Food Bank of DelawareFood & Fund Drives

Food Bank of Delaware 222 Lake Drive, Newark 1040 Mattlind Way, Milford

www.fbd.org

Organize a food and funds drive

The Food Bank of Delaware is creating access to good, healthy food in every community, and we couldn’t do it without your generous donations! Our new Foods to Encourage policy ensures that we procure the healthiest foods available for Delawareans in need (see our most wanted list on page six).

Unfortunately, many low-income Delawareans suffer from health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and other diet-related illnesses. Ensuring access to healthy foods helps mitigate these health conditions. The Food Bank of Delaware relies heavily on local support to provide enough food to serve Delawareans each year. A company- or school-sponsored food and fund drive is a great way to help feed those in need.

Do you have a few boxes or bags or hundreds of pounds of safe food? Food and fund drives are easy! Set up collection boxes (simple as a ofce copy paper box) or hand out bags for people to ll.

As a food drive coordinator, you may plan, promote and manage your campaign any way you’d like!

Donate Funds

In addition to food and grocery products, every dollar raised through your drive enables the Food Bank of Delaware to distribute food to those in need.

Just $1 provides three meals!

Donations can be made online at www.fbd.org.

Virtual food drives are also a fun way to raise money. Start one today by visiting https://fbd.fenly.org.

Donate via our Amazon Wishlist

For an easy way to support the Food Bank of Delaware, you can purchase items off our Amazon wishlist! Amazon will ship the items directly to the Food Bank. Visit http://a.co/5K1TlxP to get started!

How you can help the Food Bank

Plan ahead• Set the date for your food drive• Determine what types of food you will collect• Identify what supplies you will need• Collect boxes, signage

Set your goal

• How much do you want to collect? Boxes or pounds?• Do you want to have a challenge with another department/group?

Get everyone involved

• Company management or governing boards can help motivate folks by setting astandard for participation.

• Consider a match program where a company or individual matches what is collected witha cash donation.

Promote your food drive

• Make signs and send emails to get the word out. Be sure to tell donors the types of foodproducts that will be collected and when and where donations can be dropped off.

Arrange transportation of your donation

• If your organization collects a large amount of food that requires a truck, the Food Bank of Delaware will arrange to pick up the donation. To arrange a pick up, please email Sue DeNardo at sdenardo@fbd.org.

• To help us maximize our resources so we can ensure that our drivers' time is spent on community food distributions, we ask that you bring donations to either our ware house in Newark (222 Lake Drive) or Milford (1040 Mattlind Way).

Tips for a successful food drive

Fun Food & Fund Drive IdeasCANgineering: build simple or elaborate sculptures using canned goods

Cans for Coins, Coins for Children: collect pocket change and donate money directly to the Food Bank of Delaware

Coin & Can Day: drop off a can and a coin

Coin Wars: plan a penny war between classrooms. Each class collects change in a container. Students throw dollar bills into the container of another classroom in order to “cancel out” that class’ change. In other words, change in the container equals “positive” points, while bills equal “negative” points. The team with the most positive points at the end of the war wins.

Food Day: designate days of the week for speci c food items, i.e. Macaroni Monday, Tuna Tuesday, Wheaties Wednesday, Turkey Thursday, Fruity Friday

Special Dress Day: students “pay” with food to dress a special way

Let’s SAC Hunger or TGIF (Take Groceries in Friday): provide brown bags for students to take home and ll with food or encourage them to bring a brown bag lunch and donate the money they would have spent on a school lunch.

Bag Hunger Auction: students collect auction items from home, “sell” admission tickets (cost of ticket = food item), hold the auction and then the proceeds bene t the Food Bank of Delaware’s hunger-relief efforts.

Challenges/Competitions: organize a contest between classrooms or grade levels with several categories:

• Largest individual donation• Most protein• Most unusual food item• Most original design for a food barrel• Raise our weight in food

Meat the Need: canned meat drive

Make Every Bean Count: canned or dried-beans drive

Read to Feed: for every book a student reads, a can of food is donated

Food Drive Event: have an event, party or school production as part of the drive and charge “food admission” – the admission price equals a certain number of food items

Fill ‘er Up, Stuff-a-Bus, Fill-a-Truck, Fill-a-Shopping-Cart: ll the principal’s of ce, gym-nasium, truck, bus or other designated area with food. Outline a map of your state on your gymnasium oor, athletic eld or school grounds and ll the area in with food.

Delaware Feeds a Family: create a list of suggested donations that will provide nutritious meals for a family.

Hunger Walk, Run, Bike or Dance-a-thon: have sponsors pledge food instead of money

Specialty boxes or bags:

BREAD (Bridges Reaching Elderly and Disabled) Boxes: contains peanut butter, juice, pasta, beans, cereal, canned foods like tuna, vegetables, sauces and fruits, dry baking mixes, fruit cup packs and pudding packs

Special Diets: contains low-sodium or low-sugar foods

Women: contains food items rich in iron or calcium

Backpacks for Kids: macaroni and cheese, pop-top cans, instant oatmeal, individual cereal bowls, juice boxes, shelf-stable milk (8 oz), fruit cups

New Beginnings Bags: lled with “new home supplies” such as oils, spices, baking products, pasta, sauces and cleaning supplies.

Hot Dish Drive: ingredients to make hot dishes• Spaghetti and sauce• Refried beans, Mexican seasonings, salsa and taco shells• Rice and beans• Rice and boxed seasonings• Tuna, noodles, cream of mushroom soup and breadcrumbs• Canned meals – chili, stews, baked beans

Winter’s Coming Drive: “winter” items such as chili, stew and hot chocolate

Bathroom Cabinet Bags: soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, shampoo, deodorant and other toiletries

Break the Fast: Canned fruit, cereal, oatmeal, pancake mix, syrup, granola bars, coffee, tea and powdered milk

Food Bank of Delaware Shopping ListThe Food Bank of Delaware needs the following items:

• Applesauce, pineapple, peaches, apricots, pears, mixed fruit, and other canned fruits (in ownjuices or light syrup if possible)

• Oatmeal, cheerios, corn akes, Raisin Bran and other hot and cold cereals (whole grain as rstingredient if possible)

• Tuna, chicken, salmon, turkey, and other canned meats (in water if possible)• Peanut butter (low-sodium if possible) and jelly• Rice, pasta, and macaroni and cheese (brown rice or whole grain as rst ingredient)• Kidney beans, black beans, chickpeas, pinto beans and other dried/canned beans

(low-sodium if possible)• 100% Fruit/Vegetable juice• Mixed vegetables, corn, carrots, peas and other canned vegetables (low-sodium if possible)• Shelf-stable milk (low-fat if possible)• Soups, stews, and other canned, complete meals (low-sodium, low-fat if possible)

Holiday Items (Starting in October for Thanksgiving and November for winter holidays):• Canned sweet potatoes (in own juices or light syrup)• Canned gravy (low sodium if possible)• Stuf ng mix• Frozen turkeys (requires special drop-off arrangements)• Instant potatoes

Nonfoods:• Diapers and wipes• Dental hygiene such as toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash and oss• Shampoo and conditioner• Soap• Cleaning products such as sponges, disinfectant, and toilet bowl cleaner• Laundry detergent• Paper products such as towels, plates, napkins, tissues, and toilet paper• Plastic utensils• School supplies such as pencil, notebooks, binders, crayons, and markers• Kitchen storage products such as aluminum foil, plastic wrap, plastic sandwich/snack bags,

plastic storage containers• Can openers

Please note, the Food Bank of Delaware cannot accept hard candy, lollipops, soda in cans and bottles, chocolate bars or pieces, gum and soft candy such as marshmallows, caramels, taffy, licorice and gummy items.

IN-PERSON FOOD DRIVES

Facebook/Instagram

Help us support the @FoodBankofDE by donating to our food drive! Bring your donations INSERT DATES to INSERT LOCATION! We are collecting nonperishable foods like pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, canned tuna fi sh, canned soups and more! Together, we can make a difference!

Did you know that more than 114,000 Delawareans may experience food insecurity in 2021? Help us stock the pantries of families in need by donating to our food drive. Bring your donations to LOCATION starting INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DATE. All donations support the @FoodBankofDE’s efforts to alleviate hunger in Delaware!

Drop your canned goods in our collection bin located INSERT LOCATION from INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DAY. All donations will benefi t the more than 114,000 Delawareans struggling with food insecurity.

Twitter

Help us provide meals for our neighbors in need by supporting our food drive to benefi t the @FoodBankofDE. We’ll be collecting INSERT DATES! Just drop your donation in the collection box!

More than 114,000 Delawareans oftentimes don’t know where their next meal will come from. Help us provide hope by donating to our food drive! We will be collecting from INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DATE! Most needed items: canned fruits, vegetables, soups and more!

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IN-PERSON FOOD DRIVES WITH VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE COMPONENT

Facebook

Help us support the @FoodBankofDE by donating to our food drive! Bring your donations INSERT DATES to INSERT LOCATION! We are collecting nonperishable foods like pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, canned tuna fi sh, canned soups and more! Can’t bring a donation? You can donate online through our virtual food drive! To purchase items through the virtual food drive, visit INSERT FENLY ADDRESS.

Did you know that more than 114,000 Delawareans may experience food insecurity in 2021? Help us stock the pantries of families in need by donating to our food drive. Bring your donations to LOCATION starting INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DATE. Can’t bring a donation? You can still help out! Make an online donation through our virtual food drive by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESS. All donations support the @FoodBankofDE’s efforts to alleviate hunger in Delaware!

Drop your canned goods in our collection bin located INSERT LOCATION from INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DAY. Can’t make the food drive? You can still help out by making an online donation through our virtual food drive! Donate by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESS. All donations will benefi t the more than 114,000 Delawareans struggling with food insecurity.

Instagram

Help us support the @FoodBankofDE by donating to our food drive! Bring your donations INSERT DATES to INSERT LOCATION! We are collecting nonperishable foods like pasta, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, canned tuna fi sh, canned soups and more! Can’t bring a donation? You can donate online through our virtual food drive! To purchase items through the virtual food drive, visit the link in our bio!

Did you know that more than 114,000 Delawareans may experience food insecurity in 2021? Help us stock the pantries of families in need by donating to our food drive. Bring your donations to LOCATION starting INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DATE. Can’t bring a donation? You can still help out! Make an online donation through our virtual food drive by visiting the link in our bio! All donations support the @FoodBankofDE’s efforts to alleviate hunger in Delaware!

Drop your canned goods in our collection bin located INSERT LOCATION from INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DAY. Can’t make the food drive? You can still help out by making an online donation through our virtual food drive! Donate by visiting the link in our bio. All donations will benefi t the more than 114,000 Delawareans struggling with food insecurity.

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Twitter

Help us provide meals for our neighbors in need by supporting our food drive to benefi t the @FoodBankofDE. Can’t bring a donation? You can also support our virtual food drive by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESSS

More than 114,000 Delawareans oftentimes don’t know where their next meal will come from. Help us provide hope by donating to our food drive! We will be collecting from INSERT START DATE until INSERT END DATE! Can’t make it? You can donate to our virtual food drive INSERT FENLY ADDRESS

VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVES

Facebook

Help us support the @FoodBankofDE by donating to our virtual food drive! It’s set up just like an online shopping experience! The virtual food drive is an easy way to make a difference in our community! With every dollar donated, the Food Bank of Delaware can provide 3 meals to Delawareans in need! Donate here: INSERT FENLY ADDRESS

Help us raise $INSERT GOAL to help the Food Bank of Delaware purchase food for our neighbors in need by supporting our virtual food drive! Together, we can make a difference in our community! Donate online by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESS

More than 114,000 Delawareans may experience food insecurity this year. Help us put meals on the tables for those in need by donating to our virtual food drive. For every $1 donated, the Food Bank can provide 3 meals to those in need! Donate by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESS

Instagram

Help us support the @FoodBankofDE by donating to our virtual food drive! It’s set up just like an online shopping experience! The virtual food drive is an easy way to make a difference in our community! With every dollar donated, the Food Bank of Delaware can provide 3 meals to Delawareans in need! Donate by visiting the link in our bio!

Help us raise $INSERT GOAL to help the Food Bank of Delaware purchase food for our neighbors in need by supporting our virtual food drive! Together, we can make a difference in our community! Donate online by visiting the link in our bio!

More than 114,000 Delawareans may experience food insecurity this year. Help us put meals on the tables for those in need by donating to our virtual food drive. For every $1 donated, the Food Bank can provide 3 meals to those in need! Donate by visiting the link in our bio!

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Twitter

Help us provide meals for our neighbors in need by supporting our virtual food drive to benefi t the @FoodBankofDE. Make a donation by visiting INSERT FENLY ADDRESSS

More than 114,000 Delawareans oftentimes don’t know where their next meal will come from. Help us provide hope by donating to our virtual food drive! Visit INSERT FENLY ADDRESS to donate!

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MOST NEEDED ITEMSHigh Fiber, Low Sugar, Low Sodium

The Food Bank of Delaware is creating access to good, healthy food in every community, and we couldn’t do it without your generous donations! Our new Foods to Encourage policyensures that we procure the healthiest foods available for Delawareans in need.

Unfortunately, many low-income Delawareans suffer from health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and other diet-related illnesses. Ensuring access to healthy foods helps mitigate these health conditions. By choosing items on this “most wanted” list, you’re contributing to the health and wellness of the neighbors we serve. Thank you for your generous donations!

TunaSalmon Chicken

All Sizes, IncludingJuice Boxes

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FOOD BANK OF DELAWARE

Low-SodiumNo Salt Added

(if possible)

HEALTHY SNACKS

RaisinsGranola Bars

GRAINS

Brown andWhite Rice

PastaMacaroni &

Cheese

HOT & COLD CEREAL

OatmealCheerios

Corn FlakesRaisin Bran

CANNED FRUITS

In Light Syrup or in its

Own Juices(if possible)

CANNED MEAT

CANNED & DRIED BEANS

100% FRUIT/VEGETABLE JUICE

PEANUT BUTTER

100% whole-grain or whole grain as first ingredient (if possible) In Water (no oil or broth if possible)

Low-Sodium (if possible)

First ingredient whole-grain (if possible)

Low-SodiumNo Salt Added

(if possible)

CANNED VEGETABLES

FOOD DRIVE

WHAT TO DONATE?

Help us support the community by donating to our

food drive to benefit the Food Bank of Delaware!

More than 114,000 Delawareans may

experience food insecurity in 2021!

Together, we can ensure that our

neighbors in need have meals on the table!

Canned vegetables CerealPasta/riceCanned meatsCanned soups/stewsPeanut butter

And more!

FOOD DRIVE DATE

DONATE ONLINE

VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE

DONATE HERE

Help support the community by donating to our

virtual food drive to benefit the Food Bank of

Delaware! More than 114,000 Delawareans may

experience food insecurity in 2021!

Together, we can ensure that our

neighbors in need have meals on the table!

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