Marquette, MI, October 22, 2026 —

The United Way of Marquette County is holding its annual Walmart Food Drive on Friday, October 30, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Walmart in Marquette Township. The drive will collect food, household essentials and monetary donations for local nonprofits working to combat food insecurity.

The event combines several types of contributions, allowing donations of groceries, household items or money. The information provided does not specify which food or household products are being sought, or how monetary donations will be accepted.

The drive is described as an annual event, but no details were provided about its history, previous donation totals or the nonprofits that will receive contributions. The year for the October 30 date was also not specified.

The United Way of Marquette County is identified as the organizer, and Walmart in Marquette Township as the site. No additional information was provided about volunteer opportunities, collection procedures at the store or how donated goods and funds will be distributed among local nonprofits.

The stated purpose of the drive is to help local nonprofits address food insecurity. Further details about participating organizations and the specific items needed were not included in the event information.


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