Compassion, Generosity & Trust
Mini Pantries Feeding Neighbors By Karen Hammond
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ne of the first things I did when I moved to Massachusetts was to find a volunteer opportunity in my new community. I found a local food pantry that really needed help and I’ve been there every week since. Food insecurity is a huge issue in the US – it doesn't matter where you live, there will be people without enough food
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FEBRUARY - MARCH 2022
Purchase Area Family Magazine
Diapers/pads/tampons Shampoo/Toothbrushes/soap/deodorant Cans with pull tops Can openers Single serving snacks Canned veggies/fruit/beans/soup/stew Ramen noodles/soup Single roll toilet tissue/paper towels Cans of tuna & chicken Single-serve oatmeal and cereal Crackers/bread/cereal Socks, hats & gloves Hand warmers Water/Juice boxes/drink pouches Dried fruit/trail mix/raisins Baby food/Formula Dried beans and legumes Chili or stew in pouches Plastic utensils/paper plates/wet wipes
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