Food drive coming to a close

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Charles Humphrey
  • 66th Security Forces Squadron
HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. --  The initial goal for Hanscom was to collect 1,000 pounds of food for the 2012 Feds Feed Families food drive. With just three weeks left, the installation has already collected more than four times that amount, with donations to date totaling 4,360 pounds.

Although the 2012 Feds Feed Families food drive is coming to a close, there is still plenty of time to donate. The collection of nonperishable food items will run through Aug. 31 and all donations will be given to the Greater Boston Food Bank.

Donation boxes are located at Buildings 1305, 1605, 1606, 1614, 1618, 1624, 1709, 1725 and 1900. In addition, if anyone needs assistance with transporting donations, the Feds Feed Families Food drive team can assist with picking up items.

All base employees are invited to participate, including contractors, civilians, military members and veterans. The campaign is unable to accept cash or monetary donations, but the following list is the top 12 requested items for the 2012 Feds Feed Families food campaign:

1. Canned fruits in light syrup or its own juices
2. 100 percent juice in all sizes, including juice boxes
3. Canned vegetables, low sodium
4. Condiments: tomato based sauces, light soy sauce, ketchup, mustard, salad dressings, oils
5. Multigrain cereal: cheerios, cornflakes, grape nuts, raisin bran
6. Snacks: individually packed snacks, crackers, trail mix, dried fruit, granola, cereal bars, pretzels
7. Grains: brown and white rice, oatmeal, macaroni and cheese, quinoa, couscous
8. Baking goods: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, spices, boxed mixes
9. Canned proteins: tuna, salmon, chicken, peanut butter, beans
10. Hygiene items: diapers, deodorant, feminine products, toilet paper, soap, toothpaste, shampoo
11. Soups: beef stew, chili, chicken noodle, turkey and rice
12. Paper products and household goods: paper towels, napkins, tissues, cleaning supplies

For any questions concerning the 2012 Feds Feed Families food drive, contact Tech. Sgt. Charles Humphrey at 781-225-5616 or 978-404-1012.