🍽️ Cates Street Pharmacy Launches Thanksgiving Food Drive in Dunlap

As the holiday season approaches, Cates Street Pharmacy is stepping up to address food insecurity in Dunlap by opening its doors as a collection point for community donations. The locally operated pharmacy is channeling its commitment to the neighborhood into direct action, inviting residents to contribute non-perishable items that will reach families across the area.

📍 How to Donate

Cates Street Pharmacy is accepting donations at 104 Cates Street, Dunlap, TN 37327, through November 24th, 2026. The pharmacy’s regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. ✨ Drop-offs are simple-just bring items in and leave them with staff.

🥫 Most-Needed Items

The pharmacy has identified specific items that make the biggest impact for local families:

• Canned vegetables and fruit
• Canned tuna, chicken, and beans
• Peanut butter and jelly
• Pasta, rice, and macaroni
• Cereal and oatmeal
• Shelf-stable milk
• Soup and broth
• Boxed meals

❤️ Why It Matters

Food drives like this one fill a critical gap during the holiday season, when many households face increased financial pressure. By positioning the pharmacy as a collection hub, Cates Street Pharmacy makes giving accessible and convenient for neighbors who want to help but may not know where to start. 💪 Every contribution directly supports families in Dunlap who are working to put food on the table.

The initiative reflects the pharmacy’s broader mission as an independent, locally operated business deeply rooted in the community. Rather than standing apart from neighborhood challenges, the team is actively working to address them-turning a place where people come for health care into a center for community care.