Here are some items needed at the Hospitality House to support our food service program.
If you have questions about what is appropriate to donate, please contact the Hospitality House manager, frank@mendocinochc.org.
Equipment
Wire whisks, large and medium size
Wooden spoons
Pie pans
Rimmed cookie sheet pan, non-stick (1/2 size)
Parchment paper (for 1/2 size cookie sheet pans)
3-4 gallon soup pots with lids (heavy duty)
Pastry brushes
Silicon spatulas
Measuring cups and spoons
Stacking stainless steel mixing bowls
Adjustable bib aprons, unisex in black
Cutting board sets — in colors to prevent cross contamination of foods
Oven mitts
Kitchen towels, large
These items are available on Amazon:
Everyday Plastic Bowls set of 12 - Unbreakable and Reusable 6-inch Plastic Soup/Cereal Bowls, Dishwasher Safe, BPA Free - any color
Everyday Dinner Plates set of 12 - Unbreakable and Reusable 10-inch Plastic Dinner Plates, Dishwasher Safe, BPA Free - any color
Non-perishable Foods
SPICES AND SEASONINGS (large jars, please):
Cinnamon
Cloves, ground
Nutmeg
Mint
Italian Seasoning
Thyme
Rosemary
Basil
Oregano
Parsley
Pepper
Chili Powder
Taco Seasoning
Paprika
OTHER:
Butter and margarine
Pie filling (apple, cherry, blueberry)
Powdered sugar
Baking powder
Baking soda
Dried berries and fruit (apricots, blueberries, cranberries)
Granola
Please also note that Hospitality House has a Clothing Closet and welcomes donations of all types of clothing, outerwear and shoes and boots.