The food portion of the Hope Bag is essentially a non-perishable meal of pop-top cans, and covers the bodily needs of those less fortunate, providing them with sustenance. It is recommended that the meal portion of the Hope Bag include:

1. Plastic knife, fork, and spoon (or picnic pack)

2. One bottle of water or fruit juice (12-16 ounces)

3. Two cans of vegetables (8 ounces, with pull-top lids)

4. One can of fruit (8 ounces, with pull-top lid)

5. One can of meat, such as a small Spam, chicken, or tuna (with pull-top lid)

6. Several hard candies or gum