Why We Prefer Cash Donations

Cash and Checks Are Accepted Year Round (make checks out to Project Salina and send to PO Box 2861, Salina KS 67402-2861)

Cash and Checks Are Accepted Year Round (make checks out to Project Salina and send to PO Box 2861, Salina KS 67402-2861).

Project Salina Board members identified a more effective way to support our partner agencies—by focusing on cash donations rather than collecting and moving food products. Monetary donations allow us to respond more quickly and precisely to each agency’s needs, right when those needs arise. When an agency is running low on specific items, they let us know and we purchase exactly what is needed.

Cash donations also make it possible for agencies to provide fresh and perishable foods, helping ensure clients receive nutritious, high-quality options. During times of crisis or sudden increases in demand, having funds readily available allows for a faster, more flexible response.

Because Project Salina is a tax-exempt organization, every donated dollar goes further. We purchase food in bulk and maximize buying power to stretch each contribution as far as possible.

Damaged products can not be used and have to be thrown away.

Why cash works better:

  • Monetary donations allow us to adapt to changing agency needs throughout the year, ensuring a consistent food supply.

  • Year-round purchasing helps manage expiration dates so food is used efficiently and not wasted.

  • Cash allows agencies to access fresh and perishable foods, improving nutritional options for clients.

  • Eliminating large-scale food storage reduces the need for warehouse space and volunteer labor.

  • Cash donations avoid damage and contamination that can occur during multiple transportation and storage stages.

  • Agencies are not burdened with storing large quantities of food delivered all at once, which can strain limited space.

For these reasons, cash donations provide the greatest benefit to our partner agencies and the people they serve.

Please make all checks payable to Project Salina.

 

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