Support a Grey County Food Bank

Originally posted by greycountyhomes.com on December 3, 2022. New links for 20024.

It’s that time of year again – many of us are starting to think about Christmas and preparations are well under way. Some local residents are starting to think about other things. How will they afford both gifts for their family members and enough food to feed everyone? Especially in recent years, the demand at food banks has risen to levels that should have us all concerned. Christmas is the perfect time of year for each of us to recognize this growing need within our communities and to do what we can to make sure that need is met. Why not let the Christmas spirit inspire you to make a difference in your community?  Please consider supporting a local food bank this Christmas by making a donation – or getting involved in another capacity – with one or more of these amazing programs!

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Flesherton Community Food Bank

The Flesherton and Community Food Bank provides good to local families in need at Christmas and throughout the year. The FCFB does not receive government funding and is staffed entirely by volunteers. Needs have increased in recent years so donations and new volunteers are always welcomed!  Donations of food, money, clothing or linens are welcomed and can be dropped off during food bank hours (2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 9:30am-12noon). Tax receipts available. If you’d like to get involved, make a donation or look into receiving services, contact Debbra MacDonald at 519-806-5577 or debbrac3@gmail.com

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Flesherton Love Committee Hampers

The Flesherton Love Committee provides Christmas baskets to local families in need of some extra support during the holidays.  These baskets include a full turkey dinner,  toys for children up to age 12 and gift cards for teens 13-18. Each child under the age of 12 will also receive a gift card that can be used to purchase clothing.  The Committee accepts donations of clothing, toys and food as well as financial contributions. Volunteers are always needed to help with organization, packing, gift wrapping and delivery.  Funding donations can be mailed to Flesherton Community Love Committee c/o Janet Robinson, PO Box 59 , Flesherton, N0C 1E0. For more information contact Joan McGee at 519-924-2936.

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Markdale and District Food Bank

A community food bank for residents of Markdale and surrounding area in need of assistance, the Markdale and District Food Bank is located at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church (14 George Street). Open on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 10 am – noon, the MDFB provides perishable items and non-perishable items as available.  Contact the MDFB at mark.dalefbank@gmail.com, by mail at PO Box 522, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0 or to make a donation, please call Carl Herman at 519-986-1432.

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Durham and District Food Bank

The Durham and District Food Bank provides a Christmas meal or hamper that usually including turkey, vegetables, meal condiments, fruit and milk as well as a gift for children under the age of 16. Attempts will be made to accommodate special requests (diapers, etc.).

Donations will be accepted until the Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 at the following locations:

• At the Food bank, by appointment during operating hours.
• Northern Credit Union on Queen St and Royal Bank on Garafaxa St during business hours. (Please make cheques payable to Durham and District Food Bank)
• Durham Library (453 Garafraxa St S) during business hours

The DDFB needs volunteers in December to fill hampers. Please contact durhamfoodbank@gmail.com or call 519-369-6860 and leave a message if necessary.

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School Nutrition Programs

Each of our local schools run Nutrition Programs that can always use some help too.  Volunteers provide fresh, healthy food to every student every day so that children who are truly in need won’t be singled out.  If you are able to donate food or kitchen items, make a financial contribution or volunteer your time in the kitchen (which is often the thing these programs need the most), please contact a school near you.

MacPhail Memorial School, Flesherton:  Office Manager 519-924-2752

Beavercrest Community School, Markdale:  Office Manager  519-986-2990

Osprey Central School, Maxwell:   Office Manager  519922-2341 x521

Dundalk & Proton Community School, Dundalk:   Office Manager  519-923-2622

High Point Community School, Dundalk:  Office Manager  519-923-2336

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If you need help contacting any of these fantastic local organizations, feel free to reach out to us and we will do what we can to help!