Help Us Stock the Pantry
Lend a hand to provide the essentials
At Tri-Lakes Cares, our food pantry depends on the generosity of the community. The list below highlights the items most needed right now — from shelf-stable foods to everyday hygiene products. By donating, you help ensure that families and individuals across northern El Paso County have access to healthy meals and basic necessities.
We welcome donations of unopened, unexpired non-perishable food products as well as other items such as cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, and household paper products. Perishable items such as meat, dairy products, and produce are accepted on a case-by-case basis. Contact us below to see if we are in need and refer to our Donation Guidelines for assistance with items to donate.
See What We Need Most for March
Our needs change from month to month depending on what gets distributed most quickly. Donating from this list ensures our shelves stay stocked with the items neighbors rely on most.
Did you know that when there is a gap in the basic necessities, TLC has to purchase items to stock the market? If you want to help on an ongoing basis, consider Adopt a Shelf, a program that helps keeps our most needed items on the shelf every week.
Food
Vegetable oil
Sugar
Brown sugar
Canned chicken
Canned meat
Mashed potatoes
Tomato paste
Canned fruit cocktail
Apple sauce
Canned pears
Jelly
Chili
Spaghetti noodles
Fully stocked, thank you!
Youth Snacks
Pretzels
Yogurt tubes
Fully stocked!
Pet Food
Dog Food
Fully stocked!
Household Items
Body wash
Shampoo
Conditioner
Toothpaste
Deodorant, men’s & women’s
Dish soap
Dish pods
Multi-purpose cleaner
Feminine hygiene pads
Fully stocked, thank you!
How to Donate Food and Household Items
Gather Up Needed Items
Consult our list above to see the current pantry needs. Make sure all items are within the expiration date and in unopened condition.
Select a Dropoff Time
Our donation hours are:
Mon - Thur 9am - 4pm
*Please do not leave items at the door outside of donation hours, we do not want to attract wild animals.
Drop off Your donation
1.) Come to the west side of our building at 235 N. Jefferson St , off the alley by the garage door.
2.) Ring the doorbell and we will greet you, receive your items and provide you with a receipt upon request.
Send Supplies. Share Warmth.
Shop our Amazon Wish List to send essentials like gloves, blankets, and hygiene supplies directly to Tri-Lakes Cares — simple, quick, and deeply appreciated.
Have a Question?
I’d love to hear from you — I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.