Lions, Greens rally for Brysonn’s
The Oak Ridge Lions Club is partnering with The Greens Oak Ridge to collect donations for Brysonn’s Closet Food Pantry this Thanksgiving season.
You can drop items off now through Nov. 23 at The Greens Oak Ridge during its operating hours. The Greens Oak Ridge, a brewery and miniature golf course is at 201 Tuskegee Drive in Oak Ridge and open from
The most needed Items are baby formula, canned meats, canned vegetables, pork and beans, Thanksgiving fixings, soups and pet food.
Apart from this drive, Brysonn’s Closet is also interested in donations at its main location. The nonprofit organization runs a discount store to support for its charity at 350 North Illinois Ave. where it is also collecting food pantry donations.
“With the government shutdown many local families are struggling to put food on the table,” the organization stated. At its Illinois Avenue location it’s looking for any and all food donations, including canned, fresh and frozen ones.
“We gratefully accept all food donations — canned goods, boxed items, fresh produce, frozen foods, and more,” it stated. “If you’re a hunter, farmer, or gardener, please consider donating any extra meats, eggs, or farm-fresh items to help feed local families in need.”
The organization also accepts pet food donations as well.
“Times are tough and our four legged friends shouldn’t go without,” it stated. You can also give monetary donations online through Venmo: @Donate2BC and PayPal @BrysonnsCloset.
“Together, we can keep hearts — and plates — full,” the organization stated. For more information call 865-272-6212.