell a friend. Together, we’ll stock SOME’s shelves and support our neighbors.
Proudly hosted by Nest DC. Caring for our city, one neighbor at a time.
