The Community Led Fridge Program
Elroy - Del Valle Libraries - Community Fridge
Our first fridge is located at the back of the Elroy Library, underneath the pavilion.
Address:
DV Libraries - Elroy
13512 FM812,
Del Valle, TX 78617
Email:
What CAN be donated
You can drop off donated items at the fridge anytime without needing to contact us. However, please keep things tidy and clean up any messes you see or make (see fridge rules).
Sealed Packaged goods
Fresh Produce (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers)
Canned Items
Bread
Dairy products (milk, cheese, eggs)
Pantry items (Cereal, granola bars, peanut butter)
Juices
Non-alcoholic beverages
Sweets, Deserts
Lunch Meats (store bought only, in sealed package with original use by date)
HOME-PREPPED FOOD
If you would like to prep food for the community fridge, please adhere to the following guidelines:
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MEALS MUST BE IN SEALED CONTAINERS
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INGREDIENTS MUST BE CLEARLY LABELED AND EASY TO READ
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MUST INCLUDE A PREPARED-ON DATE​
Please note that any meals not picked up within seven days will be discarded. Additionally, any homemade foods that do not comply with these guidelines will be disposed of immediately.
RESTAURANT DONATIONS
Any food donated from a local restaurant should be sealed and accompanied by a purchased or prepared-on date. Any restaurant prepared food will be discarded after 7 days.
OTHER DONATIONS ACCEPTED
Other than food, we also accept donations of the following:
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Pet food
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Diapers & wipes (closed boxes or packages only)
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Menstrual hygiene products
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PPE
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Handwarmers
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Toiletries
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First-aid products
What CANNOT be donated
Half-eaten leftovers
Leftovers from home
Any food in a broken or unsealed container or package
Expired foods
Alcohol
Anything you would not feed your family
Fridge Rules/Etiquette
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Ensure your hands are clean when handling food.
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Avoid unnecessary contact with food items to prevent contamination.
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If you notice food has gone bad or packaging has been compromised, please throw it away.
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Check use-by dates on food products before taking.
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Do not consume prepared food 7 days after bringing it home.
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Please put new donations towards the back of the shelves so that food gets eaten in the order it is donated.
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If you notice or cause a spill, please clean up.
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If you notice the fridge needs maintenance or is above 41 degrees Fahrenheit (not cooling), please get in touch via email at contact@atxdvcc.org or admin@atxdvcc.org
This community fridge is ran on donations and community support. Help us continue to make this project sustainable. Your donation provides funds for additional purchases of fridge related food items.
The fridge is available to the public 24/7.
Please be mindful of others and take only what you need.
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*Please be wary of your surroundings, living in an unincorporated area means more wildlife, enter with caution and report any dangerous critters to the library immediately!*
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