The NEEDS pantry continues to be busy. It’s not unusual for us to have cars waiting in our drive-through when we open, and we often serve as many as 16 families in a day. However, the early fall is one of the most difficult times to keep the pantry stocked, as schools and businesses often don’t plan food drives until closer to Thanksgiving.
Would you like to help stock the pantry for the fall and winter? Please check out the list of most-needed items below.
Donations can be dropped off during NEEDS’ open hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-1:00). Thank you!
Below is a list of most-needed pantry items for September. Donations can be dropped off during NEEDS’ open hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-1:00). Thank you!
Food: Canned pineapple Canned greens Canned sweet potatoes / yams Canned chili Canned bean and bacon soup Vienna sausage Pasta sauce Stuffing mix Pasta sides (Pasta Roni, Knorr, etc) Tuna Helper Snack items
Home and Personal Care: Laundry detergent Body wash Feminine hygiene pads
Happy August! Here is a list of this month’s most-needed pantry items.
Donations can be dropped off during NEEDS’ open hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-1:00). If you would like to contribute but can’t drop off your donation during these hours, please contact Maureen Flanagan at 513-378-8767. Thank you!
In just a few weeks, students all over Cincinnati will begin a new school year. Unfortunately, many families can’t afford to purchase expensive supplies or provide their growing children with new, warm clothes for the coming winter. You can help by participating in the NEEDS Student Assistance Drive!
This year’s drive combines two NEEDS traditions: the annual fall school supply drive, and the HUGSS (Hats, Underwear, Gloves, Socks, Sweats) event that usually takes place in the winter. By combining these two drives, NEEDS hopes to get students started with everything they need for the new school year – from crayons to coats.
For the Student Assistance Drive, NEEDS is requesting financial donations (gift cards and checks) rather than physical items. Not only is this convenient for givers – it also helps to ensure that students receive the most crucial items. Donations will be distributed to over a dozen schools, and school staff will purchase the classroom supplies and warm winter clothing their students need most.
If you would like to help, please send your gift card or check (with “Student Assistance Drive” in the memo) to the address below by August 15. Gift cards from Target, Walmart, Meijer, Kroger, and Kohl’s are all welcome.
The NEEDS pantry served a record number of clients in 2020, and the need in our community remains high. If you would like to help us stock up, please see the following list of most-needed items.
Food: Stuffing mix Pasta sides (Pasta Roni, Knorr, etc) Canned pineapple Hamburger and Tuna Helper
Personal / Home: Tissues (Kleenex) Body wash Sanitary pads Toilet paper Paper towels Shampoo and conditioner Shaving cream and disposable razors
Donations can be dropped off at Kenwood Baptist Church Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. NEEDS volunteers are at the church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Thank you!
Serving hundreds of people each month, the NEEDS pantry always welcomes donations of food and personal care items. If you would like to help us stock up, please check out this list of currently needed supplies.
Food: Pasta sauce Bean soup Clam chowder Canned salmon Black beans Dessert items (cookies, cake mix, pudding cups, etc)
Personal / Home: Dish and laundry soap Toothpaste Paper towels Toilet paper
Donations can be dropped off at Kenwood Baptist Church Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. NEEDS volunteers are at the church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Thank you!
Thanks to several recent food drives, the NEEDS pantry shelves are mostly full. However, the pantry is still in need of some crucial (and more expensive) items.
Toiletries: Body wash Deodorant (men’s and women’s) Shaving cream and razors Feminine hygiene products (pads and tampons) Laundry and dish soap Baby wipes Hand soap / sanitizer Home cleaning products
Food: Canned clam chowder Pasta sauce
Donations can be dropped off at Kenwood Baptist Church Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. NEEDS volunteers are at the church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Thank you!
Thanksgiving is next week! If you’re shopping for a special meal, please consider picking up something extra for those in need.
Here is a list of our pantry’s most-needed items.
Food: Canned vegetables, especially greens and sweet potatoes/yams Canned pineapple Pasta sauce Boxed dishes, including rice and potato mixes, stuffing, and Hamburger/Tuna Helper Canned chicken and salmon Canned meals, especially ravioli Canned beans Pancake mix and syrup
Cleaning and personal care items (these are the most difficult items for the pantry to keep in stock!): Dish and laundry soap Feminine hygiene products (tampons and pads) Toothpaste and toothbrushes Body wash Shampoo and conditioner Hand soap and sanitizer Shaving cream and razors Deodorant Toilet paper and paper towels
Donations can be dropped off at Kenwood Baptist Church Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. NEEDS volunteers are at the church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Thank you!
As the weather gets colder, the NEEDS pantry becomes busier. If you would like to help restock the pantry, please check out this list of most-needed items.
Canned meals, especially: – Beef ravioli (this is our most needed item of all!)
Canned meats, including: – Chicken – Salmon
All canned beans, including: – Black – Pinto – Red (kidney) – White (Great Northern, navy, cannellini) – Refried – Baked
Canned soup, including: – Broths – Chicken and cream of chicken – Beef
Packaged side dishes and snacks, including: – Stuffing – Potatoes (mashed, au gratin) – Rice mixes – Fruit/granola bars – Chips
Personal care items, including: – Tampons – Toothpaste – Body wash – Shaving cream – Hand soap
Household supplies, including: – Dish and laundry soap – Paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, tissues) – Diapers (especially sizes 4-5) and diaper wipes
Donations can be dropped off at Kenwood Baptist Church Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. NEEDS volunteers are at the church on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Thank you!
