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A local community group is hoping to break that fundraising record set last year for the benefit of residents and families struggling to put food on the table

The Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial’s annual Generous Hearts Food Drive occurs March 11 and 12

All proceeds non-perishable foods and financial contributions go to SHARE Family and Community Services, including its food bank in Port Moody (2615 Clarke St )

It’s the second consecutive year for the food drive after a brief hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic

In 2022, the club collected more than 5,100 pounds of food and event organizer Pat Frouws is hoping the community can help shatter that record

“We want to create a better future and make a difference, “ reads PoCo Centennial Rotary’s mission statement

Interested residents can donate any of the following non-perishable items:

• canned fruit

• cooking oil

• juice (no sugar added)

• granola bars or whole grain crackers

• lentils and beans (canned or dried)

• rice

• tomato paste

• gluten-free products

• flour

• peanut butter

Volunteers will be collecting donations from 10 a m to 3 p m at the Port Coquitlam Walmart located at 2150 Hawkins St near Fremont Village

For more information, you can visit the Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam Centennial Facebook page