HessGiving dessert donations bring sweetness to local pantries Thanksgiving is a time of gathering, sharing, and giving back. For years, Hess has been spreading sweetness to community pantries by collecting holiday dessert donations for those in need. Shoppers can drop off their non-perishable dessert items at any Hess location. These donations will be distributed to local food banks and pantries to help ensure that everyone has a sweet treat to enjoy this Thanksgiving.