Feed the Homeless · Monthly
Show up. Bring a plate. Restore purpose.
A collaboration between Back 2 Purpose and Kingdom Kids Worldwide
Next drive
Saturday, November 28, 2026
- 2 PM – 3 PM · setup 1:30 PM
- Second Avenue Commons, 700 Second Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Street parking on Second Ave and the First Ave garage (5 min walk). Unload at the front entrance.
Still Needed
For November 28
Main Dishes
- Baked chicken trays (serves 20)Covered
- Main dish trays (serves 20) · 6 leftNeeded
- Pasta trays (serves 20) · 2 leftNeeded
Sides
- Side dish trays · 4 leftNeeded
- Green beans / veggiesCovered
Desserts
- Desserts (dozens) · 6 leftNeeded
- Cookies (dozens) · 4 leftPartially Claimed
Drinks/Water
- Juice boxes (packs) · 6 leftNeeded
- Cases of water · 10 leftNeeded
- Cases of water · 6 leftPartially Claimed
Serving Supplies
- Serving gloves (boxes) · 2 leftNeeded
- Plates, forks & napkins sets · 2 leftNeeded
- Plates/forks/napkins sets · 3 leftNeeded
Hygiene Kits
- Hygiene kits · 50 leftNeeded
- Hygiene kits · 50 leftNeeded
Clothing
- Warm socks (pairs) · 60 leftNeeded
- Warm socks (pairs) · 60 leftNeeded
Other
- Trash bags (boxes) · 2 leftNeeded
What To Bring
Please bring
- Hot, fully cooked meals in disposable foil trays with lids
- Individually wrapped desserts and snacks
- Sealed bottled water and juice boxes
- New socks, gloves, hats and hygiene items
- A label with the dish name and any allergens
Please don't bring
- Homemade items without a label or lid
- Raw or undercooked food
- Glass containers
- Alcohol or anything open/used
- Used clothing with stains or holes
Drop-Off & Send-Only
Drop off
Bring items to the venue between setup time and 2 PM, or arrange a pre-drive drop-off by email.
Ship
Email hello@back2purpose.org for our shipping address. Mark boxes "Homeless Drive".
Request pickup
In Pittsburgh? Choose Request Pickup on the Send Items form and a driver will reach out.
Donate
Every $25 helps feed about 10 neighbors. Donations are processed securely through Givebutter.
How Volunteering Works
- 1
Enroll once as a volunteer
- 2
RSVP for a drive & pick a shift
- 3
Get a reminder the day before
- 4
Scan the QR code to check in
About This Drive
The Back2Purpose Homeless Drive is a collaboration between Back 2 Purpose and Kingdom Kids Worldwide, founded by Marcell Johnson. Together we serve our community by feeding and supporting our neighbors experiencing homelessness.