Library Staff Association Canned Food Drive

The Library Staff Association holds a canned food drive at least once a year. In the past, the designated recipient has been The Connecticut Food Bank, the largest centralized source of donated emergency food in the state. Serving 450 agencies in Connecticut, such as soup kitchens and food pantries, the Food Bank provides food annually for an estimated 250,000 people in need.

If you know of another recipient who would benefit from a food drive, please contact the Chair of LiSA.

In April, 2007, the Connecticut Food Bank sent a letter of thanks to LiSA for collecting and donating 1060 lbs of food during a spring food drive.

Collection boxes are usually located at the following locations:

• Sterling Memorial Library, Wall Street Entrance
• Cross Campus Library Circulation Desk
• Art & Architecture Library Circulation Desk
• Beinecke Library Lounge
• Divinity Library Staff Lounge
• Kline Library Kitchen
• Law Library Circulation Desk
• Medical Library Administrative Office
• Social Science Librarian's Office

The food items in the greatest need are:

• Tuna
• Canned Meat
• Peanut Butter
• Beef Stew
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Chunky Soups
• Cereal/Oatmeal
• Spaghetti & Sauce
• Rice
• Canned Vegetables
• Canned Fruits
• Beans
• Cooking Oils
• Powdered Milk
• 100% Fruit Juice
• "Sugar Free"
• "Low Sodium"
• "No Salt"