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October 13, 2022 • 
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Time to clear out the pantry, COLA — and help out your fellow Soda Citizens while you do. 🥫

AllSouth is hosting a food drive to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank now through Fri., Oct. 28. No time to drop off? Donate via the virtual drive.

97.3% of each $1 donated goes toward feeding those who are hungry, including families + seniors who will experience above-average utilities this winter.

See food drive locations and plan your drop off.*

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