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Volunteers Packing Food

Food Pantry

Food Pantry
Food Pantry
Food Pantry
Food Pantry

The food pantry was created in memory of Michael Zippel Jr., a CODI consumer,

who loved the local Food Bank of South Jersey where he volunteered when he wasn't working at CODI.

In memory of Michael, his parents, Michael Sr. and Theresa founded the food pantry.

Their goal was to meet food challenges often faced by individuals with

disabilities and disadvantages with limited incomes.

Michael Zippel's parents,
Theresa and Michael.

Michael Zippel Jr.

MONTHLY WINNER'S GROUP

A group of dedicated volunteers operates CODI's Food Pantry.

The pantry augments the essential needs of consumers living independently throughout the community.

CODI's Food Pantry

A group of dedicated volunteers operates CODI's Food Pantry.

The pantry augments the essential needs of consumers living independently throughout the community.

CODI provides essential items to adults living in group homes and their own apartments.
We aim to offer items that support dignity, independence, and daily living.

👉 Please donate items that are clean, in good condition, and ready to use.

Clothing (clean & gently used)                                            Hygiene (NEW ONLY)

Everyday clothing (adult sizes M–3XL)                                 Soap, shampoo, deodorant

Coats, seasonal items                                                           Toothpaste & toothbrushes

Shoes (good condition)                                                         Feminine pads or Depends

NEW ONLY: underwear & socks                                            Razors, lotion 

Household Items                                                                    Food & Extras

Towels, bedding (twin/full)                                                     Non-perishable food

Blankets                                                                                  Shelf-stable milk, and snacks

Laundry detergent & cleaning supplies                                   Basic kitchen items

Toilet Paper

Cleaning Supplies

🚫 We are unable to accept

  • Dirty, stained, torn, or heavily worn items

  • Used undergarments or opened hygiene items

  • Expired or opened food

  • Items needing repair, cleaning, or sorting

  • Leftover yard sale items or bulk miscellaneous donations

  • Furniture or large items (unless pre-approved)

  • Electronics (unless requested)

  • Toys/stuffed animals (unless new)

  • Medical supplies or medications

  • Items with strong odors (smoke, mildew)

  • Clothing hangers

Thank you for supporting CODI 💙

Career Opportunity Development, Inc (CODI)

901 Atlantic Avenue Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215

Phone (609) 965-6871

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