In November of each year, Calhoun City Schools and Gordon County Schools conduct an annual food drive. Each school collects food for one week. Roughly 85% of all food utilized at the VAC is donated during the annual Fired Up Food Drive. 

Area public safety servants compete each year in a friendly competition to collect the most food to help stock the VAC Food Pantry.  In 2024, the Calhoun City Police Department raised over 2,500 cans, making them the winners. 

​VAC Food Drives 

​​Fired Up FoodDrive 

Food drives are more than just collection events—they’re a lifeline for those facing food insecurity. They empower communities, strengthen social ties, and ensure that no one goes hungry. So, whether you’re donating a can of beans or organizing a food drive, know that your contribution makes a real difference! 

Interested in hosting a Food Drive on behalf of the VAC? Contact Miranda Bentley, 706-659-2003 or miranda.bentley@voluntaryactioncenter.org

First Responders Food Drive Competiton