Through the Howard Community College campus food pantry, the Fueling Dragons program at HCC is helping students who are experiencing food insecurity. Fueling Dragons is a series of programs designed to increase students’ knowledge about nutrition, support students in making healthy choices, and provide access to healthier food options through meal kits, recipes, education, and workshops.
We invite you to join us by donating the following most-needed items starting March 1, 2024. You can place them in the Black & Yellow Bins labeled for HCC in the Harris Upper Commons or outside the kitchen door near Lyle Buck Hall.
We will be delivering at the end of March, if you would like to help or have questions please contact Janet Sivo, jbsivo@comcast.net
The last date to bring food to the church is Sunday, March 31, 2024.
You can help by donating the most needed non-perishable items:
Vegetables - no-sodium or low-sodium (under 230g of sodium) with no added sugar
Canned vegetables: Mixed vegetables, Mushrooms, Olives
Tomato products: Crushed, Paste
Proteins
Peanut or nut butter with under 4.5g saturated fat
Dried beans and lentils
Grain-free protein-based pasta
Beverages
Shelf-stable dairy alternatives: Almond, Coconut, Oat, Soy
100% vegetable juice
Tea
Coffee
Flavored sparkling water with no added sugar
Grains - whole grain preferred
Cereal with under 11g of added sugar (whole grain as first ingredient preferred)
Taco shells
Mixed Dishes
Ready-made meals
Lower sodium soups
Snacks - healthy snacks with sodium below 140 mg, saturated fat below 2g,
and added sugar below 6g
Plain dried fruits and nuts in small packages
Popcorn, pretzels, and chips in small packages
Crackers
Granola and protein bars
Nut-free and allergy-friendly snacks
Other Items
Spices and seasonings
Condiments: Ketchup, Salad Dressing, Salsa, BBQ sauce, Dips, Others
Cooking oils
Low or no-salt-added canned and shelf-stable broths (under 480g of sodium and under 3g of saturated fat)
Gluten-free products
Personal Care
Soap
Shampoo and conditioner
Moisturizer
Toothpaste, toothbrushes, and dental floss
Cleaning and laundry supplies
Cooking Implements - all items must be new
Can openers
Pots and pans
Cooking dishes and baking sheets
Stirring spoons and spatulas
Colander
Pot holders or oven mitts
Thank you for your help!
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