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COMING SOON: LITS Food Drive to help support the Backpack Nutrition Program

All Campus, LITS, Community Service posted

Coming soon! LITS Staff is helping support the Backpack Nutrition Program run by Hands on Hartford. Food and cash accepted! For more info, contact Benny Bauer or Rose Beranis.

We are excited to announce that LITS will be participating in the September 2024 Food Drive in support of the Hands on Hartford Backpack Nutrition Program. This initiative provides essential nourishment to approximately 250 food-insecure school children in Hartford.

The food drive will officially begin next week, after the Labor Day weekend (9/3), and conclude at the end of the month.

Whether you choose to donate individually-packed food items (see below) at any of the collection points at the main entrances of the library or provide monetary support, your involvement will make a significant impact.

Stay tuned for more information, and thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children.

Shopping List (individually-packed)

  • Juice boxes
  • Fruit cups
  • Apple sauce
  • Goldfish crackers
  • Popcorn
  • Nut-free granola bars
  • Cereal cups or bars
  • Oatmeal packets
  • Raisins
  • Macaroni & cheese
  • Chef Boyardee products
  • Soups
  • Hot cocoa
  • Shelf-stable milk boxes