Food Pantry


The Wilbraham Public Library maintains a Community Food Pantry in our lobby.  People may help themselves to what they need.

Donations are gratefully accepted inside the library.  Items that are always needed include:


Proteins

• Canned meats: chicken, ham, spam, corned beef

• Fish (canned or packets): tuna, salmon, sardines

• Nut/ seed butter: peanut, almond, sunflower

• Shelf-stable cheeses: Parmesan, cheese spreads

• Shelf-stable meats: pepperoni, summer sausage

• Jerky: mushroom, beef, turkey

• Assorted nut mixes

• Protein bars


Fruits & Vegetables

• Apple sauce

• Dried fruit: mango, cranberries, raisins

• Canned fruit: mandarins, peaches, pineapple

• Individual fruit cups

• Fruit strips or gummies

• Canned vegetables: green beans, peas, corn, carrots, tomatoes, veg-all

• Pizza Sauce (cans or jars)

• Baby food (jars or pouches)


Grains & Carbs

• Pasta: spaghetti, linguine, penne, macaroni

• Rice: instant packages, bags

• Beans (canned or dry): pinto, black, cannellini

• Shelf stable pizza crust

• Tortillas

• Cereal & granola (individual packages or boxes)

• Cereal bars & granola bars

• Trail Mix

• Crackers

• Rice cakes

• Pretzels

• Popcorn (kernels or microwaveable)

• Pudding or jello cups


Soups, Stocks, & Broth

• Soups (boxed or canned): tomato, chicken noodle, beef stew, vegetable

• Broth or stock (boxed or canned): beef, chicken, veggie


Boxed Entrees

• Mac & cheese boxes

• Canned chili

• Campbell's Ready Meals


Milks & Beverages

• Shelf-stable almond or soy milk

• Powdered or condensed milk

• Water bottles

• Juice boxes


Non-food Items

• Dog/ cat food

• Socks

• Rain gear

• Baby wipes & diapers

• Deodorant

• Toothpaste & alcohol-free mouthwash

• Shampoo & conditioner

• Sun block & SPF lotions

• Toilet paper

• Feminine hygiene products

• Sanitizer sprays or wipes

• Gloves

• First-Aid supplies

• Cleaning supplies