BOISE, Idaho — The 16th annual 7Cares Idaho Shares campaign is now underway for several charities helping people experiencing hunger and homelessness in southwestern and south-central Idaho.
It's two weeks of giving to help strengthen the safety net by pitching in for nine Idaho charities working to help those struggling with hunger, homelessness and despair.
KTVB went live Saturday morning to celebrate the day of giving. It was a great morning highlighting the community's generosity with food and cash donations at the Albertsons Stadium parking lot and select Albertsons and Fred Meyer stores in the Treasure and Magic valleys.
If you missed the celebration, you can watch the full in-person event below or by clicking here.
Donation Methods
Every donation provides shelter or essential items to children, seniors, veterans and families throughout Idaho. You can donate online or by phone:
- MOBILE: Text '7Cares' to (208) 321-5614 for a direct link to the donation website.
- CALL: (208) 321-5888 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Saturday
- ONLINE: Click on “Donate Here" at KTVB.COM or scan the QR code.
- CHECK: Payable to 7Cares Fund, Idaho Community Foundation, 210 W. State St., Boise, ID 83702.
- IN PERSON: Drop off donations in person on Saturday at select Albertsons and Fred Meyer stores (see list of drop off locations below).
Donation Locations
Donations of money and non-perishable food are being accepted at select Albertsons and Fred Meyer stores from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday. Here's a list of the collection sites:
Boise
- Albertsons Stadium parking lot - 1400 Bronco Lane
- Albertsons - 1650 W. State St.
- Fred Meyer - 10500 W. Overland Road
- Fred Meyer - 3527 S. Federal Way
Meridian
- Albertsons - 4657 S. Eagle Road
- Albertsons Market Street - 3499 E. Fairview Ave.
- Fred Meyer - 1400 W. Chinden Blvd.
Nampa
- Albertsons - 2400 12th Ave.
- Fred Meyer – 50 2nd St. S.
Caldwell
- Albertsons - 2500 Blaine St.
Twin Falls
- Fred Meyer – 705 Blue Lakes Blvd. N.
Donation Recipients
As the temperature drops, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Donations are distributed between nine Idaho nonprofit organizations. Any donation size is appreciated.
Learn more about the beneficiaries of 7Cares Idaho Shares:
- Idaho Foodbank (hunger relief)
- River of Life Homeless Shelter (homeless shelter for men)
- City Light Home for Women & Children (shelter home)
- Rescue Mission Recovery Lodge (homeless with medical needs)
- Valley Women and Children’s Shelter of Nampa (women and children)
- Salvation Army of Ada County (families and children)
- Salvation Army of Caldwell (families and children)
- Salvation Army of Nampa (families and children)
- Salvation Army of Twin Falls (families and children)
About 7Cares
7Cares Idaho Shares is a community safety net campaign started by KTVB in 2008. Its mission is to aid local charities serving people in our communities who need help the most. The goal is to fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers of these nonprofits for winter.
Since 2008, through donations from individuals and Idaho companies, 7Cares Idaho Shares has provided over 11.5 million meals to Idahoans.
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