Updated for 2023
If your church or organization would like to participate in the
Bag of Blessings program for Isaiah 58 Ministries, below is a suggested list for each month.
A pdf version of this calendar, and a pdf with bulletin inserts/small flyers, is available below.
All fruit and vegetable suggestions are to be canned and, if possible, low sodium and/or in their own juice.
| Month | Food | Pantry Essentials | Personal Care Items | Cleaning Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Beef Stew, Canned Greens | Coffee, Hot Chocolate | Toilet Paper | Laundry Detergent, 50 oz or smaller |
| February | Oatmeal, Canned Fruit | Salt Free Seasoning | Bar Soap, Deodorant | Multi/All Purpose Cleaner |
| March | Sardines, Chili | Cooking Oil, 48 oz or Smaller | Shampoo, Razors, Shaving Cream | Dish Soap |
| April | Peanut Butter, Deluxe Mac & Cheese | Shelf Stable Milk | Toilet Paper | Paper Towels |
| May | Canned Chicken, Rice | Flour, 2lb Bags or Sugar, 1lb Bags | Toothbrush, Toothpaste | Laundry Detergent, 50 oz or smaller |
| June | Tuna, Canned Ravioli with Meat | Coffee, Tea | Diapers Sizes 5, 6, 4T, 5T, Baby Wipes | Multi/All Purpose Cleaner |
| July | Oatmeal, Canned Fruit | Salt Free Seasoning | Toilet Paper | Dish Soap |
| August | Peanut Butter, Deluxe Mac & Cheese | Shelf Stable Milk | Bar Soap, Deodorant | Paper Towels |
| September | Sardines, Chili | Cooking Oil, 48 oz or Smaller | Shampoo, Razors, Shaving Cream | Laundry Detergent, 50 oz or smaller |
| October | Beef Stew, Canned Greens | Flour, 2lb Bags or Sugar, 1lb Bag | Toilet Paper | Multi/All Purpose Cleaner |
| November | Canned Chicken, Rice | Coffee, Hot Chocolate | Toothbrush, Toothpaste | Dish Soap |
| December | Tuna, Canned Ravioli with Meat | Pancake Mix, Syrup | Diapers Sizes 5, 6, 4T, 5T, Baby Wipes | Paper Towels |