Shelton Day Food Drive to Benefit SHS Food Bank

While you eat at Shelton Day, why not give a little to the Shelton High School Food Bank?

The Shelton Police Union will be holding a food drive, collecting non-perishable foods and cash donations, said Officer Mary Beth White. 

The Shelton High School food bank was started to help provide assistance to families with children who attend any school within the Shelton school system, White said.

The event takes place Oct. 6  Howe Avenue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

"Every day more and more of our residents, through no fault of their own, are finding it increasingly difficult to provide for their families. It is understood that everyone is feeling the impact of the current state of the economy, but it is important to help our neighbors in need," White said.

Since the food bank focuses on children, please keep “kid-friendly” items in mind. Items such as peanut butter, jelly, pancake mix, syrup, macaroni and cheese, hot chocolate mix, canned vegetables and fruit, and tuna will help build up the food bank before the upcoming holidays. 

White urged donors to check expiration dates on the donated items.

Toiletries are also needed, in addition to kitchen items such as liquid dish detergent, plastic wrap, and aluminum foil. Cash donations collected will be used to purchase grocery gift cards.

For more information please contact Officer Mary Beth White at the Shelton Police Department (203) 924-1544 ext. 416.