Gift for Giving: Free Storage for Food Drive Donations at U-Haul

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U-Haul Company of Northern Louisiana is running a food drive until Nov. 18, benefiting the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. Donors of three non-perishable food items at Shreveport facilities will receive one month's free use of a storage unit. This initiative, supported by the Caddo Sheriff's Office, aims to assist community members affected by COVID-19. Last year's drive collected nearly 1,000 pounds of food. The promotion reflects U-Haul's commitment to local community support during challenging times.

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• U-Haul offers one month of free storage to food donors, enhancing community engagement.
• The promotion aligns with COVID-19 relief efforts, addressing local food insecurity.
• Successful past food drives indicate strong community support.

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SHREVEPORT, La., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Caddo Sheriff's Office is currently holding a food drive to benefit the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana through Nov. 18. Now residents who give also stand to benefit thanks to a local partner in the collection efforts.

U-Haul Company of Northern Louisiana is offering one month's free use of a storage unit to any new U-Haul self-storage customer who donates at least three non-perishable food items at any of its Shreveport facilities serving as collection points.

The promotion is a show of support for the Caddo Sheriff's Office and its vital mission to feed our community members in need, according to Warren Iles, U-Haul Co. of Northern Louisiana president.

Residents can sign up for a month of free storage through the duration of the food drive. Simply visit the most convenient of the three U-Haul drop-off sites with your donation and ask about the offer:

U-Haul Moving & Storage of Downtown Riverfront
222 Lake St.
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 963-8789

U-Haul Moving & Storage at Hollywood
2205 Hollywood
Shreveport, LA 71108
(318) 636-7135

U-Haul Moving & Storage at Shreveport Airport
5919 Financial Plaza
Shreveport, LA 71129
(318) 687-3601

This is the second year the Caddo Sheriff's Office has hosted the food drive. Last year, CPSO employees donated almost 1,000 pounds of food.

Caddo Sheriff Steve Prator, in a recent press release, stated the food drive is especially important this year to help those impacted by COVID-19. "Many of our friends and neighbors have lost significant income or access to meals because of COVID-19," he said. "The Food Bank and our community need our help, so I encourage you to donate what you can. One canned good or 20, we would appreciate your help."

Donations of non-perishable items are also being accepted at the following Caddo Sheriff's Office locations: Caddo Correctional Center, 1101 Forum Drive; Programs/Investigations, 1501 Corporate Drive; Caddo Courthouse/Tax Department, 501 Texas Street; the Sheriff's Administrative Offices in Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street; and any of the CPSO substations located at 4910 North Market in Shreveport, 9956 Mansfield Road in Keithville, and 11411 Hwy. 1 North in Oil City.

The most requested food drive items are canned meat (tuna fish, salmon, or chicken); peanut butter; dried beans in a one- or two-pound bag; rice in a one- or two-pound bag; pasta/macaroni and cheese; canned vegetables; canned fruit; any boxed cereal, oatmeal or grits; flour and sugar (five-pound bag or less). No glass containers.

For additional food drive information, contact the Sheriff's Office Media Relations team at (318) 681-0666.

About U-HAUL
Since 1945, U-Haul has been the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, with a network of 22,000 locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul Truck Share 24/7 offers secure access to U-Haul trucks every hour of every day through the customer dispatch option on their smartphones and our proprietary Live Verify technology. Our customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to approximately 176,000 trucks, 127,000 trailers and 41,000 towing devices. U-Haul offers nearly 774,000 rentable storage units and 66.7 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities throughout North America. U-Haul is the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry, and is the largest retailer of propane in the U.S.

Contact:
Jeff Lockridge
Sebastien Reyes
E-mail: publicrelations@uhaul.com
Phone: 602-263-6981
Website: uhaul.com

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FAQ

What is U-Haul's food drive promotion in Shreveport?

U-Haul is offering one month's free storage to individuals who donate at least three non-perishable food items at its Shreveport locations.

When does U-Haul's food drive in Shreveport end?

The food drive runs until November 18.

Which organizations benefit from U-Haul's food drive?

The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana benefits from U-Haul's food drive.

How can I participate in U-Haul's food drive?

To participate, visit any of the three U-Haul drop-off sites in Shreveport with at least three non-perishable food items.