PITTSBURGH — Enjoy a free day at the zoo while helping others across southwestern Pennsylvania at the same time.
The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, along with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, are hosting its annual Donation Day on Monday, Dec. 30.
Visitors who donate non-perishable items, such as canned goods and dry goods will receive free daytime admission.
Donations will be collected in the parking lot during the day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The free admission does not include additional daytime paid programming or Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience.
Items must be non-perishable, shelf-stable and not past their expiration dates. No glass items will be accepted.
Items most needed by the Food Bank include:
- Canned fruits packed in 100% juice
- Low sodium/ no salt added canned vegetables
- Low sodium/ no salt added canned beans and soup
- Canned tuna or chicken packed in water
- Whole-grain cereal, oats, and pasta
- Peanut butter
- Paper products
- Household items
- Hygiene items
- Items for infants and children
- Items for seniors
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