Donate | Food Donation Guidelines

Non-perishable & Perishable Donations

Donate | Food Donation Guidelines

The Westmoreland Food Bank appreciates your support of our mission. The following outlines guidelines for non-perishable and perishable donations.

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Non-Perishable Donations

Be non-perishable. This includes canned or boxed items, juices, pasta, canned meats, sauces, vegetables, prepared foods, etc.

Have the original manufacturers label. We are unable to redistribute any items missing this label.

Be free from any obvious defect or contamination. This includes popped tops or bulging lids, as well as visible mold or rust on cans or bottles.

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Items we cannot accept

  • Homemade goods or canned items
  • Jarred baby food
  • Any item that has been opened or has a broken seal
  • Any item that has dates outside of these guidelines
  • Prescription drugs

Our most needed items

  • Canned tuna or chicken
  • Macaroni and cheese
  • Peanut Butter
  • Boxed meals (Hamburger Helper, etc)
  • Cereal (preferably whole grain)
  • Canned meals (stew, ravioli, etc)
  • Canned fruit and vegetables

Specialty items

We also ask you to consider specialty food items. These items help us meet the needs of seniors and those with dietary restrictions.

  • Dietary restriction friendly foods – sugar free, gluten free, lactose free, dairy free, low sodium, keto friendly
  • Whole grain foods
  • Food items marked as “Heart Healthy” – 100% juice (no heavy syrup), no sugar added, good source of fiber
  • Foods that are culturally relevant – spices, vegetable oil, olive oil, breakfast cereals
A person hands out fresh produce like apples and broccoli at a food distribution table, offering food assistance with fruits, canned goods, and jars of preserved food.

Perishable Donations

Because we deliver food to pantries and agencies virtually every working day of the month, we have a continuous outlet for perishable foods, which are so important to dietary health. Westmoreland Food Bank can pick up donations of unsold products from businesses that are interested in seeing that good but unsold products do not go to waste.

Produce and bread products are picked up from local grocery stores and bakeries on a regular schedule. If you would like to be added to our list of regular stops, please contact the Westmoreland Food Bank.

If you have perishable foods that you would like to donate but are unsure if we can accept them, please call and a member of our staff will help determine the suitability of your donation.