BOISE, Idaho — KTVB's 16th annual 7Cares Idaho Shares is underway - accepting donations and raising funds for local charities in Idaho, for Idaho.
7Cares Idaho Shares is a two-week virtual donation drive from Nov. 27 to Dec. 9
For the in-person day of giving on Saturday, Dec. 9, KTVB will broadcast live on KTVB Channel 7 at several locations throughout the Treasure Valley and Twin Falls, accepting food and cash donations to help the hungry and homeless in Idaho.
About 7Cares Idaho Shares
- 7Cares Idaho Shares is a community safety net campaign started by KTVB in 2008. Its mission is to aid local charities serving people in our communities who need help the most.
- Since 2008, through donations from individuals and Idaho companies, 7Cares Idaho Shares has provided over 11.5 million meals to Idahoans.
- Every donation provides nutritious food to children, seniors, veterans, and families throughout Idaho, as well as housing and heating assistance.
- Each year, Idaho businesses step up in a big way by becoming a “Company that Cares" and donating generously to 7Cares Idaho Shares as part of their corporate community charitable giving. KTVB looks forward every year to sharing their stories with our community to honor and celebrate their compassion and caring. To learn more about Companies That Care, contact KTVB Community Service Director Traci Liew at tliew@ktvb.com.
- Learn everything you need to know about 7Cares or donate online at KTVB's 7Cares landing page.
Social posts: #7Cares
Facebook examples
- Facebook post example #1:
- Did you know @KTVB's 7Cares Idaho Shares is Idaho's biggest annual food drive? Join us for the 16th year of #7Cares. The goal is to fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers of nonprofits for winter. As the temperature drops, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. No donation size is too small. Donate here: KTVB.COM/7Cares
- Facebook post example #2:
- As the temperature drops in Idaho, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Help KTVB's 7Cares Idaho Shares virtual donation drive fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers for nine Idaho nonprofits this winter. Learn how to help, or donate, here: KTVB.COM/7Cares
- Facebook post example #3:
- In Idaho, one in six adults and one in four children are expected to experience food insecurity in 2023. Help KTVB's 7Cares Idaho Shares virtual donation drive fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers for nine Idaho nonprofits this winter. As the temperature drops, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Do your part to help our community and donate here: KTVB.COM/7Cares
Twitter examples
- Tweet example #1:
- Idaho's biggest annual food drive, #7Cares Idaho Shares is virtual and in-person for its 16th year. As the temperature drops and more Idahoans are facing food insecurity in 2023, the need for food, shelter and aid is dire. Learn more or donate with @KTVB: KTVB.COM/7Cares
- Twitter example #2:
- As the temperature drops in Idaho, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Help @KTVB's #7Cares Idaho Shares virtual donation drive fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers for nine Idaho nonprofits this winter. Donate now! KTVB.COM/7Cares
Instagram examples
- Instagram example #1:
- Did you know @KTVB7's 7Cares Idaho Shares is Idaho's biggest annual food drive? Join us for the 16th year of #7Cares as the event is virtual and in person. The goal is to fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers of nonprofits for winter. As the temperature drops, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Learn more or donate with @KTVB7: KTVB.COM/7Cares
- Instagram example #2:
- As the temperature drops in Idaho, the need for food, shelter and aid grows. Help @KTVB7's #7Cares Idaho Shares virtual donation drive fully stock the shelves and fill the coffers for nine Idaho nonprofits this winter. Learn more or donate with @KTVB7: KTVB.COM/7Cares
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7Cares Idaho Shares 2023
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Donation Methods
Every donation provides shelter or a nutritious food to children, seniors, veterans and families throughout Idaho. You can donate online or by text 7Cares via the following methods:
- MOBILE: Text '7Cares' to (208) 321-5614 for a direct link to the donation website.
- CALL: (208) 321-5888 during the live News at Noon and the News at 4 broadcasts.
- ONLINE: Click on “Donate Here" at KTVB.COM or scan the QR code.
- CHECK: Payable to 7Cares Fund, Idaho Community Foundation, 210 W. State St., Boise, ID 83702.
- IN PERSON: Drop off donations in person on Saturday, Dec. 9 at select Albertsons and Fred Meyer stores (see list of drop off locations below).
KTVB will be running a phone bank from Monday, Dec. 4 to Friday, Dec. 9 during live broadcasts of the News at Noon and News at 4, as well as on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. to noon. Call (208) 321-5888. People can also scan the QR code shown during our broadcasts and at the top of this page to donate from their phones.
If you want to start your own donation drive at work, school, church or among family and friends, you can designate a collection bin or other collection area and print this flyer so donors know which food items to give.
Follow 7Cares Progress
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