For years, Muhlenberg has collected donations for the pantry, and we are excited to announce that collections continue on the first Sunday of each month! Bring your donations to the Gathering Area - monetary donations are also appreciated and help the pantry purchase food and perishable items as needed at a reduced price. You can make a check payable to “Muhlenberg Lutheran Church” with “Patchwork Pantry” noted. Donations of nutritious, non-perishable foods and personal care items are requested. Acceptable items include:

Staples (smaller sizes are best):

• Canned soups, stew and chili

• Canned fruit

• Canned vegetables and beans

• Mac and cheese box dinners

• Peanut butter and jelly

• Breakfast bars

• Tuna and canned meat

• Low-sugar cereals

Non-food items

• Diapers

• Toilet paper

• Bar soap

• Shampoo

• Toothpaste

Extra Items often requested

• Coffee and tea

• Sugar and flour (small bags – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags.)

• Laundry detergent (dry – you may buy in bulk and repackage in marked gallon Ziploc bags)

• Small bottles of liquid detergent

• Paper towels

• Feminine products

• Toiletry packages (Example: Ziploc bag with wash cloth, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shaving cream and deodorant)