Prepper’s New Year's Resolution

With 2025 just around the corner, it's a great time to reflect and plan ahead. Setting a Prepper’s Resolution could be the key to ensuring you’re ready for the challenges of the new year. Preparedness isn't just a gift for you—it’s something that benefits your entire family.

If you’re not sure where to start, PackFreshUSA has tools like our Food-Storage Calculator to help you assess your needs. It will guide you in determining the right amount of food storage based on your family size and specific goals.

Step 1: Make Your Plan

• How many people are in your plan?
• How many months are you planning for?

Once you answer these questions, you’ll have a clear starting point for planning your preparedness goals for 2025.

Let’s kick off the year by getting your preps in order. Last year, I began a series on “What to Store for One Person for One Year,” which can help you get started. This new plan is based on a three-month supply. If you have a family of four, you can simply multiply the plan for one person by four to create a three-month supply for each family member. I like using the 7 Mil Mylar Box Set | PackFreshUSA is perfect for this type of storage. It comes in a variety of sizes.

January - Grains

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Since grains make up the largest portion of food storage, they’re a great place to start. To make your goals more achievable and cost-effective, aim to add 20–25 pounds of grains per person each month. If your budget allows, you can purchase more. Bulk buying and seasonal purchases can help you save money. For one person, you'll need 300 lbs. of grains for one year, or 75 lbs. for three months. For a family of four, you'll need 300 lbs. to get your families three months' supply.

GRAINS (75 lbs.)

37.5 lbs - wheat

6.25 lbs. - flour

6.25 lbs. - pasta

6.25 lbs. - cornmeal

6.25 lbs. - oats

12.5 lbs. - rice

February - Water Storage & More Grains

(1 Person, 3 Months)

It’s essential to have enough water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. Having your own bleach to purify, canisters to store come in a variety of sizes. Store bought and filters like Life-straws, Alexa Pure or Burkey are great options to add to for water filtration. 

Continue adding grains as you’re able and focus on increasing your water storage during this month.

March - Legumes (1 Person, 3 Months)

Legumes are an excellent source of protein, making them an essential part of your food storage. You can easily put all the variety of legumes up and put some more grains away as well. I would just round up the weight to an even about.

LEGUMES (15 lbs.)

• 7.5 lbs. - Dry Beans
• 1.25 lbs. - Lima Beans
• 2.5 lbs. - Soy Beans
• 1.25 lbs. - Split Peas
• 1.25 lbs. - Lentils
• 1.25 lbs. - Dry Soup Mix

April - Sugars 

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Sugars are key for cooking and preserving. Stocking up on various types will ensure you have what you need throughout your 3-month supply.

SUGAR (15 POUNDS)

.75 lbs. - honey

10 lbs. - sugar

.75 lbs. - brown sugar

.25 lbs. - molasses

.75 lbs. - corn syrup

.75 lbs. - jams

1.75 lbs. - fruit drink mix

.25 lbs. flavored gelatin

May - Cooking Essentials 

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Basic cooking essentials are often overlooked but are crucial for food prep. These items will help you bake, cook, and season your food.

COOKING ESSENTIAL

1 lbs - shortening

.5 gal. - vegetable oils

.5 qts. - mayonnaise

.25 qts. - salad dressing

1 lbs. peanut butter

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June - Fats & Oils

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Fats and oils are essential for cooking and food preservation. Stock up on a variety of oils to ensure you have what you need for different recipes.

FATS & OILS

1 lbs - shortening

.5 gal. - vegetable oils

.5 qts. - mayonnaise

.25 qts. - salad dressing

1 lbs. peanut butter

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July - Milk & Dairy 

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Stock up on dairy products to ensure you have access to essential nutrients. Choose long-lasting options like powdered and evaporated milk.

MILK (18.75 POUNDS)

15 lbs. - dry milk 

3 cans - evaporated milk

3.25 lbs. - other dairy

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August - Vegetables 

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Vegetables provide important vitamins and nutrients. Aim to have a variety of types to ensure balanced nutrition.

VEGETABLES (46.25 POUNDS)

7.5 lbs. - corn

7.5 lbs. - peas

7.5 lbs. - green beans

7.5 lbs. - carrots

10 lbs. - potatoes

1.25 lbs. - onions

5 lbs. - tomatoes

September - Fruits 

(1 Person, 3 Months)

Fruits are important for adding flavor and variety to your food storage. Aim for a mix of dried and canned options.

FRUITS (46.25 POUNDS)

10 lbs. - apples

10 lbs. - applesauce

7.5 lbs. - banana chips

8.75 lbs. - fruit mix

10 lbs. - fruit juice

October - Emergency Supplies

This month, focus on adding essential non-food items to your stockpile. Include a 

• first-aid kit

emergency cooking supplies

heat source

power loss supplies

and anything you might need in case of power loss.

November - Finish Food Storage

Take this month to complete any remaining food groups or supplies that need to be added to your stockpile.

December - Review & Replenish

By December, review your progress for the year and replenish any items that may be running low. You’ll also want to start planning for the next year’s preparedness goals.

Let’s make 2025 the year you’re truly prepared!

Have a great new year!

Ola D Griffin

Long-term Food Storage Expert

Customer Service, Safeguard Brands, Inc. dba PackFreshUSA

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