
YOUR DONATION FEEDS PEOPLE IN CAPE MAY
The simple gift of food represents the care and safety of the community. Together we can ensure all our neighbors have access to nutritious foods they need.
EVER WONDER WHAT YOUR DONATION BUYS AT THE FOOD CLOSET?
Each donation is important and helps provide nutritious food and essential items for Cape May residents.
Here are some specifics:
- $10 For 5 breakfasts
- $20 For 5 lunches and school snacks,
- $50 For 10 dinners
As we are a registered 501c3 Corporation, all of your donations are 100% tax-deductible (of course subject to law!). 99% of your donation goes directly to purchasing food or other needed items for our neighbors.

2023 - DONATION DAYS
Prior to distributions, we are collecting donations between 8:00 - 10:00 am on these days
January: 12 and 26
February: 9 and 23
March: 9 and 23 - for Easter distr.
April: 13 and 27
May: 11 and 25
June: 8 and 22
July: 13 and 27
August: 10 and 24
September: 14 and 28
October: 12 and 26
November: 9 and 19 - for Thanksgiving distr.
December: 14 and 21 -for Holiday distr.
WHAT TO GIVE
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We accept food items (including frozen), cash, and checks. Due to limited space and storage capacity, we can accept fresh garden products only a few days before our donation days.
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Food items must be unopened and not expired.
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We cannot accept non-food items like towels, blankets, mattresses or clothing.
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
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You can donate food and essential items in person on donation days or by appointment or by Amazon (check out our Wishlist).
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Send your monetary donation by mail:
Cape May Community Food Closet
500 Hughes St, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Shop at AmazonSmile and set the Food Closet as the beneficiary of the Amazon donation for your purchase.

MOST NEEDED ITEMS!
We update this list on a bi-weekly basis based on our needs!
FOOD ITEMS:
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Cereal
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Dried grains/beans/legumes
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Canned beans
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Spam
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Sardines
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Hamburger Helper
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Rice a Roni
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Manwich
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Knorr Sides
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Kid Snacks (like Goldfish or Chips)
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Pudding Snack Packs
PERSONAL CARE & HOUSEHOLD
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Pampers – Size 4, 5 and 6
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Toilet Paper
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Paper Towels
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Dish Soap
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Laundry Soap
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Toothbrushes
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Toothpaste
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Fruit Cups
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Granola Bars
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SpaghettiOs
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Chef Boy R Dee canned macaroni
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Cup Noodle
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Cake Mix and Icing
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Brownie Mix
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Shelf Stable Milk
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Instant Oatmeal packets