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DONATE NOW: LITS Food Drive to help support the Backpack Nutrition Program

Faculty and Staff, LITS, Community Service posted

Going on now! Throughout the month of September, LITS Staff is helping support the Backpack Nutrition Program run by Hands on Hartford. Food can be dropped off in any of the boxes at the library’s main entrances, or you can donate cash at the QR code below.

We are thrilled to announce the official start of the September 2023 Food Drive, benefiting the Hands on Hartford Backpack Nutrition Program. Our partnership in this endeavor reflects our commitment to lending a helping hand to those in need within our community.

The Backpack Nutrition Program aims to provide weekend sustenance to approximately 250 food-insecure Hartford school children throughout the school year. Our goal for this month is to fill 10 backpacks with essential items that these children can rely on.

There are multiple ways to contribute:

1. Donate Food Items: We have collection points week at the main entrances of the library (Levels A and B) and one on the long walk entrance (Level 1), where you can drop off any of the following items:

  • Juice Boxes
  • Fruit Cups (in water)
  • Apple sauce cups or pouches
  • Individual Snacks (pretzels, popcorn, or goldfish)
  • Granola Bars (no peanuts or peanut butter, please)
  • Individual Boxes of cereal
  • Oatmeal packets
  • Macaroni & Cheese boxes or cups
  • Cans of Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Individual shelf-stable milk

2. Monetary Donations: For those who prefer to contribute financially, you can donate here:

Money donated will go towards purchasing items on the list that haven’t been donated, so there is no preference! Whatever you are able to provide will go to good use.

Your participation, big or small, will help us achieve our goal and bring smiles to the faces of these children. Let’s come together as a team and make a positive impact on our community.

Thank you for your generosity and kindness!