Feed the Keys 2026: Thank You for Making a Difference!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Florida Keys community, Feed the Keys 2026 collected 15,620 pounds of food for local food pantries throughout Monroe County – an 87% increase over last year!

From September 28 through October 9, more than 40 partner collection sites, businesses, organizations, volunteers and residents came together to help fight hunger across the Keys.

Held in honor of former United Way Board Member “Mangrove Mike” Forster, Feed the Keys continues his legacy of giving back and bringing neighbors together to support those in need.

Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, sponsored or helped spread the word! Your generosity is making a meaningful difference for local families.

Inspired to keep giving back? Explore year-round volunteer opportunities at volunteeruwck.org.

What is Feed the Keys?

Feed the Keys is a United Way of Collier and the Keys initiative honoring former Board Member “Mangrove Mike” Forster. The first “Be Like Mike” Day was held on October 21, 2022, what would have been Mike’s 62nd birthday. Since then, this annual tradition has continued with a focus on fighting hunger in the Florida Keys.

For questions regarding Feed the Keys 2027, please contact Andrea Garduno at andrea.garduno@uwcollierkeys.org.

When you give back to the community, make sure to spread the good on social media with #FeedtheKeys.