On the second Saturday of every May since 1993, our letter carriers have done more than just deliver mail. They help communities across the country stamp out hunger. This food drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day food drive, helping to fill shelves of food banks in cities and towns throughout the United States.
In order to help address food insecurities during the summer months, the United States Postal Service, the National Association of Letter Carriers and the National Rural Letter Carriers Association, ALC-CIO, United Way, Vericast, Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, CVS Health, Kellogg’s, and United Food & Commercial Workers International Union come together to help make a difference. Over the past 30 years, this drive has collected over 1.82 billion pounds of food. The food drive is on the second Saturday in May. All you have to do is place your non-perishable food items in a bag by your mailbox. Your letter carrier will pick up the bag and take care of the rest.
Here in Laredo, the Letter Carriers’ Food Drive has helped both the South Texas Food Bank and the Laredo Regional Food Bank. The drive is held in May to help re-stock the food bank shelves before students get out of school for the summer.
On the second Saturday of every May since 1993, our letter carriers have done more than just deliver mail. They help communities across the country stamp out hunger. This food drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day food drive, helping to fill shelves of food banks in cities and towns throughout the United States.
In order to help address food insecurities during the summer months, the United States Postal Service, the National Association of Letter Carriers and the National Rural Letter Carriers Association, ALC-CIO, United Way, Vericast, Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, CVS Health, Kellogg’s, and United Food & Commercial Workers International Union come together to help make a difference. Over the past 30 years, this drive has collected over 1.82 billion pounds of food. The food drive is on the second Saturday in May. All you have to do is place your non-perishable food items in a bag by your mailbox. Your letter carrier will pick up the bag and take care of the rest.
Here in Laredo, the Letter Carriers’ Food Drive has helped both the South Texas Food Bank and the Laredo Regional Food Bank. The drive is held in May to help re-stock the food bank shelves before students get out of school for the summer.
On Saturday, May 9th place your non-perishable food items by your mailbox. You can also drop it off at the nearest post office location. Non-perishable food items include items such as peanut butter, canned tuna/chicken, canned fruit, rice, pasta, dried beans, crackers, cereal, honey, jerky and dried fruit. It also includes canned vegetables like corn, peas, green beans, black beans or chili, ravioli, stews and soups.
This week, the South Texas Food Bank (STFB) also announced their “laugh out hunger” event featuring Steve Trevino. It is presented by HEB Hunger Relief.
“This event is more than just fundraiser – it is a critical moment for our organization,” said Laura Narvaez, Board Chair for the South Texas Food Bank. “This event helps us get a jumpstart for the holiday season, when demand is at its highest. With rising costs in food, fuel, and operations, this event is essential to ensuring we can continue to serving families, children and seniors in need.”
The event will be held on Friday, August 14th at the Sames Auto Arena. General Admission tickets are available for $40. They can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com or the Arena box office. Guests are encouraged to purchase your tickets early, as assigned seating will be in place and availability is expected to be limited. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, table reservations or raffle ticket sales, please contact the STFB at 956.726.3120. or visit www.southtexasfoodbank.org/laugh.
On Saturday, May 9th place your non-perishable food items by your mailbox. You can also drop it off at the nearest post office location. Non-perishable food items include items such as peanut butter, canned tuna/chicken, canned fruit, rice, pasta, dried beans, crackers, cereal, honey, jerky and dried fruit. It also includes canned vegetables like corn, peas, green beans, black beans or chili, ravioli, stews and soups.
Alma Boubel, CEO for South Texas Food Bank hosted a special announcement on Thursday, April 30th. They will be donating gently used vehicles to partner agencies to help expand food pickup and distribution efforts. The goal is to help strengthen food distribution efforts across Webb, Zapata, Dimmit, Maverick, Val Verde, Jim Hogg, Kinney and Starr counties, especially in rural and underserved communities in these areas. The STFB serves an average of 100,000 food-insecure individuals each month, making partnership like these critical to meeting the growing need across South Texas. The STFB is a proud member of Feeding America, Feeding Texas and the United Way of Laredo.
LAREDO ANIMAL PROTECTIVE SOCIETY (LAPS): DONATIONS NEEDED!
LAPS is asking the community to help with essential supplies and needs to help them care for the animals living at their shelter. They need: mops, brooms, puppy pads, trash bags, Clorox spray, dish soap, outdoor brush scrub, dish scrub brush, toilet paper, Clorox wipes, dog treats, wet food and bearded dragon food. Supplies can be dropped off at 2500 Gonzalez Street, Wednesday – Sunday 11am to 6pm. Visit them on social media for more details.
LAREDO CRIME STOPPERS: DINE TO SUPPORT – EVERY THURSDAY IN APRIL
Enjoy a delicious meal while giving back! Every Thursday in April 10% of your check will go to support the Laredo Crime Stoppers at P.F. Chang’s located at 2608 NE Bob Bullock Loop from 11am to 10pm. Present the flyer to support the cause whether you dine in or pick up. To get a copy of the flyer find Laredo Crime Stoppers on Facebook, Instagram or visit their website.
KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF LAREDO: BE A HERO FOR KIDNEY HEALTH
May 5th Jett Bowl North from 6pm to 9pm. For more information visit their website www.helpkfol.com or follow them on Facebook.
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF LAREDO: 2026 BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
This year’s Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame Laureates are Joe Arciniega – Community Leaders, Oscar Omar Lopez – Tejas Financial Advisors, Primo, Rick, Elizabeth & Kandy Walker – S E Legacy Development. The event will be on Thursday, May 7th at 7pm at the Laredo Country Club. For more information, please contact Oralia Bernal at 956.725.3464 or at obernal@jast.org.
SOUTH TEXAS FOOD BANK: STAMP OUT HUNGER – LETTER CARRIERS’ FOOD DRIVE
The event will be held Saturday, May 9th as letter carriers across the nation will collect non-perishable food items to help stock up food banks for the summer months. You can join the cause by placing your non-perishable food items by your mailbox. Every donation goes right back out into our community to help families in need. For more information visit STFB on Facebook.
IMAGINARIUM OF SOUTH TEXAS: LIGHT UP THE NIGHT
Join us for the AEP Free Family Night on Friday, May 15th from 6-9 pm at the Imaginarium located the main campus of Laredo College (West End Washington Street) Building P-149. For more information, please call 956.728.0404.
LAREDO MAIN STREET: FARMERS MARKET
The next Farmer’s Market will be happening on Saturday, May 16th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo! Each month features a unique theme, seasonal activities and exciting workshops. Every visit is a new and memorable experience. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients, supporting local artisans, or enjoying live entertainment, the Farmers Market is the place to be. For more information email: lmsevents01@gmail.com.
LAREDO STROKE SUPPORT; ANNUAL SALSA BOWL TOURNAMENT
Bowlers looking to hit the lanes for a good cause? You are invited to take a part in the Laredo Stroke Support’s Annual Salsa Bowl Tournament on Saturday, May 16th at Jett Bowl North from 12:30pm – 3pm. Teams of five are $200. For more information visit laredostrokesupport.org.
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF LAREDO (LVL): RECOGNITION CEREMONY
LVL will be having a student, volunteer and sponsor recognition ceremony on Saturday, May 16th at the Joe Guerra Public Library Multipurpose Room. For more information email chodges@lvlaredo.org.
If you have a upcoming community event or information on a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, please email at 956cuidandolaredo@gmail.com.
This week, the South Texas Food Bank (STFB) also announced their “laugh out hunger” event featuring Steve Trevino. It is presented by HEB Hunger Relief.
“This event is more than just fundraiser – it is a critical moment for our organization,” said Laura Narvaez, Board Chair for the South Texas Food Bank. “This event helps us get a jumpstart for the holiday season, when demand is at its highest. With rising costs in food, fuel, and operations, this event is essential to ensuring we can continue to serving families, children and seniors in need.”
The event will be held on Friday, August 14th at the Sames Auto Arena. General Admission tickets are available for $40. They can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com or the Arena box office. Guests are encouraged to purchase your tickets early, as assigned seating will be in place and availability is expected to be limited. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, table reservations or raffle ticket sales, please contact the STFB at 956.726.3120. or visit www.southtexasfoodbank.org/laugh.
Alma Boubel, CEO for South Texas Food Bank hosted a special announcement on Thursday, April 30th. They will be donating gently used vehicles to partner agencies to help expand food pickup and distribution efforts. The goal is to help strengthen food distribution efforts across Webb, Zapata, Dimmit, Maverick, Val Verde, Jim Hogg, Kinney and Starr counties, especially in rural and underserved communities in these areas. The STFB serves an average of 100,000 food-insecure individuals each month, making partnership like these critical to meeting the growing need across South Texas. The STFB is a proud member of Feeding America, Feeding Texas and the United Way of Laredo.
LAREDO ANIMAL PROTECTIVE SOCIETY (LAPS): DONATIONS NEEDED!
LAPS is asking the community to help with essential supplies and needs to help them care for the animals living at their shelter. They need: mops, brooms, puppy pads, trash bags, Clorox spray, dish soap, outdoor brush scrub, dish scrub brush, toilet paper, Clorox wipes, dog treats, wet food and bearded dragon food. Supplies can be dropped off at 2500 Gonzalez Street, Wednesday – Sunday 11am to 6pm. Visit them on social media for more details.
LAREDO CRIME STOPPERS: DINE TO SUPPORT – EVERY THURSDAY IN APRIL
Enjoy a delicious meal while giving back! Every Thursday in April 10% of your check will go to support the Laredo Crime Stoppers at P.F. Chang’s located at 2608 NE Bob Bullock Loop from 11am to 10pm. Present the flyer to support the cause whether you dine in or pick up. To get a copy of the flyer find Laredo Crime Stoppers on Facebook, Instagram or visit their website.
KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF LAREDO: BE A HERO FOR KIDNEY HEALTH
May 5th Jett Bowl North from 6pm to 9pm. For more information visit their website www.helpkfol.com or follow them on Facebook.
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF LAREDO: 2026 BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
This year’s Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame Laureates are Joe Arciniega – Community Leaders, Oscar Omar Lopez – Tejas Financial Advisors, Primo, Rick, Elizabeth & Kandy Walker – S E Legacy Development. The event will be on Thursday, May 7th at 7pm at the Laredo Country Club. For more information, please contact Oralia Bernal at 956.725.3464 or at obernal@jast.org.
SOUTH TEXAS FOOD BANK: STAMP OUT HUNGER – LETTER CARRIERS’ FOOD DRIVE
The event will be held Saturday, May 9th as letter carriers across the nation will collect non-perishable food items to help stock up food banks for the summer months. You can join the cause by placing your non-perishable food items by your mailbox. Every donation goes right back out into our community to help families in need. For more information visit STFB on Facebook.
IMAGINARIUM OF SOUTH TEXAS: LIGHT UP THE NIGHT
Join us for the AEP Free Family Night on Friday, May 15th from 6-9 pm at the Imaginarium located the main campus of Laredo College (West End Washington Street) Building P-149. For more information, please call 956.728.0404.
LAREDO MAIN STREET: FARMERS MARKET
The next Farmer’s Market will be happening on Saturday, May 16th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo! Each month features a unique theme, seasonal activities and exciting workshops. Every visit is a new and memorable experience. Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients, supporting local artisans, or enjoying live entertainment, the Farmers Market is the place to be. For more information email: lmsevents01@gmail.com.
LAREDO STROKE SUPPORT; ANNUAL SALSA BOWL TOURNAMENT
Bowlers looking to hit the lanes for a good cause? You are invited to take a part in the Laredo Stroke Support’s Annual Salsa Bowl Tournament on Saturday, May 16th at Jett Bowl North from 12:30pm – 3pm. Teams of five are $200. For more information visit laredostrokesupport.org.
LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF LAREDO (LVL): RECOGNITION CEREMONY
LVL will be having a student, volunteer and sponsor recognition ceremony on Saturday, May 16th at the Joe Guerra Public Library Multipurpose Room. For more information email chodges@lvlaredo.org.
If you have a upcoming community event or information on a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization you would like to share, please email at 956cuidandolaredo@gmail.com.
Peggy M. Duncan, United Way of Laredo
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