A&M’s Close the Summer Meal Gap 2024 Food Drive
June 28, 2024
A & M Insurance is partnering with Northwest Harvest
June 28th thru July 31st
Help us close the summer meal gap.
Children throughout our state began summer vacation this month. Although children look forward to the fun and freedom that time out of school brings, for a surprising number it also means missing meals. This is very concerning as mild malnutrition during the critical growth periods of childhood can stunt growth and impair brain development.
Many working families rely on the free and reduced meal programs available through the schools to help feed their children and are left struggling during the summer months to feed their children.
A & M wants to help our local kids. What types of food does Northwest Harvest need?
Northwest Harvest can use any nonperishable food or monetary donations. Did you know Northwest Harvest can feed a family of three one nutritious meal for just 67 cents? We have set a goal of $500.
If you prefer to help by donating food, select shelf-stable food. Northwest Harvest buys white rice and beans in bulk, so we encourage you to donate other items. Here are some suggestions of items to drop off:
General food items:
Whole grain pastas
Brown rice
Tomato products
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit, especially with low sugar (but not artificial sweeteners)
Canned fish or meat
Shelf-stable milk
Beef stew, chili, and similar meals with low sugar and saturated fats
Infant and baby foods:
Canned milk
Infant cereal
Jars of baby food
Powdered or canned milk
They also accept baby diapers