“Never underestimate the difference YOU can make in the lives of others. Step forward, reach out and help. This week reach to someone that might need a lift.”
― Pablo Valle
Wednesday, September 27: Grocery Pick-up
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM
REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS: Please bring your reusable bags if available.
GARDENERS: Thank you to all who are bringing their extra produce to the Food Shelf. The tomatoes are looking great. Colchester residents who use the services of the Food Shelf are really enjoying all the fresh produce. There are two volunteers at the Food Shelf at 11 AM preparing for the day that can accept your produce. Donation dropoffs between 11 AM and 12 Noon is the preferred time to receive food donations.
FRESH PRODUCE: We continue to have fresh produce from local gardeners and through a grant from the Vermont Foodbank, from Paul Mazza’s Farmstand and Sam Mazza’s Farmstand.
PROOF OF RESIDENCE INFORMATION: Please don’t forget to bring Proof of Residency if you are a new client or if requested. Proof would be a current bill, lease, etc., with your name and address. A driver’s license or car registration can not be used as Proof of Residence.
OUT-OF-DATE ITEMS: As some of you think about getting ready to go south and cleaning out your pantry, please be sure to check the dates. We cannot put outdated items on our shelves.
DONATIONS: Thank you to all who donate so generously. Please only leave donations during open hours on Wednesdays/Saturdays. The high-priority items are those that are on the shopping list used by our clients. You can find a list of high-priority items by visiting the Donate page on our website (or click here to view the list). If you do not need a receipt, there is a plastic container under the canopy where canned goods can be left. Financial donations should be mailed to the PO Box address below:
Colchester Food Shelf
PO Box 625
Colchester, Vermont 05446
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Where Can You Find Us?
The Food Shelf is located at 245 Main Street, Colchester, between Claussen’s Greenhouse and Union Memorial School.
Our mailing address for donations is Colchester Food Shelf, PO Box 625, Colchester, Vermont 05446.
Questions? Email info@colchesterfoodshelf.org. We can also be reached by phone at 802-879-2444. If you call outside our Wednesday hours, please leave a message.
Year in Review: 2022
As these unusual times persist, the Food Shelf continues with significant changes for the safe distribution of groceries for both our clients and volunteers. The fourth quarter of 2022 included: 360 visits to the Food Shelf and 984 people served. Your generous food donations for the quarter totaled 13,420 pounds, which included turkeys and dinner fixing.
Throughout 2022, we received 28,237 pounds of groceries! Below are the total donations (in pounds) for each quarter of 2022. Additional statistics dating back to 2011 can be found by selecting “Our Impact” from the main menu.
Qtr 1 Donations (in pounds)
Qtr 2 Donations (in pounds)
Qtr 3 Donations (in pounds)
Qtr 4 Donations (in pounds)
The Food Shelf relies for help and supplies on continued donations from Colchester residents, churches, schools, organizations, and businesses.
Where is the food shelf located?
The Colchester Community Food Shelf is located in the old fire station in the village of Colchester.
When is the food shelf open?
COVID-19 Notice: For the health and safety of clients and volunteers, the CCFS is open on WEDNESDAYS ONLY from 12 Noon to 6 PM and the FIRST SATURDAY of each month from 9 AM to 11 AM until further notice.
Need help finding us?
Contact us at 802.879.2444
Colchester Food Shelf
Colchester, VT 05446
802.879.2444
What’s New? Check out our latest blog posts!
Wondering what has been going on at the food shelf or looking for information about upcoming events? Below are highlights from our most recent blog entries. More entries and information can be found from the What’s New link at the top of the page.
Wednesday, September 27: Grocery Pick-up
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS: Please bring your reusable bags if available. GARDENERS: Thank you to all who are bringing their extra produce to the Food Shelf. The tomatoes are looking great. Colchester residents who...
Wednesday, September 20: Grocery Pick-up
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM FRESH PRODUCE: We continue to have fresh produce from local gardeners and through a grant from the Vermont Foodbank, from Paul Mazza’s Farmstand and Sam Mazza’s Farmstand. GARDENERS: Thank you to all who are...
Wednesday, September 13: Grocery Pick-up
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 FOOD SHELF HOURS: 12 NOON TO 6 PM REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS: Please bring reusable bags if available. PROOF OF RESIDENCE INFORMATION: Please don't forget to bring Proof of Residency if you are a new client or if requested. Proof would be a current...