Standing Together for Local Heroes 

The Wounded Heroes Fund is proud to partner with McWilliams & Walden to provide ongoing support for local Veterans and their families. Through this fundraiser, we are collecting essential items to help provide Holiday Food Baskets and Emergency Food Kits for the upcomming season.

Your contribution makes a direct impact—ensuring that no Veteran goes without the basic necessities.

Listed below are items that go into our nutritional assistance baskets:

Holiday Food Basket Items

  • Mashed Potatoes

  • Sweet Potatoes

  • Green Beans

  • Canned Corn

  • Fried Onions

  • Stuffing

  • Turkey or Ham

  • Butter

  • Aluminum Baking Trays

  • Canned Vegetables

  • Gravy

Emergency Food Kit Items

  • Ready-to-eat canned meals (stews, chili, ravioli)

  • Granola/protein bars

  • Instant noodles

  • Shelf-stable juice boxes

  • Crackers

  • Trail mix & nuts

  • Bottled water (individual size)

  • Single-serve fruit cups

  • Microwaveable rice or pasta meals

  • Shelf-stable microwavable protein (pouches of tuna/chicken)

How You Can Help

  1. Drop off items at Wounded Heroes Fund, 3121 Standard St., Bakersfield, CA

  2. Make a donation online so we can purchase items in bulk

  3. Share this page with friends, family, and coworkers

Every can, every box, and every dollar donated helps us take care of those who served our nation.