Events
Join us at our upcoming events to help collect food, raise awareness, and break the world record for the largest student-led food drive.
Upcoming Events
May 20, 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Spring Collection Day
NCSSM Main Campus
Our biggest collection event of the spring semester! Bring non-perishable food donations and join us for a day of community service.
VolunteerJune 5-12, 2025
Business hours
Downtown Durham Business Drive
Various downtown businesses
Local businesses will be collecting donations all week. Stop by participating locations to drop off items and learn more about our mission.
See LocationsJune 15-30, 2025
All day
Dorm vs. Dorm Challenge
NCSSM Campus
Which NCSSM dorm will collect the most donations? Join this friendly competition to help your dorm win and support a great cause!
Join Your TeamSpecial Drives & Competitions
Dorm vs. Dorm Challenge
A friendly competition between all NCSSM dorms. The winning dorm gets a pizza party and bragging rights!
How it Works:
- Each dorm has a dedicated collection area
- Daily weigh-ins to track progress
- Leaderboard updated every evening
- Special bonus points for most-needed items
Current Leader: Hunt Hall - 425 lbs
School District Challenge
Local schools competing to collect the most donations per student.
How it Works:
- Elementary, middle, and high school divisions
- Weekly collections every Friday
- Educational materials provided to participating schools
- Trophy and recognition for winning schools
Current Leader: Durham East Elementary - 2.4 lbs per student
Business Partner Drive
Local businesses collecting donations from employees and customers.
How it Works:
- Branded collection boxes provided
- Weekly pickups by our volunteer team
- Recognition on our website and social media
- Special sponsor recognition for businesses collecting over 500 lbs
Current Leader: Triangle Tech Solutions - 780 lbs
Event Calendar
May 2025
- 15Planning Meeting
- 20Spring Collection Day
- 27Volunteer Training
June 2025
- 5-12Downtown Business Drive
- 15-30Dorm Challenge
- 25Mid-year Progress Report
July 2025
- 10Summer Collection Day
- 18Food Bank Tour
- 24Volunteer Appreciation
Past Events
Winter Food Drive
February 10-15, 2025
Over 100 student volunteers participated
Fall Festival Collection
October 22-23, 2024
Community engagement event with local food banks
Back to School Drive
September 5-12, 2024
Partnered with 5 local schools
Register for an Event
Can't Make It to an Event?
You can still contribute to our mission! Donate food at one of our permanent collection locations or make a financial contribution.