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MAC to Continue Anne’s Pantry Donation Drive at 2026 MAC Softball Tournament

CLEVELAND — The Mid-American Conference is proud to continue its newest community initiative, Anne’s Pantry, in partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank, to support local families during the 2026 MAC Softball Tournament at Firestone Stadium from May 6-9.
 
Anne’s Pantry was created in loving memory of Anne Steinbrecher, the late wife of MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher. Her compassion for others and commitment to community continue to inspire those across the Conference and beyond. The initiative reflects Anne’s generous spirit and passion for helping those in need, transforming the excitement of MAC Softball Tournament week into an opportunity to make a meaningful difference for families across Northeast Ohio.
 
Throughout the tournament, fans are encouraged to bring nonperishable food donations to help fight hunger across the Akron-Canton area.
 
Fans attending tournament games can drop off items at designated collection area located along the visiting foul line.
 
The MAC encourages contributions of shelf-stable, high-protein items. Priority items include canned tuna or chicken, natural peanut butter, canned beans and hearty soups. Additional recommended items include pasta, rice, cereal, and canned fruits and vegetables. Fans are asked not to bring glass jars, expired products or opened packages.
 
As an added incentive, fans who donate will receive a free youth ticket to the 2026 MAC Softball Tournament.
 
If you are interested in making a monetary contribution, please visit the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank donation page and designate your gift in honor of Anne’s Pantry.
 
For more information on the MAC Softball Tournament and Anne’s Pantry, visit GetSomeMACtion.com.
 
Anne’s Pantry: What to Bring (and What to Skip)
  • Prioritize shelf-stable, high-protein items. Please bring:
    • The MVP List: Canned tuna/chicken, natural peanut butter, canned beans, and hearty soups.
    • The Playmakers: Pasta, rice, cereal, and canned fruits/veggies.
    • The Bench (DO NOT BRING): Glass jars (they break easily in crowded gyms), expired items, or "open" packages.
  • Logistics & Timing
    • The Drop-Off Zone: Look for the designated collection area located along the visiting foul line. Drop your items on the way in so you can head straight to your seat.
    • Incentives: For each fan’s donation item provided, fans will receive a free youth ticket to the 2026 MAC Softball Championship!