NPC relies on the help of individuals and families to keep our programs free and accessible to all. Please contact Irene (irenenpcassistant@gmail.com) for questions or to find out current donation needs.
Below are some of the in-kind donations that we find helpful:
Snacks & Snacktime
All of our healthy, nut-free snacks for playgroup come from in-kind donations. Families have brought fruit, crackers, pretzels, cheese, etc., as well as paper napkins and occasional baked goods for adults. We especially appreciate bananas, clementines/mandarins, apples, and cheese/other types of crackers. Cucumbers and cherry tomatoes are also welcome!
We are ALWAYS looking for donations of daily fruit and non-perishable nut-free/healthy snacks appropriate for the 1- 5 age group.
Update: Dairy-free snacks are currently appreciated, for kids with dairy allergies. Crackers, pretzels, pea crisps, etc. are all great!
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Coffee & Tea
Coffee and tea for playgroups is provided courtesy of parents. Special thanks to our neighbor Woodstar Café for donating their day-old bagels, muffins, and other delicious baked goods!
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General Supplies and Current Needs
Throughout the year, NPC sometimes asks for cleaning supplies or other general donations. Some of these items include paper towels, sanitizing spray/wipes, baby wipes, paper plates & cutlery, etc.
Current Donation Needs:
Daily usage:
– Napkins! (opened packages/loose napkins are fine)
– Paper towels
– Disinfecting spray or wipes (chemical fragrance free, please – Seventh Generation or similar brands)
– Honey
– Milk/non dairy milk alternatives (shelf-stable preferred)
Household items/craft supplies (used is fine!):
– Small or medium lidded trash can for the rice table room
– Picture frames (plastic/plexiglass, not glass, please)
– Old quilts/picnic blankets to replace our outdoor playgroup blankets (nibbled on by critters over the summer)
– Dot markers, like these
– Watercolor paper or any sturdy drawing paper
– General art/craft supplies
Are you handy with a sewing machine or needle? We are also looking for help patching a small stain on our much-loved handmade NPC banner. Please contact Irene (irenenpcassistant@gmail.com) if you are interested in helping!