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MWV: Food Supply Drive

Let’s kick off the summer with families well fed!

Friday, May 1, 2026 to Monday, June 15, 2026

Event Details

We are inviting you to participate in an important local initiative — a Food Drive benefiting the Marion & Polk Food Share — aimed at supporting individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community.

Access to nutritious food is a basic need, and this drive is an opportunity to make a meaningful, local impact. We are collecting non-perishable food items, and we would love to have your residents and staff contribute to this important cause.

Donate Now:
Make a monetary contribution towards the food drive by clicking the "Register Now" or "Donate Now" button at the top of this page to make a donation.

Here’s how your community can get involved:

  • Host a Collection Bin: Set up a central drop-off point in your leasing office or clubhouse to gather donations from residents and vendors
  • Promote the Drive: Share details through newsletters, bulletin boards, mail centers, or email (see templates below)
  • Engage on Social Media: Spread the word on your platforms using the sample caption

πŸ“£ Social Media Post

πŸ₯« Community Food Drive! πŸ’™
Let’s come together to support local families in need!

We’re collecting non-perishable food items to benefit Marion & Polk Food Share.

πŸ“Œ Most Needed Items:
Canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)
Peanut butter
Pasta & rice
Canned fruits & vegetables
Shelf-stable meals

πŸ“ Drop-off Location: Leasing Office
πŸ—“ Donation Dates: May 1st – June 15th

Every donation makes a difference—thank you for helping fight hunger in our community!
#FoodDrive #CommunitySupport #GiveBack


πŸ“¬ Community Email to Residents

Subject: Help Support Local Families – Food Drive Donation Request!

Dear [Apartment Community] Residents,

We’re excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Food Drive supporting Marion & Polk Food Share.

From May 1st through June 15th, we will be collecting non-perishable food donations to help provide meals for individuals and families in need throughout our community.

Most Needed Items:

  • Canned proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)
  • Peanut butter
  • Pasta, rice, and shelf-stable meals
  • Canned fruits and vegetables

Drop-off Location: Leasing Office
Donation Dates: May 1st – June 15th

If you’re able to contribute, please bring your donations to the leasing office during regular business hours. Every item—big or small—helps make a meaningful impact.

Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our local community!

Warm regards,
[Apartment Community] Team

For More Information:

Lacey Bowman
Lacey Bowman
Member Engagement Manager Multifamily NW (503)522-3196

Contact Lacey Bowman to host a donation bin at your property or business.

Drop Off Locations:

Salem

Fruitland Meadows - 5192 Caplinger Rd SE, Salem, OR 97317

Village East Apartments - 108 Village E Way SE, Salem, OR 97317

Rivenwood Apartments - 424 Center St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

South Salem

Anthony's Corner Lofts - 5775 Commercial St. SE, Salem, OR 97306

Gateway Village - 1900 Madras St SE, Salem, OR 97306

The Fairway Apartments - 1691 Wain Dr. SE, Salem, OR 97306

Vista Pointe - 1830 Wiltsey Rd SE, Salem, OR 97306

White Oak - 1807 Wiltsey Rd SE, Salem, OR 97306

Woodside Estates - 5535 Woodside Dr. SE, Salem, OR 97306

West Salem

Willamette Park - 825 Harritt Dr. N. Salem, OR 97304