NORFOLK, Va. - Folks all over Hampton Roads are gearing up for the 20th Annual Mayflower Marathon Food and Fund Drive.
Starting Friday, volunteers will be collecting food and monetary donations for 57 straight hours to benefit theFoodbank of Southeaster Virginia and the Easter Shoreand the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank.
“It’s just a really important time,” said Joy Eyrolles of the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore. “Families are coming together. Everyone should have a meal that they can share and enjoy.”
Radio personalities from 106.9 the Fox and FM99 are broadcasting live throughout the event.
“We welcome your donations of not only the turkeys and the nonperishable food items, but money as well,” said Sonja Morrell of WNOR.
If you’d like to donate during the Mayflower Marathon, you can visit the following locations:
Pembroke Mall
4554 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Friday – Sunday
5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
First Team Subaru and Kia
4834 Bridge Road, Parcel B, Suffolk, VA 23435
Friday 5:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Coliseum Marketplace in Coliseum Central
2120 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA 23466
Friday – Sunday
5:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
