A community-wide food drive kicks off on November 3rd and runs through the 21st, with donations collected at Hammond-Henry Hospital (north and east entrances), Annawan Clinic, Colona Clinic, and Kewanee Clinic. Contributions will directly benefit local food pantries, ensuring support stays within each community. Top non-perishable needs include stuffing, mashed potato mix, canned vegetables, pie crust mix, and evaporated milk. Pantries are also asking for essential household items like toilet paper, diapers, laundry detergent, and hygiene products. Organizers emphasize that every donation, large or small, will help make a difference for families in need during the holiday season. Every contribution makes a meaningful difference in the lives of neighbors in need. For specific information on requested items and all designated drop-off points, details can be found on the Hammond-Henry Hospital website.
All donations are accepted, but here are some suggestions:
Geneseo-Atkinson Food Pantry Christmas Basket Needs
Non-Perishable Food Needs
Stuffing
Mashed potato mix
Gravy mix
Green beans
Cream of mushroom soup
French fried onions
Cranberry sauce
Sweet potatoes or yams
Creamed corn
Corn
Corn muffin mix
Pumpkin
Evaporated milk
Pie crust mix
Other needs include:
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Kleenex
Diapers and pull ups (all sizes)
Laundry detergent
Aluminum roasting pan
Annawan, Colona & Kewanee Food Pantries – Immediate Needs
Non-Perishable Food Needs
Canned goods
Pasta
Pasta Sauce
Cereal
Canned soups
Vegetable oil
Salt & Pepper
Condiments
Seasonings
Nuts
Dried Fruit
Other needs include:
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Kleenex
Diapers and pull ups (all sizes)
Laundry detergent
Hygiene items