Friday, November 22, 2013

Annual Holiday Oak Park and River Forest Food Drive


The Student Council is sponsoring a food drive to benefit the Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry. The students have set a goal of 703 items - 1 item for every student at Longfellow.  The Food Pantry is asking for many different items this year.  The need is great.  Please turn in items by Thursday, December 12.

Food
Beans 
Canned Beef Stew 
Peanut Butter 
Canned Ravioli 
Canned Tuna / Salmon 
Cereal 
Pasta 
Rice 
Canned Fruit 
Canned Vegetables 
Condiments 
Beverages / Coffee / Tea 
Jelly 
Macaroni and Cheese 
Pasta / Tomato Sauce 
Potatoes 
Rice 
Snacks 
Soup 
Canned Tomatoes 
Specialty Items: Low Sodium, Gluten Free, Whole Wheat

Cleaning Items 
All Purpose Cleaner 
Dish Soap 
Laundry Detergent 
Window Cleaner 

Baby Items 
Baby Food 
Diapers 
Formula 

Toiletry Items (full size preferred) 
Adult Diapers 
Feminine Hygiene Products 
Laundry Soap 
Moisturizer 
Razors 
Shampoo / Conditioner 
Shaving Cream 
Soap
 

Cash and checks are welcome, too!

Items the Food Pantry Can’t Accept: 
Expired Items 
Homemade or home-canned foods 
Medications (prescriptions / over the counter) 
Open Items 
Products not in their original packaging