ShopRite, Kings Take Part in Helping the Hungry

Two separate supermarkets in the area will come together Sunday, Oct. 6 for a common good as part of a larger initiative to help those in need. 

ShopRite in Chester and Kings Supermarket in Mendham will both take part in the 22nd Annual Action Against Hunger Food Drive from noon to 4 p.m.

The food drive, put together by North Jersey Media Group, serves 65 pantries assisting some 40,000 clients. Locally the effort benefits the Interfaith Food Pantry of Morris County.

Donations are accepted in the form of non-perishable goods and money.

According to a press release, the most-needed items include:

Nonperishable nutritious foods such as canned vegetables, meats, fish and fruits; hearty soups and stews; pasta; white and brown rice; peanut butter; enriched cereals; oatmeal, pancake mix, and powdered or evaporated milk; 100 percent fruit juice; baby formula; and low-sugar and low-sodium foods for those with special dietary needs. Organizers request that no glass containers or outdated items be donated.

For more information visit actionagainsthunger.com.