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College students organize relief efforts
By OBSERVER STAFF REPORTS
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ike, Lone Star College-Kingwood students and the Houston Food Bank have come together to provide relief to hurricane victims. Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 1, and continuing through Tuesday, Oct. 14, LSC-Kingwood students will be collecting canned goods and other non-perishable donations through a campuswide food drive.
The following is a list of items most needed by the programs served by the Houston Food Bank (please choose plastic containers or canned items rather than glass):
Protein such as canned tuna or chicken (packed in water), canned stews and pasta/meats that are low in sodium and fat content
Peanut butter
Canned fruits in light syrup (tabbed pop tops preferred) and natural applesauce
100 percent juice cans or boxes
Canned vegetables, tomatoes, tomato sauce
Soups with meat and/or beans, meal-in-a-can that are low in sodium and fat content
Cereals and cereal bars
All types of pasta (spaghetti, macaroni)
Packages of dry beans
For the safety of those served, the Houston Food Bank is unable to accept open packages, baby food, homemade food items, perishable foods or items with expired dates.
In addition to canned goods, items such as can openers, personal hygiene items, gift cards and cash are being accepted.
Families are struggling in the community, now more than ever. And after the hurricane is long gone, the Houston Food Bank will continue to provide help to those who suffer from hunger throughout the year.
Students, staff, faculty and community members are encouraged to drop off donations at any of the collection bins located at the main entrances of each campus building or collections bins located throughout the community.
For more information about the student food drive, donation locations or to make a donation, visit kingwood.lonestar.edu or call 281-312-1679.
The following is a list of items most needed by the programs served by the Houston Food Bank (please choose plastic containers or canned items rather than glass):
Protein such as canned tuna or chicken (packed in water), canned stews and pasta/meats that are low in sodium and fat content
Peanut butter
Canned fruits in light syrup (tabbed pop tops preferred) and natural applesauce
100 percent juice cans or boxes
Canned vegetables, tomatoes, tomato sauce
Soups with meat and/or beans, meal-in-a-can that are low in sodium and fat content
Cereals and cereal bars
All types of pasta (spaghetti, macaroni)
Packages of dry beans
For the safety of those served, the Houston Food Bank is unable to accept open packages, baby food, homemade food items, perishable foods or items with expired dates.
In addition to canned goods, items such as can openers, personal hygiene items, gift cards and cash are being accepted.
Families are struggling in the community, now more than ever. And after the hurricane is long gone, the Houston Food Bank will continue to provide help to those who suffer from hunger throughout the year.
Students, staff, faculty and community members are encouraged to drop off donations at any of the collection bins located at the main entrances of each campus building or collections bins located throughout the community.
For more information about the student food drive, donation locations or to make a donation, visit kingwood.lonestar.edu or call 281-312-1679.
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