Students at Central Christian Academy are proving that it’s never too early to make a difference. The school’s 3rd-grade class has kicked off its annual “Spread the Love” Peanut Butter Drive, an initiative aimed at helping fight hunger in the local community.

The drive, which runs through October 30, 2025, is being held in partnership with God’s Food Pantry to collect jars of peanut butter for families in need throughout DeSoto Parish.

“We want to spread our love the best way we know how—by collecting as much peanut butter as we can,” the students said in their class statement. “We feel that no families should go without food, and especially not peanut butter.”

Residents are encouraged to participate by donating jars of peanut butter at Central Christian Academy.

Donors are asked to note that their contributions are for the 3rd-grade class drive.

Faithlynn Powell, a 3rd grader helping lead the effort, summed up the enthusiasm of her classmates perfectly: “It is peanut butter time!”

Teachers and organizers said the project helps teach students the importance of compassion, service, and community engagement—values that extend beyond the classroom.

For more information or to donate, contact Central Christian Academy.