Who will take home the title of Community Champion?

Start collecting non-perishable food donations now! Every 10 donated items earns your team 1 bonus tournament point (up to 3 bonus points), and the team that brings the most donations will receive special recognition as our Community Champion.

Challenge your coworkers, family, friends, or neighbors to help fill a box before tournament day!

Every donation helps stock the shelves at nearby food pantries and supports local families experiencing food insecurity.

Donation Idea List

Proteins

• Peanut butter
• Almond butter
• Canned tuna
• Canned chicken
• Canned salmon
• Canned ham
• Spam
• Canned chili
• Black beans
• Kidney beans
• Pinto beans
• Chickpeas
• Lentils

Grains & Starches

• Rice
• Instant rice
• Gluten-free pasta
• Regular pasta
• Mac & cheese
• Instant potatoes
• Stuffing mix
• Ramen
• Oatmeal
• Cereal

Canned Fruits

• Applesauce
• Fruit cups
• Peaches
• Pears
• Pineapple
• Mandarin oranges
• Mixed fruit
• Raisins

Canned Vegetables

• Green beans
• Corn
• Peas
• Carrots
• Mixed vegetables
• Tomatoes
• Potatoes
• Spinach

Canned/Boxed Soups & Meals

• Chicken noodle soup
• Tomato soup
• Vegetable soup
• Beef stew
• Chili
• Pasta meals
• Rice meals

Baking & Pantry Staples

• Flour
• Sugar
• Brown sugar
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cooking oil
• Vinegar
• Pancake mix
• Syrup
• Baking mixes

Beverages

• Shelf-stable milk
• Coffee
• Tea
• Hot cocoa
• Juice boxes

Snacks

• Crackers
• Granola bars
• Pretzels
• Popcorn
• Trail mix
• Graham crackers

Condiments

• Jelly
• Ketchup
• Mustard
• Mayonnaise
• Salad dressing
• Taco seasoning
• Gravy mix

If you’re a local business, organization, or community member interested in donating, sponsoring, contributing a raffle item, or getting involved with our North Hills Cares Cornhole Classic on 8/23, send us a direct message on Instagram or Facebook! We’ll connect you with North Hills Cares Committee Members Erin Anderson and Meghan Swartz to discuss how you can help make a difference in our community. 🧡🩵💙💚

REGISTER BELOW!

Important Information!

• ALL kids 18 AND UNDER* are eligible, including preschoolers(*under 14 MUST be accompanied by an adult) 
• Lunch MUST be consumed ON-SITE
• Each child is permitted to TAKE HOME ONE ITEM from their plate that does not require refrigeration
• Optional “UNDER 6 PORTIONS” will be available for our youngest lunch kids

PRIMARY SERVICE SITE

North Hills United Presb Church
100 Bellevue Avenue
Pgh, PA 15229                                                                         

• A mix of hot and cold lunches
• Fresh fruit and vegetables every day
• New menu items
• Pizza on Fridays
• In-person activities during lunch
• Book nook and weekly story time, with visits from Therapy Dogs

ALTERNATE SERVICE SITES:  In the event of extreme weather or other circumstances, Lunch Service may be temporarily relocated to Ridgewood Church or the West View HUB.

The Summer Internship Program is a non-paid program that offers students 16 years of age and older who are enrolled in high school or an accredited academic institution, the opportunity to learn about the NHC Summer Lunch Program and gain valuable on-the-job work experience in the Nonprofit Sector.  The program offers flexible work schedules, connection to the North Hills community, skills development through on-the-job training and community service hours.

Applications due May 1, 2026!