Suggested items to donate to the YS Food Pantry
Items should be unopened and unexpired. Thank you for checking the date on the item before donating.
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD
Canned fish and meats
Canned vegetables
Canned tomatoes (all varieties)
Canned or boxed soups & broths
Canned stews and chili
Canned or dried fruit and applesauce (including no sugar added)
Spaghettios and canned ravioli
Baked Beans (regular & vegetarian)
Canned beans - black, refried, great northern, garbanzo
Peanut Butter
Jelly & Honey
Mac & Cheese
Cereal and Oatmeal
Dried Pastas and Pasta Sauces
Rice (White, Brown, & Flavored Rice Mixes)
Crackers (all varieties), Popcorn, Nuts
Baking Mixes (Bisquick / Pancake Mix, Muffin Mixes, Cake Mixes etc.)
Boxed Milk (including dairy-free varieties like almond milk)
Boxed Meals, Mashed Potatoes & Stuffing Mix
Regular Coffee & Teas (including Instant)
Condiments - Cooking oil, ketchup, mayo, salad dressings, gravy, seasonings
PAPER PRODUCTS
*SNAP benefits do not cover these items
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Kleenex
TOILETRIES
*SNAP benefits do not cover these items
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Bar soap
Shampoo & Conditioner
Feminine hygiene products - maxi-pads, tampons, liners
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
*SNAP benefits do not cover these items
Dish soap
Laundry detergent - including non-scented / sensitive skin
* We will also accept donations of baby food, pet food and other household items & toiletries as well as travel-sized toiletries
* We do not accept over-the-counter medications, alcoholic beverages or clothing
* If you have new or gently used medical equipment, and/or packages of disposable adult underwear, contact the
Yellow Springs Senior Center to donate these items