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frequently asked questions

    • Non-perishable foods

    • Canned goods

    • Non-alcoholic beverages

    • Frozen meats

    • Cured meats

    • Pasteurized dairy

    • Eggs

    • Bread

    • Produce (bagged or boxed please!)

    • Sealed packaged foods

    • Individually packaged meals from licensed food facilities (date and label please!)

      All perishables should be placed in the fridge or freezer.

    • Alcohol

    • Opened items

    • Half-eaten leftovers

    • Expired items

    • Large trays of foods w/o individual portioning

    • Undated or unlabeled prepared food

    • Home-prepared food

  • The fridges welcome new and unopened:

    • Personal hygiene products

    • Paper products

    • Basic cleaning supplies

    • Narcan

    The fridges DO NOT accept:

    • Non-Narcan medicine

    • Clothing

    • Furniture

    • Household goods

    • Open or used hygiene items

  • Absolutely—the fridges are open 24/7 for anyone to drop off or pick up food or personal care items.

  • Please use the “check-in” page on this website or the printed request documents posted at most fridges.

  • Yes, in many cases we can reimburse for shopping for the fridges or purchasing packaging supplies for food rescue. Please email info@evanstoncommunityfridges.com or use our “contact us” form on this site to get more details.