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Sunnyhill Launches Emergency Food Drive

Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities Facing Nutrition Gaps

Sunnyhill has launched an emergency food drive to support people with developmental disabilities who may face disruptions in nutrition resources due to the anticipated pause in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

This temporary pause, expected to begin November 1, 2025, may leave many individuals and families in urgent need of food assistance.

“This is an urgent, time-limited effort to ensure nobody in our community faces hunger,” said Amy Wheeler, CEO/President of Sunnyhill. “We invite everyone to come together and help fill the gap so individuals and families have access to the food and essentials they need.”

Together, We Can Make a Difference

This emergency drive addresses a short-term nutrition gap caused by the federal benefit disruption. Your contribution helps ensure that people with developmental disabilities have the food and essentials they need during this challenging time.

Who Can Receive

Eligibility: Anyone diagnosed with a developmental disability affected by the SNAP pause, regardless of connection to Sunnyhill

Distribution Days: Tuesdays–Thursdays, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Start Date: October 28, 2025

All personal information will remain confidential. This initiative is rooted in inclusion, compassion, and respect for every individual.

Please sign up: https://25ERSHfooddrive.eventbrite.com

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How to Donate goods:

Donate: Non-perishable foods including canned goods and shelf-stable milk. Paper goods and toiletries are accepted.

Drop-Off Location: Sunnyhill, 14 Soccer Park Road, Fenton, MO 63026

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

For more information, please fooddrive@sunnyhillinc.org.

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This Food Drive Initiative is made possible thanks to the generous support of Sunnyhill’s Community Partners and Donors* , including:

*Information will be updated on a weekly basis.

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