Do you have more Halloween candy than you know what to do with? Wondering where to donate candy once everyone has already combed through the treat bags and claimed their favorite sweets? Fear not: Kidlist has you covered! Once your kids come down from their Halloween sugar high, we are here to help you find a worthy cause for that excess candy in your house.
While there are fewer candy buy-back programs than there used to be, we still found a few places coordinating Halloween candy donation drives in 2023. Local programs are collecting candy for veterans, to support the Ronald McDonald House Charities, and for active duty troops. This is a great way to share with your kids the idea of giving back!
Where to Donate Candy
Most organizations haven’t started releasing their 2024 candy collection plans yet. Bookmark this page and come back after Halloween for updates!
Last year, the following spots hosted candy drives:
- Frankfort Park District
- Westchester Park District
- Jackson Family Dentistry
- Westchester Food Pantry
- Chicagoland Motorcycle Parade Toys for Tots
Other Options for Candy Donation
You can also check with your local food pantry, American Legion post, or other local charitable organizations to see if they are collecting candy. Kidlist readers have mentioned that the St. Cletus Food Pantry had a drop-off bin accepting candy last year, while the American Legion on La Grange Road in La Grange was collecting candy for the troops.
Looking for some Halloween fun for the whole family? Check out our Kid-Friendly Halloween Guide!
