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Countywide Food Drive to Support Ross Good Samaritan Food Pantry

November 10, 2025 Mike Smith

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(Chillicothe) – As more Ross County families struggle to keep food on the table, the need for community support has never been greater. The Good Samaritan Food Pantry now serves hundreds of households each month, providing groceries and essential items to residents facing hardship.

To meet this growing demand, the Good Samaritan Food Pantry is partnering with the Chillicothe-Ross Community Foundation to lead a countywide food drive from November 14 through December 14. The effort will culminate at the Holiday Pops Spectacular with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra on Sunday, December 14, at the Ohio University–Chillicothe Shoemaker Center. Concert attendees are invited to bring nonperishable food donations that evening to help restock the Pantry’s shelves.

Local businesses, churches, schools, and civic organizations can participate by placing collection boxes and gathering nonperishable food items throughout the month. Those wishing to join can call or text Vonda Kern at (740) 701-2868 to register. The Community Foundation will provide signage and collection containers upon request. Donations can also be delivered directly to the Pantry at 255 North Woodbridge Avenue in Chillicothe, Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm, brought to the concert, or picked up by arrangement.

“The Good Samaritan Food Pantry is a lifeline for many local families,” said Scott Graham, Executive Director of the Community Foundation. “When our community works together, we can make sure no one goes hungry.”

Tickets for the Holiday Pops Spectacular are available on Eventbrite at https://tinyurl.com/ykvzbh72. The concert will celebrate the holiday spirit through music, generosity, and community partnership.

Key Details

• Food Drive Dates: November 14–December 14

• Benefiting: Good Samaritan Food Pantry, 255 N. Woodbridge Avenue, Chillicothe

• Concert: Holiday Pops Spectacular with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra

• Date: Sunday, December 14, 4 pm

• Location: OU–Chillicothe Shoemaker Center

• Tickets available on Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/ykvzbh72

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