EC Athletic Department Hosting Winter Food Drive

Donate a non-perishable food item at any EC athletic event and receive a free bag of popcorn.

(St. Leon, Ind.) – The East Central High School Athletic Department is gathering donations to support local food pantries.

The Winter Food Drive begins on Monday, January 15 and runs through Friday, January 26.

Donate any of the following non-perishable food items at any of EC’s home athletic events and receive a free bag of popcorn.

  • Baking mixes: cake, cookie, brownie
  • Icing
  • Canned Carrots
  • Jelly
  • Peanut Butter
  • Pasta
  • Coffee
  • Baked Beans
  • Oatmeal, Oatmeal Packets
  • Granola Bars, Fruit Snacks, Small Bagged Snacks
  • Ravioli
  • BBQ Sauce
  • Toilet Paper, Paper Towels
  • Feminine Products, Hygiene Products
  • Shampoo, Conditioner
  • Razors, Shaving Cream
  • All Purpose Cleaner
  • Gloves, Mittens (adult/child size) – No infant sizes

All donations will benefit the East Central and North Dearborn Food Pantries.

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