IN-KIND DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

GROCERY ITEM DONATIONS 

For Grocery Items
Food Outreach accepts individual donations of shelf-stable food. Because our clients are
immunocompromised and highly vulnerable to food-borne illnesses, we ask that all in-kind
donations meet the following guidelines:

  • We do not accept any food that has been cooked (i.e. Leftovers from a catered
    corporate lunch).
  • Food items cannot be expired
  • Cans should not have any dents or damage

Food Items We Accept:
Items may be off brand/generic. They do not need to be a brand name (e.g. Campbells,
Kellogs, etc.)

  • Canned Vegetables (peas, corn, cream corn, carrots, green beans, mixed
    vegetables, beets, spinach, whole peeled tomatoes)
  • Low-sugar canned Fruits (pineapple, peaches, applesauce)
  • Dry Beans (black, red, garbanzo, pinto, lentils, blackeye)
  • Grains (instant brown rice, long grain white rice, egg noodles, penne pasta, elbow
    pasta, spaghetti noodles, old-fashioned oats)
  • Low Sodium Soups (tomato, chicken noodle, cream of mushroom, cream of
    chicken)

    • A low sodium item is generally140 mg sodium per serving
  • Cereals (bran flakes, cheerios, corn flakes)
  • Healthy Fats (olive oil, almonds, peanuts, walnuts)

For Non-Food Items
All items must be in-date to be accepted.

Items We Cannot Take

  • Medication of any kind (prescription or OTC)
    • We are liable to safely dispose of any medication we receive that cannot be
      thrown away and it is very difficult to safely dispose of these items
  • Tube Feeding Formula or any associated tube feeding supplies (pumps, etc.)
  • Baby Items – diapers, formula, etc.
    • Instead, please connect folks to Nurses for Newborns at 314-544-3433
  • Nutritional supplements and vitamins
  • General medical supplies

Items We Can Take

  • Hygiene products – soap, shampoo, facial wipes, etc.
  • Adult incontinence supplies
  • Nutritional supports like Ensure or Boost
  • Can openers
  • Microwaves that are in good condition and clean

We will gladly accept donated food items during our agency’s regular business hours.

“SPICE UP YOUR LIFE” WITH A SPICE DRIVE!

Spices can play a vital role in supporting individuals undergoing cancer treatment, offering a range of benefits that contribute to overall well-being. By incorporating spices into their meals, individuals undergoing cancer treatment can not only experience enhanced flavor but also enjoy a myriad of health benefits that contribute to a more comfortable and supportive healing journey. We encourage those interested in holding a spice drive to reach out to Justin Kralemann, Senior Director of Development and Strategic Initiatives at [email protected] or (314) 710-5540.
Spices We Accept:
  • Mrs. Dash Low-Sodium Seasonings
  • Oregano
  • Cumin
  • Coriander
  • Basil
  • Crushed Red Pepper
  • Cloves
  • Bay Leaves
  • Ginger
  • Peppercorn
  • Tumeric
  • Curry
  • Cinnamon

*WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE AVOID SALT AND OTHER SEASONINGS WITH HIGH SALT CONTENT*  

KITCHEN APPLIANCES 

When a client comes to Food Outreach for the very first time, our Registered Dietitians (RD) perform an initial intake with the client. During this intake, our RD’s ask a variety of questions about access to essential kitchen appliances such as a microwave, refrigerator, and can opener. When a client shares they do not have access to these items, we try to provide the items when we have them in stock through generous donations.
A current list of needed items can be found here:
Amazon: CLICK HERE
Walmart: CLICK HERE

BULK IN-KIND PRODUCT DONATIONS

Food Outreach occasionally receives inquiries from trucking/distribution companies interested in donating pallet(s) of products that could not be delivered to local grocery stores. Due to Food Outreach’s limited warehouse capacity, we are not able to accept all donations. We prioritize accepting items that we can quickly incorporate into our Medically Tailored Meals and Groceries Program.
These include:
  • Canned Food Items 
  • Frozen Proteins (chicken, turkey, beef, fish, etc).
  • Fresh Produce
We encourage any distributors looking to offload an in-kind donation composed of large quantities of product to please contact Justin Kralemann, Sr. Director of Development at [email protected] or (314) 710-5540.

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