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This year JSM is hosting a food drive that will benefit the Eastern Illinois Food Bank. This is a great way to help the community and any donation is very much appreciated. Here are some of the best things that you could donate to a food drive.
MOST WANTED
According to the Eastern Illinois Food Bank website, these are the items that they are looking for most:
- Canned meats
- Canned complete meals (Spaghettios, ravioli, etc.)
- Canned beans
- Canned veggies
- Canned fruits
- Boxed meals
- Peanut Butter
Some other ideas…
- Juice boxes
- Toiletries (toothpaste, deodorant, feminine products, soap, shampoo, conditioner)
- Spices (Garlic powder, salt, pepper, cinnamon)
- Holiday Foods (Yams, boxed stuffing, cranberry sauce)
- Unsalted Nuts
- Shelf-stable milk
- Pasta
- Canned Stew
- Oatmeal
- Honey
- Chicken/Beef/Vegetable Broth
- Brown Rice
- Quinoa
- Canola Oil or Olive Oil
- Soup
- Cereal
- Granola Bars
- Popcorn
- Canned tomatoes
- Applesauce
- Crackers
- Instant mashed potatoes
- Macaroni and cheese
- Trail mix
- Flour
- Cleaning products
- Pet food
REMEMBER:
- Canned goods with pop-top lids are preferred over canned goods that require the use of a can opener.
- Do not donate food that is past the expiration date.
- NO glass containers!
- NO open containers or homemade food
You can bring your food items to the JSM Office (505 S. Fifth St.) during JSM’s regular hours from November 26 until December 12. Thank you so much for your donations!
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