Community Pantry

About Us

The Tottenham Community Pantry aims to alleviate food insecurity by providing access to food, personal hygiene products, and community resources during library hours.

Great news! We now have a Mini Community Pantry at our Alliston location.

How You Can Help

Donations: We welcome both food and monetary donations from the public. Donations can be made through PayPal or CanadaHelps.org – please indicate that the donation is for the Community Pantry.

DONATE PAYPAL

DONATE CANADAHELPS

Community Support: Our pantry thrives on the generosity of local initiatives and sponsors.

Pantry Hours

Tottenham:

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

10:00 am – 8:00 pm

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Alliston:

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

10:00 am – 6:00 pm

10:00 am – 8:00 pm

10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Donations

What are some examples of acceptable donations?

Non-Perishables

Baking Ingredients
Dried legumes (beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
Dried soup mix
Rice, grains, pasta
Cooking oil
Coffee/Tea
Cookies/Crackers
Juice boxes & individually packed snacks
Nut butters
Baby food (formula, pouches, jars)
Canned fish (tuna, salmon, sardines)
Canned meat
Canned fruit/vegetables
Canned pasta sauce

Perishables

Fruits
Vegetables

Hygiene Products

Baby products (soap, wipes, diapers, diaper cream/lotion)
Shampo, conditioner, soap, deodorant

We Cannot Accept:

Alcohol or cannabis products
Damaged cans (dented)
Frozen items
Partially eaten, open, moldy and expired food
Household items (clothing, furniture, etc.)
Medication & Vitamins
Perishable Dairy products
Raw meat/seafood

Sustainability Efforts

Partnerships: We collaborate with community organizations to share and manage donations effectively.

Waste Reduction: Expired or spoiled items are donated to local farmers for animal feed or composting.