Hearts & Heroes Holiday Food Drive

November 3 – 24, 2025

This holiday season, our local heroes are joining forces to make a difference.
CME Federal Credit Union, the Columbus Division of Fire, Local 67 IAFF, and the FOP Foundation are partnering to help stock the shelves at the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, supporting Central Ohio families in need.

How You Can Help

Drop off non-perishable food donations at any participating location between 

November 3–24 — or make a secure monetary donation online.

While all non-perishable donations are appreciated, these items are especially needed:

  • Chili with Beans

  • Tuna

  • Canned Vegetables

  • Canned Meat

  • Soup with Vegetables

  • Peanut Butter

  • Canned Fruit (in juice or light syrup

    Please ensure all food items are sealed and within the expiration date.

Donation Drop-Off Locations

  • CME Federal Credit Union Branches

  • Fire Station 28

  • Fire Station 23

  • Fire Station 17

  • Fire Station 11

  • Columbus Fire Training Academy

Give & Win!

Everyone who donates can scan a special QR code available in any CME Branch to be entered to win a $250 gift card of their choice!

 

Want to help, but would rather give monetarily?

Make a Donation Today
 

Together, we can make this holiday season brighter for families across Central Ohio.

*No purchase or donation necessary to enter or win. Open to Ohio residents 18+. One entry per person. Winner selected at random after November 24, 2025.