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 EBCAP’s Hunger Hero liaison, Erin Fogarty at 401-437-1000 ext. 1141 | efogarty@ebcap.org to schedule and register your food drive.
As your liaison, Erin will provide donation bin(s) to collect items, help with event coordination, answer any questions, and provide guidance throughout the process.
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) |