Yes, NORWESCAP in Phillipsburg Accepts Food Donations During Quarantine

Wondering how you can help this holiday season or in these crazy, quarantine times? Rumors might lead you to believe that food banks aren’t accepting donations. THEY ARE.

Or at least some are – best to do your homework and make that call before heading out with a big food stash.

I decided out of the blue to do a “food drive” and bring some donations over to NORWESCAP in Phillipsburg, NJ. This was just before Thanksgiving (yes, I’m late posting the news, but better late than never, right?)

NORWESCAP Phillipsburg NJ — Norwescap Food Bank and Thrift Shop, Phillipsburg, NJ

I called them up to make sure that they were still accepting canned and packaged goods, and they said they were.

So here’s how I did my quarantine-friendly food drive. I sent out a message via text and on Facebook to some local mom friends. I let them know I’d be coming around to pick up a few cans to donate if they wanted to help.

I should have expected this because mom friends always seem to hop to it when someone asks for something… they blew me away with their generosity.

I had figured maybe some people would give a can or two… but most gave entire shopping bags of food, many did two bags… and a terrific, useful assortment that anyone would be glad to stock their pantry with.

I did my solo food run in the evening, filled up the back seat with food goods from good peeps, and then set out early the next morning to bring the donation over to NORWESCAP Thrift Shop and Food Bank in Phillipsburg.

Feeling pretty good about the generosity of our community members.

When I reached my friend Healther’s house to grab her thoughtful donation,I was rewarded with a beautiful view of the sunset!

Back seat filling up wtih food… my heart feels full, too!

Leaving the porch light on, with a special giving bag, and sweet little pumpkins to greet me.

Local Weichert real estate agents Karen and Rich made a special shopping trip with thoughful selections for our neighbors in need…

Someone gave Goldfish crackers… these folks thought of everything!

It doesn’t have to be the holiday season to take donations over to your local food bank. You can do it any time of year, and in fact, it’s probably better if you donate during a non-holiday season.

Call the NORWESCAP Thrift Shop and Food Bank of Phillipsburg, NJ at 908 454 4322. Don’t let quarantine stop you from lending a helping hand in your community! Make the call. Ask the questions. Grab your mask, and do what you have to do.

One of several kind volunteers I met at drop-off to NORWESCAP

Thank you everyone for your generosity!!

NORWESCAP Thrift Store and Food Bank in Phillipsburg, NJ

201 Broad St
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 454-4322

Reach the NORWESCAP Corporate Office

For COVID related family emergencies, contact NORWESCAP via this page.

350 Marshall Street
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
contactus@norwescap.org
Telephone: (908) 454-7000