From February 1 through April 15 we’ll be collecting non-perishable food items and other necessities to benefit area food pantries serving the communities in which we work and live. We will have a donation area set up in our front lobby. Please feel free to contribute to the cause if you are stopping by! Following is a list of the most needed items:
MOST NEEDED FOOD ITEMS
- Canned mushrooms, asparagus, spinach, olives and no-salt veggies
- Chunky beef soups, clam chowder and other canned soups
- Canned meats (SPAM, canned ham, canned seafood)
- Cooking items (flour, sugar, baking powder, cooking oil)
- Spices (salt, pepper, garlic )
- Dried fruit (raisins, apples, dates) and nuts
- Tomato sauce, pasta sauce, and diced or whole tomatoes
- Pasta varieties: whole grain and regular
- Brown rice, white rice, quinoa, couscous, wheat berries and barley
- Canned fruit in juice
- Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise)
- Breakfast cereals and oatmeal
- Pancake mix/syrup
- Dry or canned beans, baked beans
- Peanut butter
- Canned carrots and other vegetables (we are blessed to have plenty of green beans and corn)
- Special dietary non-perishables: gluten-free and nut-free; low-sodium; heart healthy products
- Pet food
Non-Food Needs:
- Diapers (currently need size 6 and Pull-Ups)
- Baby wipes and baby hygiene items (shampoo, lotion, powder)
- Toilet paper, tissues, paper towels
- Laundry detergent
- Razors and deodorant
- Toothpaste
- Mouthwash (alcohol-free only)
- Shower gel and hand soap
- Feminine care
- Hair care items: shampoo, conditioner, brushes
- Lotion, lip balm, Vaseline
- Cleaning products (bathroom cleaner, window cleaner, laundry detergent, dish soap)