Greater Giving Donation Drive

Every fall, members, employees, and supporters of Greater Nevada Credit Union, A division of America First, unite to collect food, toys, and monetary donations through the Greater Giving Donation Drive. Let’s continue to come together and help make the holidays brighter for those in need in our local communities.

** Donations are being accepted November 9 – December 9 at all GNCU branches **

Items Needed Details by Branch

Donation Items Collected

Toys – New, unwrapped toys for all ages.

Food – Unexpired, nonperishable food items that are shelf-stable. Please check expiration dates before donating.

Canned meals: stews, soups, spaghetti, or ravioli (preferably low sodium)
Protein: peanut butter, tuna, salmon, chicken, dried beans, or canned beans
Grains: whole grain cereal, oatmeal, brown rice, or whole grain pasta
Fruits: canned (preferably packed in 100% juice or light syrup), dried fruit, applesauce (no added sugar), or 100% fruit juice boxes
Vegetables: canned (preferably no salt added or low sodium)
Dairy: shelf-stable milk
Kid-friendly snacks: granola bars, popcorn, animal crackers, or graham crackers
Baby products: formula, infant cereal, or baby food

Find a Branch

Donation Details by GNCU Branch

See below for who will benefit from the donation items collected at each branch. Can’t make it to a branch? Most accept monetary donations, too!

Reno and Sparks Branches

Food Bank of Northern Nevada (accepts monetary donations)
The Children’s Cabinet (accepts monetary donations)

Carson City and Dayton Branches

Food Bank of Northern Nevada (accepts monetary donations)
Carson City/Douglas County Salvation Army (accepts monetary donations)

Minden Branch

Carson Valley Food Closet (accepts monetary donations)
Carson City/Douglas County Salvation Army (accepts monetary donations)

Fernley Branch

Food Bank of Northern Nevada (accepts monetary donations)
Christmas for Kids-Fernley (accepts monetary donations)

A Little Help Goes a Long Way

Stop by your nearest GNCU branch to donate and help support neighbors in need in our communities.