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DONATE FOOD & OTHER ITEMS


The food pantry of Lutheran Social Services of Nevada relies heavily on food donations to fill our inventory and allow us to distribute as much needed food to struggling Nevadans as possible. The community's generous donations enable us to meet the growing need for nutritious perishable and non-perishable foods.

Please note that Derrick Felder is the contact for food pick-up scheduling. He can be reached at derrick@lssnv.org or 702-639-1730, ext. 16.

As the "chilly" weather begins, our January theme is "Comfort Foods of Winter". Suggested items include canned chilis, soups, and stews, along with cornbread and muffin mixes.

Sharing the love of St. Valentine, our congregational monthly food donationtheme for February is "Gifts from the Heart." Suggested food items for the month are boxed foods, such as mashed potatoes, rice, stuffing, macaroni & cheese, Jell-O & pudding mixes, cereals, instant soups, and Hamburger or Tuna Helper.

Looking forward to St. Patrick's Day, our theme for March will be "The I(s) of March", focusing on Italian and Irish dishes. Suggested food items will include potatoes (fresh, boxed, or canned), corned beef, canned hash, mixed veggies, canned carrots, and any non-perishable Italian food items (such as pasta, sauce, Italian green beans, and cannelini beans).

Dear Friends in Christ,

LSSN's move is proceeding according to schedule, and as of September 12th, we look forward to serving and caring for those in need at our new location at 73 Spectrum Blvd.

As we settle into the new building, we are hoping once again for your help. There are a number of items that we currently have on our "wish list" to not only make our new home functional, but also showcasing the dignity that we take so seriously at LSSN.

As such, we are looking for donations of the following items. Should you be able to help, please contact Tom Maatta at Thomas@lssnv.org or 702-807-5707.

For our new conference room/client computer lab/resource and teaching center:

  • 2 white boards
  • 35 office type chairs-to be used for conference tables and computer work stations
  • 2-4 standing decorative plants (artificial would be preferred)
  • 2-3 motivational posters
  • A nice sofa set
  • A TV to be used for training purposes (flat screen preferred)
  • Bookcase
  • A workstation for one of our staff member: office desk and office chair

For LSSN's staff break room:

  • A dining set (tables with chairs)
  • Microwave
  • Toaster-Oven
  • Decorative Pictures/Photos/Posters for small walls
  • Decorative plants
  • General nice decorations

For our client waiting room:

  • 40 lobby chairs (preferably matching)
  • Pictures for the wall
  • A decorative standing plant and bookcase

For the "children's corner" in our client waiting room:

  • Toys
  • Pictures
  • Books
  • Coloring books

For the Food Pantry:

  • Home Depot or Lowe's gift cards for LSSN to purchase paint and needed equipment

For our staff offices:

  • 1 large conference room table
  • Cubicles set up for 6 staff members, including the cubicle dividers, desks, and office chairs
  • 10 filing cabinets with keys - these cabinets must be able to lock, as they store sensitive information.

As a part of our expansion, LSSN plans to partner with an existing Mental Health provider to offer those services in the new building. To furnish that section, we are hoping for:

  • 2 sofa sets
  • 2 desks
  • 12 chairs
  • 3 bookcases
  • A medium size conference table
  • 3 plants
  • Decorative pictures and posters

Finally, LSSN hopes to use part of our new space to provide an additional service for our Supportive Housing Program clients. Named "Dress for Success", we are hoping to start a small clothing closet offering appropriate attire for job interview purposes for both men and women.

To begin, we will need the following:

  • 5-7 clothing racks
  • 1 - 2 large mirrors for the changing room.
  • Appropriate dividers/curtains for the changing room.
  • Good quality items of clothing appropriate for job interview purposes, for both men and women.
  • Shelves

Again, we thank you for your generosity and for your thoughtfulness. All of us at LSSN look forward to welcoming you to our new home... once we get through the growing pains.

May God bless you all.

Yours in Christ,

Armena Mnatsakanyan, Executive Director
MOST NEEDED FOOD ITEMS

Protein Group
  • Canned Meat (ham, meat spread, beef stew, chicken, hash)
  • Canned Fish
  • Canned Nuts
  • Peanut Butter
  • Macaroni & Cheese
  • Dry Beans


  • Milk Products
  • Evaporated Milk
  • Powdered Milk


  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Canned Fruits
  • Canned Vegetables
  • Canned Soup
  • Canned Spaghetti Sauce
  • Dried Fruits (raisins, apricots, prunes)


  • Breads and Cereal
  • Cake Mixes
  • Bisquick
  • Muffin Mix
  • Cornbread Mix
  • Oatmeal
  • Rice
  • Rice Cakes
  • Pasta


  • Other Needed Items
  • Crackers, Granola Bars, Cheese and Cracker Packages
  • Jelly
  • Coffee
  • Olive Oil
  • Baby Products (diapers, baby wipes, powder, lotion)
  • Pet Food


  • Household Supplies
  • Dish Soap
  • Laundry Detergent
  • Cleaning Supplies


  • Paper Products
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • Facila Tissue
  • Napkins


  • Health and Beauty Aids
  • Toothpaste and Brushes
  • Shampoo
  • Bar Soap


  • Clothing
  • Gently used clothing items


  • Please do not donate home-canned foods, glass containers, opened or unsealed packages, outdated baby food, formula, or bulging or severely dented cans.

    Please watch for expiration dates. The "use by" or "best if sold by" date should not be over six months old.
    FOOD DROP OFF LOCATION

    We request, if at all possible, your help by using your own resources to collect and deliver your food to the food pantry. Please know that we would graciously appreciate your efforts to deliver food.

    We are located at 73 Spectrum Boulevard. The food pantry is open from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The pantry is closed on Tuesdays.


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