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2023 MN FoodShare March Campaign &
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MOST NEEDED ITEMS
Generally, the following items are most needed:
WHOLE GRAINS
quinoa, barley, rice, dry popcorn, cereal
UNSALTED NUTS & NUT BUTTERS all varieties
CANNED MEATS
pork, beef, chicken, tuna, salmon
COOKING & BAKING ITEMS
all varieties of flour, spices & seasonings, salad dressings, marinades, condiments
MEAL/SIDE-DISH ITEMS
boxed/pouch potatoes, rice & pasta, canned soup
PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
full-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, toothpaste,
tampons, maxipads, toilet paper
HOUSEHOLD CARE ITEMS
laundry soap, dish soap, hand soap, kleenex, papertowels
Fresh, frozen, and refrigerated items gladly accepted.
Items NOT accepted: Home-processed foods & farm-fresh eggs
FOOD DATING & DONATION GUIDELINES
McLeod Food Shelf safely distributes most shelf-stable foods up to 3-years past the best-by date on the packaging.
High-acid foods (ie. tomato-based foods and canned pineapple) are limited to
18-months past best-by.
Please freeze meats before use-or-freeze-by-date and store them appropriately before donating.
Bulk items cannot be repacked.
Manufacturing information & full ingredient list must be intact for distribution.
Wet, soiled, severely rusted, or dented foods not accepted.
