Where to donate unwanted Halloween candy

(Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct an inaccuracy. The Delaware Food Bank is not accepting candy donations.)

Sometimes it’s impossible to eat all the candy left after trick-or-treating.

Candy waste can easily pile up and put a heavy burden on your waste. Candy wrappers are also usually non-recyclable.

Whether you want to lay off the sugar or just get out of the season, donating your Halloween candy to local charities helps.

Donate your wrapped, unused candy to a nearby food bank or pantry near you in Delaware.

Where can I donate my candy in New Castle County?

The following places in the province accept candy donations:

Other places in the province might, but not every pantry will. Call before donating.

Salvation Army in Dover also accepts donations at 611 Forest St.

You can donate candy via Cape Henlopen Food Basket in Rehoboth Beach at 37510 Oyster House Road. First State Community Action Center in Georgetown at 308 N. Railroad Ave. is another place that accepts candy donations.