Submitted by Jim Woodworth
(April 22, 2026) — Higganum/Haddam VFW POST 10690 is proud to announce its 2026 Days of Service Food Drive benefitting the Haddam Social Services Food Pantry. From May 1, 2026 through May 15, 2026, the Post, in partnership with local businesses, will have food collection bins at several town locations. Non-perishable food items and personal care products can be dropped off at the following locations:
Haddam Senior Center
Jack’s Country Restaurant
River Valley Provisions
Town and Country Nurseries
United Congregational Church of Haddam and Higganum
This is a critically important time to collect food items, in particular as school lunches will be ending soon for the summer. Monetary donations also will be accepted. Please mail to or drop off at Haddam Social Services, 11 Jail Hill Road in Haddam. Help us help our community as we collect food to benefit Haddam Social Services!
Items Needed:
Shelf-Stable Milk
Beef/Chicken Broth
Cereal (Please, No Cheerios)
Cereal Bars
Jelly
Peanut Butter
Maple Syrup
Pancake/Waffle Mix
Rice-a-Roni
Pasta
Fruit Cups
Goldfish
Yogurt Pouches
Snack Size Chips
Tuna
Canned Fruit
Canned Vegetables
Cream Soups
Pudding Cups
Spam
Microwave Popcorn
Peanut Butter Crackers
Sardines
Cookies
Coffee
Personal Care Products
Dog Food and Cat Food
