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AFB Most Needed LIST

At the Grocery Shop

Most Needed

To meet the increasing demand for food assistance, we are actively purchasing essential food items. Monetary donations can help us provide nutritious food hampers that include fresh fruits and vegetables, proteins, dairy products, and pantry staples. We carefully select our food items and work with suppliers to ensure the best quality at affordable prices. We appreciate any support, whether it's monetary donations, food donations, or volunteer time, to make a difference in the lives of those facing food insecurity in our community.

staples

  • Beans & Legumes

  • Boxed Cereal (Cold and Hot)

  • Canned Tomatoes, Fruit and Vegetables

  • Condiments

  • Dry Pasta

  • Jam & Honey

  • Juice (1 Litre Boxes)

  • Meat, Canned (Tuna, Chicken, Ham etc.)

  • Milk, Evaporated and Powdered

  • Milk Alternatives (Almond, Rice, Soy etc.)

  • Pancake Mix

  • Peanut Butter

  • Rice

  • Side Dishes or meal kits (Rice-a-Roni, Noodles, Rice etc.)

  • Soup, Dried Large Packages

  • Soup, Single Serve Cups

  • Sugar

  • Sugar-free items (for diabetics)

  • Syrup

school programs

  • Juice Boxes 250 ml (No Sugar Added)

  • Pasta Microwavable

  • Peanut-Free, Non-Dipped Granola Bars

  • Spreadable Cheese & Cracker Packs

  • Tuna & Crackers Packs

baby needs

  • Formula

  • Diapers 

  • Pull-ups

  • Baby food

other

  • Bathroom Tissue

  • Facial Tissue

  • Feminine Hygiene Items

  • Household Cleaning Supplies

  • Toothpaste & Bar Soap

repackaging

Flour, sugar, oats & rice can be donated  in bulk as we repackage these item

expiry dates

Please check expiry dates. Our guideline is, if we wouldn't eat it, we don't give it out.

fresh vegetables

We accept perishable items (garden vegetables, fruit and certified/store-bought meat). Please bring them to our warehouse during office hours

food donations

Food can be dropped off at any grocery store in Airdrie or at the Airdrie Food Bank

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