MDL supports Manchester Community Resource Center with holiday pantry drive

submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library

Manchester District Library (MDL) invites the community to join them in supporting the Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) during their annual holiday pantry drive. MDL will accept donations of food goods and other pantry items through January 15.

All contributions are welcome; however, items of particular need are listed below. These items are needed either because the CRC is running low or because they cannot be purchased with a Bridge Card (the State of Michigan food assistance program). Donated goods should be unopened, in their original packaging with labels, in good condition, and within six months of the sell-by date if applicable. Generic/store brands are preferred; no glass containers.

CRC PANTRY SHOPPING LIST

Canned Fruit/Veggies
cranberry sauce
pineapple
mandarin oranges
sauerkraut
beets
mushrooms
Paper Products
Kleenex
toilet paper
paper towels
feminine products
Breakfast Items
cereal
instant oatmeal
maple syrup
honey
granola bars
cereal/breakfast bars
Cleaning Products
hand sanitizer
spray cleaners
dish soap
laundry detergent
Condiments
salad dressing
almond butter
ketchup/mustard/mayo
vinegar (red/white)
coffee/tea
apple/tomato juice
kids’ milk
juice boxes

These and other pantry items can be donated at MDL, located at 912 City Road, during regular business hours. MDL hopes to make it easier to make CRC donations this holiday season by offering a drop-off location that is open on evenings and weekends.

Manchester District Library (MDL) is proud to serve the Village of Manchester, Manchester Township, Bridgewater Township, and Freedom Township. Village of Clinton and Clinton Township residents are also eligible for MDL library cards and welcome to use all MDL resources.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.