"While there are still January holidays on the horizon for Sikhs, Hindus and Muslims, today is the 12th of Christmas - and then the holly-jolly season will be quickly wrapped and done. But looming end of the winter holidays doesn't mean that you have to give up the spirit of giving. In fact, why not make it a new year's resolution to keep donating all year long? Food insecurity, unfortunately, doesn't stop, and nonprofit organizations tend to see a drop in donations at the beginning of the year."
"First and foremost, these organizations need donations in dollars, which they can stretch through bulk purchasing. Second, they need hands-on volunteers. But if you're cleaning out your pantry or fridge, they also take food products that are sealed and labeled, particularly dry/shelf-stable goods, canned proteins and healthy snacks. Here's where you can help: Second Harvest of Silicon Valley: Volunteers can organize fundraisers or work hands-on to sort and distribute food. Besides cash and food, stock donations are accepted. Call 408-266-8866 or visit shfb.org"
"Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa County: This nonprofit offers hot lunches, available as a sit-down meal or a grab-and-go, to anyone weekdays at its locations in Antioch, Oakley and Walnut Creek and daily in Martinez and Pittsburg. The five dining rooms have food pantries offering free groceries. Its mobile unit also distributes lunches to the public at locations in Antioch, Pittsburg and"
Food insecurity persists after the holidays while nonprofit donations often decline at the start of the year. Organizations most urgently need monetary donations, which they can leverage through bulk purchasing, and hands-on volunteers to sort, pack and distribute food. Sealed, labeled shelf-stable goods, canned proteins and healthy snacks are accepted from household cleanouts. Local options include Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, Alameda County Community Food Bank, Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, and Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa County, each offering donation, volunteer and program details and contact information.
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