SPIRITRIDGE FOOD/FAMILY ITEMS DRIVE

November 14-23

Spiritridge Families!

Starting Monday, 11/14 through Wednesday 11/23, Spiritridge is running a food drive for those in need. This will be done in partnership with Hopelink. Since 1971, Hopelink has served homeless and low-income families, children, seniors and people with disabilities in King and Snohomish counties, providing stability and helping people gain the skills and knowledge they need to exit poverty for good. Hopelink's mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community; we help people make lasting change. Their vision: A community free of poverty.

We're excited to see our students and community come together to support families in need!

Items We Accept

• • Food (not expired, shelf stable, refrigerated, frozen, etc.)
  • Bulk items (rice, beans, etc.)
  • Unopened paper products, hygiene items, cleaning supplies, diapers
  • Books

Items We Do Not Accept

• • Expired, opened or damaged food
  • Homemade or ready-to-eat goods (jam, sandwiches, etc.)
  • Meat that is not USDA grade (wild game)
  • Clothes, shoes, accessories (for any age)
  • Home goods (rugs, towels, napkins, etc.)
  • Appliances
  • Medicines
  • Alcohol

Most Needed Items Food Items

• • Canned Meals (chili, ravioli - pop top preferred)
  • Canned Meat (tuna, chicken, salmon)
  • Cereal and Oatmeal
  • Beans
  • Fruit (canned, fresh or dried)
  • Grains (pasta, rice, quinoa, barley, etc.)
  • Healthy Pre-Packaged Snacks (not in bulk preferably)
  • Hearty Soups and Stews (pop top preferred)
  • Nut Butters (peanut butter, almond butter, etc.)
  • Vegetables (corn, carrots, and peas preferred)

Non-Food Items

• • Baby items (size 3-6 diapers, wipes, formula)
  • Hygiene Items (toothpaste/toothbrushes, shampoo/soap, deodorant, razors, combs, brushes)
  • Paper Items (toilet paper, paper towels, foil, zip-lock bags)
  • Household and Cleaning Items (dish or dishwasher soap, household products, laundry soap)