We are calling on the Erie community to come together and collect enough supplies to fill a semi to have hauled to Western North Carolina. Aid in their relief efforts after Helene and provide some hope & comfort to those in need.
Non-Perishable food, water, supplies ,kids items and pet needs top the list of some of the items we are looking for
Collections for donation items will be at the following locations until Friday (October 11):
- Agreasti Real Estate at 2635 W. 26th St.
- LECOM Sports Park at 8159 Oliver Rd.
- Rundstedler Life and Retirement at 4114 Peach St.
- The Park Coffee and Bread Co at 4007 Main St.
- Copper Carriage at 406 State St.
- French Creek Settlement at 1099 Park Ave., Meadville
Here’s a list of items of need:
Food:
- Non-perishables
- Instant coffee
- To-go packet hydration
- Cereal/oatmeal
- Protein/granola bars
- Nonperishable protein drinks
- Drinking water in gallons or jugs
- Water bottles
- Distilled water
- Plastic silverware
- Paper plates
- Can openers
Baby and child items:
- Baby formula
- Baby bottles
- Sippy cups
- Diapers
- Baby wipes
Pharmacy items:
- Nitrile gloves
- First aid kits
- Over the counter children’s medicine
- Over the counter pain relievers, Benadryl, and allergy medications
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Unopened socks and underware
- Feminine hygiene products
- Toiletries and sanitation items
- Gold Bond powder
- Denture cream and cleaner
- Contact solution
- Saline
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Adult diapers
Hardware items:
- Chainsaws
- Handsaws
- Shovels
- Heavy duty work gloves
- New empty gas cans
- Matches
- Lighters
- Crow bars
Other supplies:
- Flashlights
- Batteries
- Lanterns
- Tarps
- Ropes
- Work gloves
- Reusable tote bags
- Cleaning supplies with no chemicals
- Trash bags
- Dog food and cat food
- Plastic totes and bins
