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Donations Needed at James Street Drop In Centre

Those helping the less fortunate in Wallaceburg are looking for some help themselves.

Since opening in January, R.O.C.K. Missions spokesperson Lisa Medd says the drop-in centre is seeing the need, first hand.

“On a busy day now we see an average of about 30 people, and on a quieter day now, which is what we used to think was a busy day, we still see probably 12-15 people a day.”

The drop-in centre is open from 2-6pm each day, with extended hours during extreme heat.

“When we first opened, we had all kinds of supplies. The community was absolutely fantastic, and the community is still great, I just don’t think they realize the need continues,” Medd explains. “The community still definitely comes in with stuff, but we do have a list of things we certainly could use.”

Those who use the centre are given a meal and a place to rest, but also items they can take with them.

Donations can be dropped off at 719 James Street, or call 226-626-8996.

DONATIONS LIST

Food Items

  • Canned carrots
  • Canned corn
  • Canned peas
  • Mayo(large containers if possible)
  • Mustard(large containers if possible)
  • Pasta Sauces
  • Alfredo Sauces
  • Instant Mashed Potatoes
  • Fresh fruit-Bananas, peaches, oranges, plums
  • Coffee grounds
  • Tea
  • Coffee Whitener
  • Sugar packets
  • Cases of Water
  • Loaf and Muffin mixes
  • Single use snacks-granola bars, fruit cups, pudding cups

Non Food Kitchen Items

  • To Go Containers
  • Plastic Cutlery
  • Sandwich bags
  • Disposable Coffee Cups
  • Disposable Juice cups
  • Napkins/Paper towels

Hygiene Items

  • Shampoo and Conditioner-Travel sizes if possible
  • Lotion
  • Body Soaps
  • Razors
  • Q-Tips
  • Deodorant
  • Hair supplies-Brushes, elastics

Clothing

  • Men’s and Women’s Underwear
  • Men’s and Women’s socks
  • Bras
  • Men’s pants/shorts