How YOU can help

The Oxford Food Shelf relies on donations from local churches, schools, businesses, organizations,
families and individuals who very generously contribute to us.

We accept donations of:
  • Non-perishable grocery items > canned vegetables, canned fruits, cereals, drinks, snacks & condiments
  • Low sugar, sugar free and gluten free items > are always in need.
  • Personal hygiene products > hand soaps, shampoos, lotions and facial tissues
  • Cash donations > are used to purchase groceries and other necessities when our supplies run low
    • Mail checks to: OXFORD ECUMENICAL COUNCIL - PO Box 448 North Oxford MA 01537
If you would like to donate or you have a question, please call us at 508-987-1062.


If you would like to donate a grocery item, please consider something from our list below.
The following items are in short supply:

  • Canned Vegetables ...... all kinds
  • Baking Mixes ................like cake mix, brownie mix and cookie mix
  • Helpers and Sides  ........all kinds
  • Fruit and Vegetable Juices
  • Jellies and Jams
  • Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Tissues
  • Other Care Items......... soaps, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant
  • Breakfast Cereals
  • Snacks of All Kinds


Many families have members with "diabetes" and "gluten allergies." Low-sugar, sugar-free and gluten-free items are always needed.

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