Food is, of course, the main ongoing aspect of CES. Food donations and/or funds to buy food are always welcome. As a result of our food purchase "connections," any dollar donated to CES to purchase food goes 10-20 times farther than a dollar spent at the store. For example, for the price of one can of corn at your grocery store, CES can purchase 10 cans of corn through the food banks.

Top Food Shelf Items Needed:
Please help us improve the quality of nutrition in our neighborhood by donating the following healthy foods. Hygiene items also are needed.

Fill a bag or two of groceries and hygiene items, and bring them to CES, or, call to set a delivery time. If you have time, we would be glad to give you a tour and introduce you to CES in action!

Food Items:

• Olive oil and vegetable oil
• Flour, sugar – 4# bags or smaller
• Meat soups
• Chili with meat
• Canned chicken, tuna or salmon
• Canned fruit, in light syrup or own juice
• Rice
• Assorted canned vegetables
• Diced tomatoes
• Coffee in small bags
• Whole grain cereals
• Old fashioned oats, instant oatmeal packets
• Jelly and jam
• Peanut butter
• 100% fruit juice

Hygiene:

• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Bar soap
• Shampoo, conditioner
• Deodorant
• Razors and shaving cream
• Feminine products
• Toilet paper, facial tissues
• Dish soap - small bottles
• Laundry soap

Pet Needs: 

• Pet food for dogs or cats
• Kitty litter