Our Needs
Many of our needs are year-round. Some are adequately met by donations or can be purchased at low cost from the Second Harvest Food Bank. Some are more difficult and costly to obtain. The following items are always on our wish list.
Food
- Peanut butter
- Jelly
- Margarine and vegetable oil
- Canned and dry soups
- Canned vegetables
- Canned or dry beans (all types)
- Mayonnaise
- Canned tuna and other meats
- Canned and dry fruit
- Pasta and rice
- Packaged dinners
- Pasta sauce
- Macaroni and cheese
- Fruit juice
- Sugar
- Coffee
Recycled Items
- Clean egg cartons
Clear water bottles with lids- Grocery bags (plastic/fabric)
- Clean empty plastic food containers (cottage cheese…)
Household Goods
- Towels
- Sheets (all sizes)
- Blankets (we never have enough)
- Small electrical appliances (crock pots, toaster ovens)
- Pots and pans
- Can openers (manual)
- Portable heaters/ fans (small)
Hygiene Products
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Bath soap
- Feminine products
- Laundry soap
- Disposable razors
- Deodorant
- Hand and body lotions
Men’s, Women’s, and Children Clothing
- Jeans, slacks
- T-shirts, casual shirts
- Underwear and pajamas
- Socks
- Shoes (sneakers, work shoes, casual shoes)
- Jackets (fall and winter)
Infant and Toddler Clothing
- Crib sheets/blankets
- Receiving blankets
- Sleepers and pajamas
- Play clothes
Seasonal
We Could Use Your Help
These special events take place at TIM annually. We could use your
March/April – Need new items for auction and tickets purchased for Annual Dinner/Auction
July/August – Need new backpacks and school supplies for Backpack Drive and distribution
October/November – Need food items, Chickens and Turkeys for Thanksgiving Dinner Boxes
December – Need food items and Hams or Turkeys for Christmas Dinner Boxes
December – Need new unwrapped toys/gifts for children ages 0-18 Christmas gifts