MISSION OF DESK:

The mission of the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) is to provide free nutritious meals for homeless individuals and families, and the working and non-working poor of the Greater New Haven area. To this end, DESK provides hot evening meals, bag lunches, weekly food pantry bags, and an emergency food bank for people in crisis.

On October 20th, we're asking all zombie participants to bring non-perishable food items to Bottega Lounge to benefit the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen. A successful food drive will help nourish New Haven's needy into the cold, winter months and ensures a bigger and better event in subsequent years.

Please collect some of the following items before arriving at Bottega Lounge, October 20th, at 8PM. Volunteers will be on hand to collect your donations and box them up for transport to the DESK facility.

Food Items most needed:
• Tuna & Other Canned Meat
• Peanut Butter
• Chunky Soups & Beef Stew
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Spaghetti & Sauce
• Rice, and Dry & Canned Beans
• Canned Vegetables & Fruits
• Powdered Milk
• 100% Fruit Juice (Cans, Bottles, Boxes)
• "Sugar Free," "Low Sodium," & "No Salt"

Personal Care Items most needed:
• Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes
• Diapers, Detergent, Deodorant
• Shaving Cream, Razors, Hairbrushes

PLEASE! No fresh fruits or vegetables. Non-perishable items only.

If you have any question or concerns, please contact ctzombiefest@gmail.com