Jewish Family Services

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Most Needed Items

The JFS Food Pantries in Kansas and Missouri distributes over 29,000 pounds of food to over 400 families each month. We depend on your donations to provide variety and healthy choices for our clients. Your donation goes directly to the shelves in the pantry, helping people right in our community.

Please check back as we seasonally update this list.

Items most needed in the Pantry:

Kosher or Non-kosher:

  • Canned green beans & corn
  • Tuna
  • Peanut Butter
  • Cereal
  • Cake and brownie mixes
  • Low-sodium canned soups
  • Quick oats (plain)
  • Sugar
  • Canned fruit
  • Coffee & tea
  • Beans, dried or canned
  • Tomato products
  • Crackers & saltines
  • Canned fish and chicken
  • Pasta sauce
  • Spices

Non-Food Items:

  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Toothpaste
  • Body lotion
  • Toilet paper and facial tissues
  • Paper towels
  • Napkins
  • Multi-purpose cleaner or wipes
  • Anti-bacterial wipes, such as Clorox wipes
  • Hand soap
  • Baby wipes
  • Dry pet food (Dog & Cat)

Amazon Wish List for Families

Families recently settled in stable housing need basic cleaning items to make their new apartments feel like home. Purchase items from the Amazon Wish List. Remember to use Amazon Smile and a small donation goes to JFS! The items are shipped to JFS and delivered to the families.

Become a Volunteer

Start the application process online or contact Volunteer Engagement at volunteer@jfskc.org or 913-730-1410 to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

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5801 W. 115th St., Suite 103 | Overland Park, KS 66211
913.327.8250 · info@jfskc.org

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