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In-Kind Donations

Essential Support for Families

Your Generosity in Action

Monument Crisis Center is thankful for the wonderful generosity of the community in helping make sure our food-insecure and low-income neighbors are supported on their journey towards safety and stability.

In-kind donations, given by families and individuals in our community like you, help bring nutritious food, diapers, education materials and more into the hands and home of those served at MCC

Donation Drop Off Information

Dates & Times:

Monday - Thursday
9:00AM to 12:00Noon
1:30PM to 3:30PM

Location:

1990 Market Street,
Concord, CA, 94520

Please check in at the roll-up gate of our Pantry or the front doors on the market street side to meet with a staff member who will be happy to assist you.
On Food Distribution Days in the mornings of Monday – Wed from 9:00AM to 12:00Noon, items can also be dropped off at the Monument Crisis Center tent outside.
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Due to safety and health code, Monument Crisis Center cannot accept any items that have been left outside our building.

Food Items we accept:

Monument Crisis Center is always happy to accept healthy and nutritious food for the families we serve. We recommend donating items that you and your family would enjoy.
  • Unopened/ Unused Items Only

Items that are always needed are:

  • Canned or Boxed Pantry Items
  • Canned Vegetables
  • Canned Fruits
  • Canned Beans
  • Canned Tuna
  • Canned Chicken
  • Canned Soups
  • Canned Meals
  • Chili, Ravioli, SPAM, Hearty Soups
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Ramen/Noodles
  • Spaghetti
  • Pasta
  • Oatmeal
  • Rice
  • Nut Butters
  • Jams/Jelly
  • Cereal
  • Flour
  • Fruit Cups or Apple Sauce
  • Condiments & Sauces
  • Spices
  • Coffee & Tea

Ready-to-Eat Food Items such as:

  • Granola Bars/Fruit Bars
  • Protein Bars
  • Crackers
  • Fruit Snacks
  • Fruit and Vegetable Pouches
  • Beef Jerky or Slim Jims
  • SPAM
  • Canned Tuna
  • Dried Fruit
  • Pudding Cups
  • Fruit Juice
  • Ensure or Protein Milk/Drink
  • Water Bottles

For Fresh or Homegrown Produce, we ask that donations please be dropped off on Monday and Tuesday.

Non-Food Items we always accept:

In addition to the weekly groceries, Monument Crisis Center provides, we also accept non-food items to support our families and programs. Please note that all items must be new, as we cannot accept opened or partially used items.

  • Baby Diapers
  • Baby Wipes
  • Adult Diapers
  • Body Wipes
  • Sunscreen
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Tissue Paper
  • Toiletry Items (Travel-Sized and Full-Sized)
  • Feminine Hygiene Products (Pads, Wipes, Tampons)

Non-Food Items we cannot accept:

Please note that due to health considerations and our storage capacity, Monument Crisis Center cannot accept the following items.

  • Opened or partially used Food, Toiletry, or Hygiene Items
  • Food 3 months past its best by date
  • Homemade Food that was not prepared in a commercial kitchen
  • Used Household Items
  • Candles
  • Knives
  • Alcohol
  • Supplements
  • Medications
  • Clothing
  • Furniture
  • Baby Cribs or Furniture
  • Baby Strollers
  • Walkers