Here are ideas for items currently needed by the NCCU and NC State campus food pantries:
Proteins
- canned chicken, fish, beef
- canned stew
- bean/meat soup
- canned/dried beans
- canned chili
- nut butters
- nuts
- trail mix
- chickpeas
- lentils
Grains
- rice, pasta, ramen
- instant macaroni and cheese
- cold and hot cereal
- oatmeal
- bread
- whole-grain crackers
- granola bars
- flour
- quinoa
Shelf-Stable Dairy
- non-fat dry milk
- evaporated milk
- instant breakfast/meal replacement shake mixes
- shelf-stable milk
- pudding cup/mix
Fruits and Vegetables
- canned fruits/vegetables
- raisins
- applesauce
- 100% juice cans/boxes
- canned tomato products
- spaghetti sauce
Condiments
- mini vegetable oil
- spices
- salt/pepper
- individual packets of sugar, zero-calorie sweetener, ketchup, mustard, salad dressing
Personal Hygiene
- small sizes of shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorant, shaving cream
- toothbrushes
- razors
- feminine hygiene items
Drinks
- water bottles
- apple, grape juice
- Capri Suns
- tea, coffee, hot chocolate
- Gatorade