M25 Food Collection

M25 is a food collection ministry created by Essex Alliance Church to partner with our food shelves in feeding the hungry in our region. It was designed not only to be the “arms, hands, and feet” of Jesus in action, but to do so together in the church family.

Our next food collection will be December 7th, 2025.
• EAC Campus Collection Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- Address: 37 Old Stage Rd. Essex Junction
• NAAC Campus Collection Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Address: 901 North Ave, Burlington

EAC Campus Shopping List:
Veg/olive oils
Pasta sauce
Evaporated & powdered milk
Ritz crackers
Vegetarian items
Gluten free items
Wet cat/dog food
Shampoo/conditioner
Baby shampoo
Body wash
Toothpaste/toothbrushes
Deodorant
Tampons
Cleaning products (small bottles)
Dish detergent (small bottles)
Laundry detergent sheets (not dryer sheets)

*Smaller bottles of any item helps them serve more clients*

North Ave Campus Shopping List:
Canned proteins (tuna, chicken)
Flour
Sugar
Beans
Peanut butter
Pasta & sauce
Rice
Cereal
Oatmeal
Cooking oil
Diapers (sizes 3-5T, pull-ups)
Baby wipes
Toothbrushes/toothpaste
Floss
Shampoo/body wash (fragrance free)
Feminine hygiene products.

Please avoid donating:

• Perishable or opened items.
• Glass jars (please use plastic containers instead)
• Home-canned goods
• Expired items

How to Participate in M25
On the first Sunday of every month, Essex Alliance Church and North Avenue Alliance Church collect the monthly needed items from the current list above. To participate:

• Pick up a collection bag anytime before the designated Sunday from the Information Desk at either campus (or, feel free to drop off your own bag! Just note that it may not be returned).
• On collection day, bring your items with you to church. You’ll be directed where to drop them off—just ask at the Info Desk if you’re unsure where to go.

M25 Food Collection Ministry
Essex Alliance has partnered with the VT Food Bank, Williston Food Shelf, and other care initiatives to help meet the needs around us. Currently, we are partnering with “Aunt Dot’s Place,” located in Essex and the "North End Food Pantry" located in Burlington.

About Aunt Dot’s Place & North End Food Pantry
Aunt Dot’s Place (Essex, VT) and the North End Food Pantry (Burlington, VT) are trusted local resources where individuals and families can access essential items like food and personal care products—all with the assurance of being treated with dignity and respect.

• If you or someone you know is in need of support, you can contact Aunt Dot’s Place here and North End Food Pantry here.
• To learn more about their missions, visit Aunt Dot’s website and North End Food Pantry’s website.
• Interested in helping? Explore volunteer opportunities at Aunt Dot’s Place here and at the North End Food Pantry here.