Added on December 1, 2014 Sara Swanson

Cub Scouts Try New Approach to Holiday Food Drive

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2013 Cub Scout Food Drive. Photo provided by Lisa Somerville

Every year Manchester Family Services relies on food donations collected by local cubs scouts. In previous years, the cub scouts have gone door to door collecting food, but because of the dwindling number of donations received in recent years, they’ve decided to try a new approach this year. The cub scouts will be braving the December weather collecting nonperishable food items, baking supplies, cleaning supplies and personal care donations at Manchester Market on Saturday, December 13th from 10am-2pm and Sunday December 14th from 12pm-4pm.

Image provided by Lisa Somerville

If you are looking for suggestions for items to donate, the following is a list of items that many families don’t have access to on a consistent basis. Some of these items are not eligible for Bridge Card (food stamp) purchases:

-Personal Care Items-
Shampoo/Conditioner
Soap (bar or liquid)
Shaving products
Dental care items
First aid items
Combs and hair brushes
Cotton swabs

-Cleaning Supplies-
Laundry detergent
Dish soap
White vinegar
Bathroom cleaner
Kitchen cleaner
Glass cleaner

-Baby Products-
Diapers
Baby wipes
Baby food and formula

-Specialty Foods-
Sugar Free items for diabetics
Low-Sodium or no-salt items

-Baking Supplies-
Flour
Sugar (granulated, brown and confectioners)
Baking soda
Baking powder
Salt
Spices
Shortening
Cooking oil

The items collected will be donated to the Manchester Family Services Christmas Shop which will be held Dec. 20th. Each year many families in our community who receive assistance from Manchester Family Services will receive gifts of food items and clothing from the Christmas Shop. The Shop relies on collections from the Scouts and other community donations. If you have questions regarding the Christmas Shop, would like to donate or volunteer, please contact John Sahakian, 734-428-7183 or Mary Sue Moore, 734-428-8687, or email manchesterfamilyservice@gmail.com. If you have questions about the cub scout food collection at Manchester Market or Manchester Pack 421, please email Lisa Somerville at scottandlisamarie@att.net.