CVESD Hosts Annual Food Drive to Support Chula Vista Families

The Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD), in partnership with the Chula Vista Community Collaborative (CVCC), is hosting a district-wide food drive from October 19 through November 6, 2026.

Students, families, staff, and community members are encouraged to contribute by bringing non-perishable food items to their participating school or the district office. All donations will be collected and boxed to share with families across Chula Vista.

Suggested Donation Items:

• Proteins: Peanut butter, meat (chicken, tuna, spam, chili w/meat), and bagged dried beans.
• Healthy Carbs: Mixed vegetables, carrots, sweet potatoes, soup, canned tomatoes, and green beans.
• Fruits: Any canned fruit.
• Milk: Canned or powdered.
• Sauces: Tomato, pasta, gravy, and broth.
• Pasta/Carbs: Bagged rice, pasta, mac and cheese, stuffing, rice mix, mashed potatoes, canned pasta, and peas.

Please note that donations should not include glass containers or oversized cans.

Thank you for helping make a difference in the lives of local families. For more details, contact commsoffice@cvesd.org.