Stuff the Bus Food Drive September 2026

Help strengthen food security for Northern Virginia families at Britepaths’ Stuff the Bus Food Drive on September 19th.

Last year, our community came together to collect 965 pounds of food, valued at more than $1,900. This year, we’re building on that momentum to help ensure more families have access to nutritious food when household budgets are stretched.

Every donation helps stock pantry shelves and gives families more flexibility to manage other essential expenses. With the community’s support, we can build on last year’s impact and collect even more for our neighbors this September.

Event Details:

Saturday, September 19, 10 am – 3 pm
Braddock District Office
9002 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015

Most Needed Items:

• Dog food, dry/kibble
• Cat food, wet or dry/kibble
• Cooking oil
• Salt and pepper
• Sugar
• Flour and cornmeal
• Low-sugar cereal
• Low-sugar canned fruit
• Applesauce
• Pasta
• Pasta sauce
• Rice
• Instant noodles
• Canned tuna
• Canned chicken and other canned proteins
• Canned soup and pasta
• Granola bars
• Baking mixes, such as pancake or biscuit mix

About Stuff the Bus: 

For nearly 16 years, Fairfax County’s Stuff the Bus program has been a critical resource for local food pantries and families struggling with food insecurity. In partnership with local grocery stores, volunteers, and community organizations, the program collects non-perishable food items and financial donations at various locations throughout the county. This collaboration helps keep the shelves of local pantries and food providers stocked throughout the year.