Brookline Community

Food Pantry Needs

As of: 12/07/23

Notice:

Most of our clients are 1 & 2 Person households. Bulk-size packaging is harder for us to move through the pantry unless we are easily able to break it up into smaller quantities.

Please do not donate expired goods

Special Requests

Nutro Pate or Dry food (not turkey)

“World’s Best” Cat Litter

We Do Not Currently Need

  • Canned or Dry Beans
  • Canned Corn
  • Canned Diced Tomatoes
  • Toothbrushes
  • Bar Soap
  • Instant Oatmeal
  • Canned Soup
  • Tuna
  • Hormel Chili
  • Granola Bars

Urgent Needs

  • Maple Syrup
  • Ramen Noodles (Chicken & Beef)
  • Laundry Detergent
  • Bottled Juice (apple, cranberry)
  • Dog Food (Wet & Dry)
  • Liquid Dish Detergent
  • Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta
  • Cooking Oil (olive oil/vegetable oil)
  • Cleaning Supplies (all-purpose/window)
  • Pasta Sauce (Jar & Canned)
  • Saltines/Ritz-type Crackers
  • Paper Towels
  • Boxed Tissues
  • Frozen Bread Dough
  • Instant Rice
  • Rice Pilaf Mixes
  • Mayo
  • Mustard
  • Jelly
  • Boxed Cereal: Shredded Wheat/Bran/Corn Flakes
  • Beef Broth
  • Apple Sauce (jars and snack packs)
  • Canned Fruit
  • Coffee
  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Baking Soda
  • Baking Powder
  • Toothpaste
  • Sponges
  • Macaroni & Cheese

Ongoing Needs

  • Shelf-Stable & Non-Dairy Milk (Oat & Almond Milk)
  • Cooking Spray
  • Fruit Cocktail & Canned Fruit
  • Chips - Full Size Bags for Families
  • Near East Couscous & Quinoa (or similar) Sides
  • Pickles & Olives
  • BBQ Sauce
  • Salad Dressing
  • Ground Coffee (not decaf or whole bean)
  • Cheerios
  • Individual Snacks (Pretzels etc)
  • Juice Boxes
  • Canned Carrots
  • Canned Potatoes
  • Canned Spinach
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Non-creamy salad dressing
  • Pasta
  • Canned Green Beans
  • Canned Peas
  • Relish
  • Toilet Paper
  • Quart & Gallon Size Zip-Lock Bags
  • Baked Beans
  • Raisins
  • Craisins
  • Pancake Mix
  • Toothpaste
  • Ketchup
  • Pepper & Salt
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Garlic Powder
  • Apple Sauce
  • Sugar
  • Shampoo
  • Canned “mixed vegetables”
  • Jiffy Cornbread Mixes
  • Canned tomatoes: stewed, crushed, puree, whole, etc.