Nonperishable foods are “shelf-stable” items that do not spoil or decay. They can withstand months (even years) of shelf life, which is why they are sometimes referred to as “shelf-stable” foods. They’re the items found on the shelves of most home pantries… and these items are a vital staple for foodshelves when serving hungry individuals and families. As part of our mission at EFN, it is important for us to always be collecting nutritious foods from community food and cash drives for the hunger relief programs in our network, so hungry individuals can receive the knowledge and nutrition for proper health.
Foods high in fat, oils and sugar make up a high percentage of many diets, especially of those less fortunate, because they are inexpensive and easy to obtain.
Please donate kindly from the suggested food pyramid categories and nonperishable suggestions below to help us provide a well-balanced, nutritious set of foods to those who do not have enough to eat.
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Fruits and Vegetables Group
Canned or dry fruits and vegetables in an array of colors will help ensure consumption of many vitamins and minerals.
- Canned vegetables
- Vegetable juice
- Canned tomatoes (juice and sauce)
- Canned fruit and fruit cups (in its own juice)
- Fruit juice
- Dried fruit
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Grain Group
Whole grains provide maximum nutrition value and long-lasting energy.
- Oatmeal Whole grain crackers
- Low sugar/high fiber cereals
- All pasta types
- Whole grain rice
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Protein Group
Lean meats and canned or dry beans provide the necessary fuel for muscles.
- Canned tuna, salmon or chicken
- Bean soups
- Baked beans
- Dried and canned beans and peas.
- Chili Beef stew
- Peanut butter Nuts
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Anyone can donate non-perishable food to EFN – individuals, organizations or corporations. Individuals or groups with donations less than 250 lbs., or about 10 grocery bags, (a full trunk with several bags in the back seat is about 200 lbs.) may drop off their tax-deductible donation at EFN’s headquarters during office hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Get Directions.
All nonperishable community donations are available to the community for FREE!
A Suggested Donation Items flyer can be downloaded for your reference.
Companies or groups with large or bulk donations should contact EFN to arrange a pick up by EFN trucks or a delivery to our warehouse.
Get your organization together and support those in need today. Set up a Food and Cash Drive at your organization today!