Holiday Food Drive Underway Across Muscogee Reservation
OKMULGEE, OK. – MCN Health, in partnership with the Muscogee Nation and the College of the Muscogee Nation (CMN) Extension, is hosting a Holiday Food Drive December 1–15 to help support families in need throughout the Muscogee Reservation, with a goal of serving 300 Native families this holiday season.
Donation Locations
Collection boxes are available at:
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All MCN Health locations
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Solomon McCombs Building
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The College of Muscogee Nation
Food Items Needed Most
While all canned and non-perishable items are welcomed, the following items are especially needed and can help families build complete, healthy meals:
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Canned beans
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Nuts and seeds
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Canned tomatoes and tomato sauce
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Granola bars
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Peanut/almond butter
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Canned fruits (100% juice)
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Canned fish (tuna/salmon)
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Lentils and peas
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No-salt-added vegetables
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High-fiber, low-sugar cereals
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Applesauce
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Dried beans and dried fruits
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Crackers and jerky
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Oats
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Soup
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Quinoa and whole grain pasta
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Brown or wild rice
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Instant mashed potatoes
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Powdered eggs
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Cream of wheat
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Shelf-stable milk or milk substitutes
Donations collected through December 15 will be distributed to eligible Native families throughout the Muscogee Reservation.
Individuals wishing to donate may do so during regular business hours at any participating location.
For additional information, please contact:
Chris Azbell, Extension Coordinator
CMN Extension
cazbell@cmn.edu | 918.549.2861
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