Hunger Heroes
Become a Hunger Hero today! Your help is needed to fill our food pantries.

East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) invites all businesses, organizations, civic groups, youth groups, and individuals to host a food drive in support of our food pantries. With the rising cost of food and living expenses, we are seeing an increased need for assistance now more than ever. Become a Hunger Hero today and provide essential support to community members in need.
How to become a Hunger Hero:
Please contact Angela Downing, 401-218-9610 | adowning@ebcap.org, to schedule and register your food drive.
Download the Hunger Hero Food Drive Packet for tips on planning your food drive:
Food pantry locations:
EBCAP has food pantries located at:
- 100 Bullocks Point Avenue, East Providence, RI 02915
- 19 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840
- 1048 Stafford Road, Tiverton, RI 02878
Food pantry wish list:
Below is a list of the most needed items.
Food items:
Pasta sauce | Canned soup | Canned green beans |
Pasta | Canned chicken | Instant mashed potatoes |
Canned beans | Dried beans | Peanut Butter |
Jelly | Canned tuna | Oatmeal |
Rice | Canned corn | Shelf-stable oat or almond milk |
Hygiene/other items:
Toothbrushes | Toothpaste | Household cleaners |
Bath soap | Sponges | Laundry soap |
Shampoo | Hand warmers | Paper towels |
Hats | Shaving cream | Dish soap |
Razors | Mittens | Men’s/women’s deodorant |
Socks | Toilet paper | Baby wipes & diapers (all sizes) |