The Elkhart Public Library is taking a different approach to late fees.

Through Saturday, all branches of the library are accepting donations of non-perishable food or toiletry donations in exchange of a reduction for late fees.

Each food item donated is worth 50 cents off the late fee, with toiletries worth a dollar.

All of the items donated will go to the Church Community Services food pantry in Elkhart. The pantry is specifically asking for:

• Low sodium, hearty soups and stews
• Low sodium canned vegetables
• Low sugar canned fruit
• Whole grain pasta and rice
• Whole grain cereal
• Peanut butter
• Personal care items: soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes
• Baby items: diapers, baby food