# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Cochise County-wide Food Drive
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Help stock the shelves at local food banks! Kartchner Caverns State Park is serving as a collection point for this county-wide food drive benefiting Cochise County Food Network. 

With a poverty rate of 16.3%, Cochise County pantries and food banks work tirelessly to provide food to neighbors who are struggling. Food insecurity means not having reliable access to enough nutritious food to live a healthy, active life. Food provides more than nourishment: it gives energy, focus, dignity, and hope. 

Drop off your shelf stable food donations and household supplies at Kartchner Caverns from March 14-20. See recommended items below. Our park will have a collection box inside the Discovery Center, or if you're not entering the park, you're welcome to drop them off at our gatehouse.

WHAT TO DONATE 
(Please, non-perishable items only. No expired, used or damaged products.)
- Canned goods: vegetables, fruits, tuna, canned beef stew, canned meats, beans, soup, chill, spaghetti sauce
- Boxed goods: Macaroni and cheese, mashed/scalloped/au gratin potatoes, stuffing mix, shelf-stable milk, crackers, cookies, cereal, teas, ramen, Hamburger Helper, oatmeal
- Other Recommended Items: 12 Oz. peanut butter, jelly, powdered drink mix, honey, cooking oil, instant coffee, powdered coffee creamer
- Dry goods: pastas, dry beans, rice
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/benson/cochise-county-wide-food-drive/200029816484610
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Benson
- **state**: AZ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2980 S Hwy 90, Benson, AZ, United States, Arizona 85602
- **lat**: 31.83617
- **long**: -110.34309
- **full address**: 2980 S Hwy 90, Benson, AZ, United States, Arizona 85602

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Cochise County-wide Food Drive being held?
  - **A:** Cochise County-wide Food Drive takes place on Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am to Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2980 S Hwy 90, Benson, AZ, United States, Arizona 85602.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Cochise County-wide Food Drive?
  - **A:** Cochise County-wide Food Drive is organized by Kartchner Caverns State Park.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Cochise County-wide Food Drive is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Benson, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Cochise County-wide Food Drive sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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