SCOUTING FOR FOOD

Serving Others… It’s the American Way

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Each February, thousands of Scouts across Utah, southern Idaho, and western Wyoming come together for Scouting for Food—one of the region’s largest youth-led service projects. Working alongside community partners, Scouts collect and deliver food to local pantries serving families in need.

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As part of the America250 celebration, this year’s theme highlights a simple idea: neighbors helping neighbors.

OVERVIEW

• Collection Date:  February 13, 2027

• Participants:  6,000+ Scouts and 2,500 volunteers

• Where It Goes:  Local food pantries across the region

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Scouting for Food shows what’s possible when communities come together.

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HOW IT WORKS

Visit a participating Smith’s Grocery Store on Saturday, February 13.

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• Scouts will greet you at the entrance with a list of needed items

• As you shop, add a few extra non-perishable items to your cart

• Drop donations in the collection bins near the exit

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From there, Scouts and the Utah National Guard deliver the food directly to local pantries.

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WHY IT MATTERS

Food insecurity affects many families in our communities, especially during the winter months. Scouting for Food helps meet immediate needs while giving young people a hands-on way to serve and lead.

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Shop & Donate

Stop by a participating store and add a few items to your cart.

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Volunteer
Help collect, sort, and deliver donations alongside Scouts and community partners.

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Spread the Word

Share the effort and invite others to get involved.

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FIND A DONATION LOCATION

Use the map below to locate a participating store near you.