Westmont, Illinois -- Date Issued: November 29, 2021
The Westmont Holly Days Committee is hosting the annual Holly Days Food Drive. Now through Thursday, December 16, residents are encouraged to drop off non-perishable items to be donated to the local food pantries. Items requested include:
- Whole Grain Cereals
- Whole Wheat Pasta
- Brown Rice
- White Rice
- Baking Ingredients - flour, sugar, etc.
- Large Juices
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Chicken
- Shelf-Stable Milk
- Dried or Canned Beans
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Mashed Potatoes
- Canned Goods – fruits, veggies and soups, especially low-salt or no sugar added
- High Protein – peanut butter, tuna, beans, and canned chicken, chili, or stew
- Household Items – bar soap, toothpaste, shampoo, toilet paper, laundry detergent, spray disinfectants, disinfecting wipes
- Diapers – especially sizes 6 & 7, baby wipes, adult-sized diapers, 2T-3T pull-ups, 4T-5T pull-ups
Drop-off locations include the Westmont Park District, 55 E. Richmond Street; the Westmont Public Library, 428 N. Cass Avenue; Westmont Centre, 1 South Cass Avenue; the Westmont Fire Department Headquarters, 6015 S. Cass Avenue; and the Westmont Police Station, 500 N. Cass Avenue. Drop-offs are only accepted during business hours.
GIVING TREE
In the spirit of giving, the Holly Days Committee has created a Giving Tree at the Community Center, 75 E. Richmond Street for local families who need some extra help this season. Each star on the tree will represent a Westmont neighbor who could use your help. Please stop in, select a star, purchase a gift and know that you’ve helped make a neighbor’s holiday brighter. Stars are currently available, but go quickly.
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