The Harnett County Child Support Division of the Department of Social Services (DSS) is excited to host a canned food drive during July. In response to a growing need for food assistance, the Child Support Division is asking the community to come together to contribute to this important cause.

“People are really struggling during these difficult economic times to provide food to their families, we want to do something to help,” said Angela Warren, Harnett County Child Support Enforcement Program Manager. “In honor of Child Support Awareness Month in August, DSS is gathering food the entire month of July to distribute to individuals and families in August.”

Harnett County Child Support Division is asking community members to donate canned goods (non-perishable food items) and spread the word for others to learn about this initiative as well.

Individuals interested in donating can drop off canned goods items at the Harnett County Department of Social Services building at 311 W. Cornelius Harnett Boulevard, Lillington. Contributions will be accepted until July 31, 2024.

For questions, contact Warren at awarren@harnett.org

Harnett County is one of the fastest growing counties in North Carolina with approximately 140,000 residents. Harnett's tagline of "Strong Roots, New Growth," describes a county in transition, one that values its rural agricultural heritage while also embracing new growth and industry. Harnett County is optimally located just between North Carolina's capital city of Raleigh and the internationally recognized Research Triangle Park to the north, and the nation's largest military installation in Fort Liberty to the south.