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What types of food can be donated?



  • Proteins such as canned tuna fish, salmon, chicken, turkey, beef stew, canned nuts, peanut butter and canned meats
  • Fruits and Vegetables including canned fruits and vegetables, juices and dried fruits
  • Canned beans and peas
  • Milk either evaporated or powdered
  • Pasta, oatmeal and cereals, rice, canned soups
The Food Bank is unable to distribute baby food or baby formula collected through food drives. Dry packaging and cans are preferred. For safety reasons, the Food Bank is unable to accept donated baby food, baby formula, or food in glass containers. No perishable foods maybe donated.

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