Food and Toiletry Drive
For the Cupboard
2026-08-16 00:00:00
2026-08-16 23:59:00
America/Chicago
Food and Toiletry Drive
Bring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.
Downers Grove Public Library - First Floor Lobby
Sunday, August 16
All day
Downers Grove Public Library
First Floor LobbyBring donations for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.
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Items Accepted:
Canned goods with pull tabs:
Fish/chicken Fruit
Vegetables
Beans
Pasta sauce
Soup/stew
Instant oatmeal
Instant mashed potatoes
Individual microwave rice/pasta
Microwave-ready meals (easy mac, cup-o'noodles, etc.)
Hamburger/Tuna helper
Crackers
Individual packed nuts/trail mix
Granola bars
Dried fruit
Peanut butter
Applesauce (pouches or cups)
Water bottles
Shelf-stable milk
Shelf-stable protein drinks
Toiletries
Travel-sized goods (hair care, lotion, soap, etc.)
Deodorant
Toothbrush
Bar soap
Sunscreen
Bug spray
New adult socks
Items NOT Accepted:
Cans without pull tabs
Dried pasta
Expired goods
Refrigerated goods
Fresh produce
Baked goods
Glass containers
Previously opened items/damaged packaging
Leftovers/pre-made meals
Clothing
Baby food/diapers
Pet food
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Middle School | Kids | High School | Families | Everyone | Elementary School | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Social Services | Drop In | Community |
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