There are many ways in which you, as an individual, can directly participate in improving the lives of those facing hunger in Western North Carolina. The most direct way in which you can have an impact is by donating food. You might just create a habit of buying a few extra cans when you go to the grocery store, keeping a box by your front door where you deposit these extra cans and when the box is full, bringing it to Crystal Visions on your next visit.
We will gladly receive and distribute your food donations to local food banks.
Needed items include:
- Canned meats (beef, chicken, tuna)
- Peanut butter (plastic jars only, please)
- Dried/Canned Beans (pork & beans, pinto, kidney, black)
- Hearty Soup (pop-top cans preferred)
- Meals in a Box or Can (beef stew, chili, mac & cheese, hash)
- Canned Fruits (fruit cocktail, raisins, apple sauce)
- Canned Vegetables (green beans, carrots, corn)
- Cereals and Grains (rice, pasta, cereal in a box or bag)
- Fruit and Vegetable Juice (100% juice preferred)
- Dry Milk (instant non-fat)
For more information, see this recent article in the Mountain Xpress