Food Collection | Salem Church

Ways We Help Feed Our Neighbors

Little Free Food Pantry

Our Little Free Food Pantry debuted in front of the church in fall 2023. Demand remains great and we refill the pantry daily. You can donate during worship or in the boxes outside of our front doors. We need:

Non-perishable items ONLY
Complete meals ready to eat
Pre-packaged snacks

Have a Heart - Do Your Part

Winter brings on extra challenges for local food pantries, so during the month of February Salem sponsors a special food drive for the Bucks County Opportunity Council.

We partner with dozens of local businesses and in 2024 we were proud to collect over 2700 lbs of food.

Bucks County Housing Group

Food Pantry

Each week we collect food donations during the week in the large bins outside our front doors, as well as during our worship service. All food that does not fit in our Little Free Food Pantry is then delivered to the Bucks County Housing Group Food Pantry.

Feed My Starving Children

FMSC strives to eliminate starvation in children throughout the world.

Each May Salem volunteers at Delaware Valley University's Mobile Pack event for FSMC. We help pack meals, which will be donated by FMSC partners around the world.

HAVE A HEART - DO YOUR PART

Jan. 28 through Feb. 25

FOOD COLLECTION 24/7

DROP OFF ON SALEM'S FRONT PORCH

186 E. Court St.

Food is also collected during worship every Sunday.

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The January / February time frame brings on extra challenges for local food pantries; so this year we are sponsoring a special food drive from

January 28th thru February 25th

We will be building a food pyramid in the church chancel as we have in years past. The Bucks County Opportunity Council will pick up our food donations the week of February 26th. Helpers are needed on

Sunday, February 25th

Monday, February 26th

Tuesday, February 27th

Contact Beth Mann 215-262-4835 or the church office to volunteer.

Please drop off all donations to the containers outside the church or bring on Sundays.

Please: no glass containers, partially-used, or expired items.

FOOD ITEMS

Protein: Canned meats such as tuna, chicken, and salmon. Beans, canned or dried. Split peas and lentils. Peanut butter.
Grains: Pasta, rice, or quinoa. Oatmeal or breakfast cereals (whole grain or low sugar).
Dairy/Non Dairy: Shelf stable milk, soy/almond non dairy products, non-fat dried powder milk, or dry-grated Parmesan cheese.
Prepared Meals: Pasta sauces, hearty soups, stews, baked beans, or Mac & Cheese.
Fruits: Canned fruit in its own juice or 100% fruit juice.
Vegetables: Especially carrots, potatoes, yams, or tomatoes.
Baking Goods: Cake mix, flour, or sugar.
Other Items: Olive oil, canola oil, broths, lemon juice, or vinegar. Spices such as pepper, cinnamon, oregano, parsley, or chili powder. Healthy snacks like nuts or crackers. Condiments, such as ketchup, mayo, or salad dressing.

NON-FOOD ITEMS

Cleaning Supplies: all-purpose spray cleaners, floor cleaners, sanitizing wipes, mops, buckets, brooms, dustpans, or sponges
Laundry Supplies: bleach, dryer sheets, or laundry detergent
Household Supplies: dish detergent, soap, paper towels, tissues, toilet paper, or garbage bags
Personal Care Items: Feminine products or personal hygiene products and kits
Baby Supplies: diapers, baby wipes, baby wash, or shampoo/lotion
First Aid Supplies: Neosporin, rubbing alcohol, band-aids, bandages, bandage tape, or anti-itch cream