As summer begins and schools close, many families in Natrona County, Wyoming, face the challenge of keeping their pantries stocked. Recognizing this need, Menards, a home improvement store, is stepping up to support the community by serving as a drop-off location for non-perishable food donations until July 31, 2026.
How You Can Help
Community members are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to Menards and place them in the designated collection boxes near the store’s exit. This initiative aims to restock local food banks and ensure that families have access to essential food items during the summer months.
If you don’t have extra non-perishable items at home, consider exploring Menards’ extensive food section. The store offers a variety of items, including unique pickled goods and familiar Midwest brands like Prairie Farms milk products, which can be purchased and donated on-site.
Suggested Donation Items
When selecting items to donate, think about what your own children enjoy eating. Suggested items include:
- Cereals
- Soups
- Canned meals
- Condiments
- Crackers
- Snack cakes
- Cookies
- Nuts
- Jerky
- Baking and cooking boxed items
- Breakfast bars
- Oatmeal
- Peanut butter
- Canned meats (tuna, chicken, Spam, potted meat, Vienna sausages)
- Sloppy Joe sauce
- Mac n Cheese
- Instant mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Beans
This community-driven effort highlights the importance of supporting local families and ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals even when school is out. By participating in this food drive, residents of Natrona County can make a meaningful impact on the lives of their neighbors.
Original reporting: K2 Radio (Casper) — read the source article.
