food donations
FIRST OF ALL, THANK YOU!
WHAT CAN I DONATE?
When considering a food donation to Good Sam’s, please keep in mind that we strive to distribute high-quality nutritional items. It is vitally important to us that we have a positive impact on the health of our community. Thank you for the generous donations that we rely on to do so!
WHAT IS MOST NEEDED?
The items we need can vary depending on many factors, but the following is especially appreciated. If you’d like to know about any specific items, please give us a call (970) 565-6424 or email us: director@goodsamscortez.org
JELLY/JAM/HONEY
CANNED FRUIT
CANNED VEGETABLES
HEARTY SOUPS
HEALTHY SNACKS
MICROWAVEABLE MEALS
PASTA SAUCE
PEANUT BUTTER
DEHYDRATED ITEMS
SALT & SUGAR
GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCTS
TEA & COFFEE
OIL/SHORTENING
DRY MILK
NON-DAIRY MILK
HYDRATION/WATER
SALAD DRESSING/SAUCES
HERBS & SPICES
GARDEN VEGETABLES, FRUITS, SEEDS & PLANTS
WE ARE ALSO HAPPY TO ACCEPT OR PURCHASE SHEEP, BISON, ELK, PIGS OR COWS FOR PROCESSING! PLEASE CALL THE PANTRY OR EMAIL KIRBI FOR MORE INFORMATION.
(Updated Winter 2025)
ITEMS WE CANNOT ACCEPT
Most expired items
Produce that is wilted or damaged
Opened packages
Repackaged items
Homemade goods
Frozen items that have been thawed or more than 1 year old
WE CAN RECEIVE DONATIONS MONDAY - FRIDAY
Please contact us so that we can make sure we are available
NOT SURE WHAT TO DONATE?
GIVE US A CALL 970-565-6424 OR EMAIL DIRECTOR@GOODSAMSCORTEZ.ORG
Thank you!
Make a financial contribution through our fee-free online giving portal!
100 % of your donation supports our food purchases and operations.