From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
In Summary:
Goodwill Industries of Central Florida and WFTV 9 Family Connection are collecting nonperishable food donations at Goodwill stores in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties through July 11. Donations will support Annabel's Closet and United Against Poverty, two nonprofit organizations serving Central Florida residents in need. The annual campaign continues a partnership of more than a decade focused on helping families facing food insecurity during the summer months.
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Goodwill Industries of Central Florida (GICF) – in collaboration with WFTV 9 Family Connection – is once again holding a summer collection drive to assist families facing food insecurity.
Between now and July 11, non-perishable staples, such as peanut butter, beans, rice, canned meats and vegetables, can be dropped off at any Goodwill store in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Donations will be divided between two other local nonprofit organizations: Annabel’s Closet, which assists individuals leaving abusive situations, and United Against Poverty, which empowers Central Floridians to achieve sustainable economic self-sufficiency through a range of programs and services.
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“At Goodwill, our mission has always been centered on helping people build better futures, and that starts with making sure our neighbors have access to basic necessities,” said Ed Durkee, President and CEO at GICF. “As more individuals and families seek assistance across the region, we’re proud to partner with WFTV, United Against Poverty Orlando, and Annabel’s Closet in addressing a growing need across our region. This effort reflects Goodwill’s commitment to ‘Building Lives that Work’ by ensuring our neighbors access the nourishment and resources they need to succeed.”
For more than a decade, Goodwill and WFTV 9 Family Connection have partnered on summer drives to address hunger across Central Florida.
To find the nearest Goodwill store in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties, visit www.GoodwillCFL.org.
Key Points:
- Annual food drive underway: Goodwill Industries of Central Florida and WFTV 9 Family Connection are accepting nonperishable food donations through July 11.
- Three-county collection: Donations can be dropped off at any participating Goodwill store in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties.
- Helping local nonprofits: Collected food will be distributed to Annabel's Closet and United Against Poverty to support Central Florida residents experiencing food insecurity.
- Most-needed items: Organizers are requesting staples such as peanut butter, beans, rice, canned meats, and canned vegetables.
- Longstanding community partnership: Goodwill and WFTV have worked together for more than a decade on summer food drives aimed at helping families when the need for food assistance is often greatest.
About Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
For more than 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida has provided vocational and job placement services to tens of thousands of people living in Central Florida. Through 31 retail/outlet stores and 21 Donation Xpress locations in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Lake, and Volusia counties, Goodwill diverted more than 25 million pounds of clothing and household items from landfills in 2025. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida directly channels more than 90 percent of its annual revenue into programs that enable individuals to secure meaningful employment, achieve their personal goals, and thrive economically.
