Join Our Community Food & Candy Drive!

This autumn, Ascend Orthodontics is excited to expand our community support efforts by hosting a Food Drive & Candy Collection across both Louisville and Fort Collins! We believe in the power of a smile and the strength of a community that comes together. We invite all local schools in the Fort Collins and Louisville communities to join us in this wonderful cause, please email us at outreach@ascend-orthodontics.com to get involved!

From November 10th to November 19th, students, families, and community members are invited to contribute non-perishable food items and leftover Halloween candy. Your donations will directly support local families, bringing warmth and nourishment to our neighbors during the holiday season.

How It Works

This initiative is designed to be simple, fun, and impactful. Here’s how you and your school can get involved:

• Donate Food & Candy: Bring non-perishable food items or your extra Halloween treats to the designated collection boxes at participating schools. Every little bit helps make a big difference.
• Friendly School Competition: We’re adding a touch of fun to the giving spirit! Each school will compete to see which grade can collect the most donations.
• Win a Celebration or Donation: The school with the highest total will win a special prize: either a holiday movie party, or a $500 donation to your school!
• Support Local Families: All food donations will be delivered to local food banks to support families in our communities. Candy will be sent to deployed service members through Treats for Troops, spreading smiles near and far.

Why This Matters

Participating in the food and candy drive is more than just dropping off a can of soup. It’s an opportunity to create a ripple effect of positivity.

• Teaches Generosity: It offers a hands-on way for students to learn how small, individual contributions can add up to create a significant community impact.
• Spreads Holiday Cheer: Your donations provide comfort and joy to families during a season when it’s needed most, reminding everyone of the power of community.
• A Sweet Way to Give Back: Welcoming leftover Halloween candy makes it easy for every family to participate in more than one way while promoting healthy habits.

Important Dates

Mark your calendars for this community-wide event!

• November 10: Food & Candy Drive kickoff at participating schools.
• November 10–19: Ongoing food and candy collection.
• Post-Event: Winning grades will be announced, and prize celebrations will be scheduled!

Be Part of the Giving Spirit

This year’s Food & Candy Drive is a chance for Louisville and Fort Collins to rally together, support one another, and create meaningful change right here at home. We are so inspired by the spirit of our communities and can't wait to see what we can accomplish together.

Let’s make this holiday season brighter for everyone. Thank you for helping us turn kindness into action!

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