What to Donate

• Pies & Cakes (non-perishable only; no cream, custard, mousse, or anything requiring refrigeration)

• Cookies & Pastries (sturdy items that hold well at room temperature)

• Special-Diet Options: a few No-Sugar, Low Sugar, Gluten-Free, and Vegan items are appreciated

• Fresh Bananas for guests with dietary needs

Please avoid: icings/fillings that require refrigeration, raw-egg frostings, whipped cream, and items with alcohol.

Homemade Food Rules

Homemade donations are welcome within food-safety guidelines.
Please review our Home-Prepared Food Guidelines before baking.

Label every item with:

• Item name (e.g., “Oatmeal Raisin Cookies”)

• Allergen notes (e.g., contains: wheat, eggs, dairy, nuts)

• Special-diet tags if applicable (Gluten-Free, Vegan, No-Sugar, Low Sugar)

Packaging tips: wrap securely, use disposable trays, and avoid glass if possible.

How to Confirm Your Donation

Please email xmasbakedgoods@potluckinthepark.org with:

• Your name/organization

• What you’ll bring (type of item)

• Estimated quantity (e.g., number of pies, dozens of cookies)

• Any special-diet items you plan to provide

(Baked-goods donations are not handled through Hands On—email only, please.)

Delivery Details

When: December 24 (Christmas Eve), 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: Portland Art Museum – Fred & Suzanne Fields Ballroom
1119 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR

Please deliver the day before Christmas to reduce day-of congestion. Follow on-site signage to the Christmas Dinner drop-off area; volunteers will receive and sort your items.

Thank You

Your treats help make the day feel festive, welcoming, and full of care.
Because of you, our guests enjoy not only a hearty meal—but a sweet holiday moment, too.