FOOD DONATIONS
The following are lists of items currently most needed and those we have well-stocked. As always we are grateful for any shelf-stable donations that are not more than 6 months past their expiration date. In addition, per our agreement with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, we cannot accept meat (fresh or frozen – including turkeys), dairy, deli, or frozen items; we can only accept these from our grocery store partners. Thank you for understanding! Please feel free to call us if you have any questions (630) 879-3784.
Most Needed Items as of November 7:
- Pancake Mix
- Boxed Stuffing
- Vegetable Oil
- Canned Pumpkin
- Cranberry Sauce
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Sugar
- All-purpose Flour
- Canned Peaches
- Canned Pineapple
- Canned Tuna
- Pasta Side Dishes (Alfredo, Parmesan noodles, etc.)
- Rice Side Dishes (Beef, Chicken, Mexican Rice, etc.)
- Tall Kitchen Garbage Bags
- Gallon Size Ziploc Bags
- Diapers Size 4, 5, or 6
- Disposable Razors (women’s and men’s)
- Baby Wipes
Regularly Needed Items:
- Cake Mix
- Brownie Mix
- Salad Dressing (any kind)
- Salt & Pepper
- Pork N Beans
- Kidney Beans
- Garbanzo Beans
- Dried Beans (any kind)
- Refried Beans
- Tomato Paste
- Chicken Ramen Noodles
- Beef Ramen Noodles
- Condensed Chicken Noodle Soup
- Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Ready to Eat Soup (any kind)
- Canned Corn
- Boxed Cereal (any kind)
- Ground Coffee
- Tea
- Tissues
- Paper Napkins
- Canned Chicken Breast
- Canned Beef Stew
- Boxed Pasta (any kind)
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Laundry Detergent
Items We Currently Have Well-Stocked:
- Saltines Crackers
- Grape and Strawberry Jelly
- Olive Oil
- Peanut Butter (creamy and crunchy)
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Boxed Mashed Potatoes
- Canned Chili
- Black Beans
- Toilet Paper
- Olive Oil
- Condensed Vegetable Soup
- Rice
- Canned Diced Tomatoes
- Hand Sanitizer
- Spaghetti
- Ketchup
- Applesauce
- Canned Mixed Fruit
- Canned Pears
- Sandwich Bags
- Diapers Size 1, 2, & 3
Food Donation Drop off Hours:
Tuesday 8:30am – 12:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am – 12:00pm and 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am – 12:00pm and 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am – 12:00pm