This holiday season, take the opportunity to fight food insecurity as you dive into an aquatic adventure.

Back for its 11th year, Greater Cleveland Aquarium is partnering with Hunger Network for “Nourish Our Neighbors,” a seven-day drive collecting canned proteins like tuna and chicken, shelf-stable milk, nut butter, whole grain cereals and healthy and nutritious nonperishables—as well as essential personal and household hygiene items including toilet paper, deodorant and diapers.

Each guest who drops off an item from Hunger Network’s wish list (see graphic to bottom right) at the Aquarium ticket counter between Wednesday, November 12 – Tuesday, November 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., will receive $7 off their same-day admission. Aquarium members will receive one raffle entry for each item they contribute for an opportunity to win a special prize package that includes a back-of-house fish feeding experience, a gift shop prize basket and a $100 voucher for a Music Box Supper Club concert. 

“It’s real-time good karma, with one good deed translating to one good deal,” says Greater Cleveland Aquarium GM Stephanie White. “Give a little to help someone in need, and we'll give you a discount to explore nearby lakes and faraway oceans.” 

Serving more than 45,000 individuals each month, Hunger Network is one of Cuyahoga County’s largest emergency food providers. “When we come together as a community, we can nourish more than just bodies, we nourish hope,” says Hunger Network CEO Julie M. Johnson. “Every donation is a lifeline, helping us touch more lives and ensure that families across northeast Ohio feel supported, valued, and empowered.”

Hunger Network representatives will be on-site on Saturday & Sunday, November 15 & 16, to share the nonprofit’s mission and accept monetary gifts in lieu of physical items. “The winter season brings added burdens for many families, from heating bills to healthcare costs,” Johnson adds. “By partnering with the Greater Cleveland Aquarium, we’re showing that compassion and curiosity can go hand in hand—your gift not only feeds a neighbor, it fuels a movement toward a healthier, more connected community.”

“We’ve been partnering with Hunger Network almost as long as we’ve been open,” says White. “I always find it heartwarming to see parents bring in their children to drop off jars of peanut butter or boxes of pasta so they can play a small role in helping their community thrive.” 

For questions about donating, contact Greater Cleveland Aquarium at 216-862-8803 or visit greaterclevelandaquarium.com. For information on other ways you can support Hunger Network visit hungernetwork.org.  

Greater Cleveland Aquarium is located at 2000 Sycamore Street on the west bank of the Flats in Downtown Cleveland.