Upcoming Closures!
The Newton Food Pantry will be closed on Wednesday, April 29 and Thursday, April 30.
Over the last year and a half, the freedge has continued to thrive with the aid and generosity of local organizations, community groups and neighbors, as well as the Newton Food Pantry’s daily restock of milk, eggs, bread, yogurt and produce. On Average, 11 shoppers visit the freedge per hour for supplemental food and personal care items.
According to Ephraim Ezekiel, freedge Coordinator, the freedge is essential because of increased food insecurity in many parts of Newton. “Some people don’t speak English and are not aware of other resources, such as the Newton Food Pantry,” he says. Others like having the freedom to supplement their supplies when necessary and with these “uncertain times of high prices and inflation, the freedge is an even greater resource”.
If you’re in the giving mood this holiday season, here are some suggested items to donate to the freedge for Thanksgiving:
- Cranberry sauce
- Jarred gravy or gravy mix
- Canned pumpkin
- Marshmallows
- Stuffing mix
- Sweet/russet potatoes
- Green beans
- Butternut squash
- Celery
- Carrots
- Dinner rolls
- Mac and cheese mix
- Sugar/brown sugar
- Fresh or dried herbs
- Milk/cream
- Whipped cream
- Butter
- Onions
- Oranges
- Vanilla extract
- Eggs
- Garlic
Please remember, there is no freezer at the freedge and turkeys/meats cannot be donated.
Happy Thanksgiving!