WHO

Anyone can donate items or organize a local drive: faith communities, schools, businesses, neighborhood associations, clubs, community partners… and you!

WHAT

A month-long food drive focused on noodles! The goal is to collect:

• Thousands of pounds of noodles
• Thousands of pounds of cans of pasta sauce (no glass, please)

WHEN

The entire month of February. Drop off donations February 1-28, 2026.

WHERE

Northwest Office & Food Bank, 2820 W. Ina Rd
Mon-Thur, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fri – Sat 8-11 a.m.

Eastside Food Drop-off, 8701 E. Old Spanish Trail
Contact Brandon Miller to schedule a drop-off at this location (520) 244-3180.

SHOP AND DELIVER WITH AMAZON

One-click shop and donate option: Shop using our Amazon Lotsa Pasta Wishlist! Easily add items into your cart and then select the Front Office Coordinator Address to have your pasta donation mailed straight to ICS!

WHY

A simple pasta dinner goes a long way at ICS food banks—budget-friendly, shelf-stable, and a meal most kids love, all for under $5 to feed a family of four.

In Praise of Pasta

Pasta is a staple food in ICS food banks. Here’s why:

• Loved by everyone: A comfort food enjoyed by all ages—even picky kids—so it’s sure to be used and appreciated.

• Shelf-stable: No refrigeration needed, making it easy to store and perfect for families with limited resources.

• Simple to cook: Requires minimal cooking experience, just a pot and water—ideal for households with few kitchen tools.

• Nutritious and energizing: Provides carbohydrates for energy along with fiber and essential nutrients.

• Feeds a family affordably: A bag of noodles with a can of sauce can create a filling meal for a family of four for under $5.