Future Economy Collective

10/15/2026

A reminder that the community free fridge & pantry are located at 305 Washington St SW, Blacksburg, VA, 24060, but that access is easiest from the parking lot behind the building (parking lot entrance at the corner of Clay and Harrell streets). Volunteers and community members (like you!) clean and stock the fridge & pantry. The fridge & pantry also receive donations from some local organizations and small businesses. Please contribute if you are able. Take what you need, give what you can! For other resources, check out the Food Assistance Directory,https://cfnrv.org/wp-content/uploads/Nov2025_NRVFoodAssistanceDirectory.pdf

10/13/2026

The Community Foundation of the New River Valley publishes the NRV Food Assistance Directory. Download the pdf to learn about different food pantries and meal programs in each county. Some require ID and proof of residency, but some you can stop by no questions asked for a one-time food box or a carryout meal. The FEC Pop-Up free store is coming up on Sunday 18 October.

10/13/2026

Have you signed up for the Spelling Bee Fundraiser yet? It's a week from today. Come out to 622 North, have fun, and help support the Future Economy Collective!
Community Spelling Bee Monday October 19, 6-7:30 pm, 622 North in Blacksburg. Bring your friends and family. ALT TEXT: Image of a bee on flier.

10/11/2026

Reminder that our October pop-up free store (distro) will be next Sunday October 18th from 2pm-3pm behind the North Main laundromat in Blacksburg. Essential paper products like toilet paper, paper towels, and cleaning wipes are especially popular. Interested in donating items or organizing your own donation drive? We have a small collection box out again at Eats Natural Foods if you'd like to drop off items there. You can also place donations directly in the community fridge and pantry behind UKirk Center (see our page for details). For larger donations or to organize a drive, send us a DM or an email [email protected] . Thank you!

10/10/2026

Our friends in the VT English Department are doing a Spelling Bee fundraiser to help support the Future Economy Collective's mutual aid programs! Please join and sign up at the link to let them know you'll be joining the fun! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/B3877yFVps
ALT TEXT: Header reads" Community Spelling Bee with Virginia Tech English." On a yellow background, text reads "Monday, October 19, 6-7:30 pm, 622 North in Blacksburg." Two cartoon yellow and black striped bees buzz around an image of a chalkboard. On the black chalkboard, white text reads "Show off your spelling to raise money for the Future Economy Collective in Blacksburg. Bring friends and family! Students and grad students play for free. Faculty and community members are encouraged to donate."

10/08/2026

Want to help your community? Host a donation drive at your club, church, or other event! Household items like toilet paper, paper towels, and disinfectant wipes are our most popular items. These essential items are rarely provided at food pantries. DM us or email us [email protected]
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10/07/2026

We have our pop-up free store (distro) donation box up at the Eats entrance located at 708 N. Main St . Please consider dropping off needed items such as cat food, paper products, trash bags, disinfectant wipes, and non-perishable food items. Distributions happen the third Sunday of each month and any leftovers go to our community fridge and pantry. Thanks for supporting local families!
ALT TEXT: 2 photos of a large box with signs saying "Help Support Local Families" and "Donate for Pop-up Free Store (Mutual Aid Distribution)"

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

The Montgomery County VA Baby Shop will be open on the third MONDAY, October 19th
The link to make an appointment is below.
*Please note the instructions on how to park at the curb, call the number on the sign, then knocking on the door closest to the sign to receive your requested items from volunteers.*
Our mission, with the help of donors, is to provide basic care and clothing items for children sizes NB-5T. Clients may visit every 8 weeks. Families who reside in Montgomery County, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, or the City of Radford who need assistance can receive free diapers, supplies, and gently used clothing and equipment. Clients will be asked to provide proof of address and proof of services received, such as EBT, WIC, SNAP, or Medicaid. Expectant mothers may visit during the final two months of pregnancy.
If you would like to make an appointment to pick up items, please click on this link:
https://forms.gle/7J6z7AEtU3HRosp48
Text us at 540-391-0441 with any questions or to arrange to bring donations. We are a ministry of Blacksburg Presbyterian Church and St. Paul Methodist Church.

10/02/2026

Thanks to everyone who has been stocking the community fridge and pantry behind UKirk Center in Blacksburg with food and essential supplies. There are some covid test kits in there now if anyone needs some for this weekend, or before VT upcoming fall break. Appreciate who help keep our community safe!