Duval peanut-butter collection runs through October 31
Duval Extension and participating Jacksonville locations are collecting unopened, unexpired jars for local food pantries during October.
What the record says
Jacksonville’s October 5 notice says Duval County is participating in the statewide UF/IFAS Peanut Butter Challenge. Donations are collected through October 31 and distributed to local food pantries and partners. The Duval Extension office at 1010 North McDuff Avenue accepts unopened, unexpired jars of any size; the notice also lists Jacksonville public-library locations among collection partners.
City announcement dated October 5, 2026.
Donation deadline: October 31, 2026.
Requested jars must be unopened and unexpired.
Source details and supporting locations.
Practical next step
Check collection hours before traveling, or call Duval Extension at 904-255-7450 about donations or organizational partnerships.
Limits and what is not established
This is a donation drive, not a food-benefit application or a guarantee of assistance. The notice does not state extended collection hours or promise that every site is open every day.
Sources checked October 11, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
City of Jacksonville: original information