<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Hope in a Basket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nourishing Hope for the Homeless]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:11:23 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.hopeinabasket.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to Preserve Canned Food Safely and Effectively]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canned food lasts only when the can and storage conditions stay safe. Check every can before storing. Skip cans that are bulging, leaking, badly rusted, or deeply dented. Start with cans that are clean, sealed, and undamaged. Store cans in a cool, dry place Keep unopened cans in a pantry between 50°F and 70°F when possible. Avoid garages, sheds, damp basements, and areas near heat, moisture, or sunlight. Cool, dry storage helps canned food keep its quality. Rotate and protect your supply Use...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/how-to-preserve-canned-food-safely-and-effectively</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa82ea0f688f98da0f2f015</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:30:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_c1e047353afa44e79234491578a71734~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sean Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[$20 Budget Food List to Feed a Family of 4 for a Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feeding four people on $20 is tight, but it can work if the meals are simple, filling, and built around canned foods, rice, oats, and pasta. This one-day plan uses low-cost staples and gives everyone breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a small snack. Prices vary by store and location, so treat this as a flexible guide. Store brands, discount grocers, and dollar stores usually make this easier. A simple shelf-stable food plan starts with cans, rice, oats, and pasta. The $20 canned food grocery list...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/20-budget-food-list-to-feed-a-family-of-4-for-a-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8e6321b23c95114c726372</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:53:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_c56e18c1ca64484a832bd14f319d4922~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Pantry Wish List]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wish list from Friends in deeds!]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/untitled</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8db6eeaf72f299a54db228</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:31:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_2aacd2e9a5a1408fac4f79f910d32a3a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Donate Peanut Butter to Support a Homeless Shelter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A jar of peanut butter may look small on a pantry shelf, but at a homeless shelter, it can help stretch meals, fill snack bags, and offer quick nourishment when the kitchen is busy or supplies run low. Shelters often need foods that are shelf-stable, familiar, easy to serve, and useful in many situations. Peanut butter checks those boxes. It can go into sandwiches, breakfast bags, after-school snacks for children, and emergency food kits for people leaving the shelter for work, appointments,...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/peanut-butter-needed-to-support-low-income-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a8cafae4e2692b2870d1d65</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:55:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_ff1030cceb8643baa4c2d4a1a64329ff~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Donate Canned Food to a Homeless Shelter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A can of soup seems simple, but in the right place, at the right time, it can become dinner for someone who had no sure meal planned. Homeless shelters often rely on community donations to fill gaps between food deliveries, grant cycles, and busy seasons. Canned food helps because it lasts, stores well, and can be used in many kinds of meals. Still, not every can is useful. Some shelters cook meals in large kitchens. Others hand out pantry bags. Some serve families, older adults, or people...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/how-to-donate-canned-food-to-a-homeless-shelter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85ff540c4e421263847965</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:09:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_4b9a7049e1564dbeb45da96a68541279~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Introducing Friends in Deed: A Supportive Community Making a Difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Help often starts quietly. A neighbor checks in. Someone prepares an extra meal. A volunteer gives a ride, sorts donations, listens without rushing, or shows up when a family does not know where to turn next. That is the spirit behind Friends in Deed: a supportive community built around practical kindness. The name says something simple and lasting. Friendship becomes real when it turns into action. Deeds matter because they meet people in the middle of everyday life, where needs can feel...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/introducing-friends-in-deed-a-supportive-community-making-a-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85fe4a0c4e421263847774</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:05:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_50a7112d1a9c49009ddff464fa1d5a06~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Join Us: Support Pasadena’s Homeless with Non-Perishables]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the heart of Pasadena, a pressing issue continues to affect our community: homelessness. As the number of individuals and families facing food insecurity rises, the need for support has never been more critical. One effective way to make a difference is by donating non-perishable food items. This blog post will explore the impact of your contributions, how to get involved, and the importance of community support in addressing homelessness. Eye-level view of a donation box filled with...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/join-us-support-pasadena-s-homeless-with-non-perishables</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fab9a3e0c16484ff9ba0f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:42:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_157596403de2412bb636b360f47df078~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donate Today: Help Deliver 100 Baskets of Hope]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world where many face daily struggles, the act of giving can create ripples of change. This holiday season, we invite you to be part of something truly impactful. Our goal is to deliver 100 Baskets of Hope to families in need, and we need your help to make it happen. Each basket is filled with essential items, nourishing food, and a touch of love, ensuring that those who receive them feel supported and cared for. Understanding the Need Every year, countless families face hardships that...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/donate-today-help-deliver-100-baskets-of-hope</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fab97bca6fdcb434e049b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:41:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_c781424a4e7c40e3ab33142effcdec78~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Impact Stories: Your Contributions to the Food Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food insecurity is a pressing issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Every year, communities come together to support food drives, aiming to alleviate hunger and provide essential nourishment to those in need. Your contributions to these food drives have a profound impact, not only on the individuals receiving the food but also on the community as a whole. In this blog post, we will explore the stories behind your contributions, the difference they make, and how you can continue to...]]></description><link>https://www.hopeinabasket.com/post/impact-stories-your-contributions-to-the-food-drive</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6fab94bca6fdcb434e0493</guid><pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:41:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/be0537_c43e3983b3004cbea9b28608e2420481~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emma Cheng</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>