With some Food Banks in the province struggling to obtain enough food supply to meet their needs the Port Hawkesbury Food Bank is most fortunate to be able meet our needs this fall. This is made possible by the great support that comes from people who contribute so generously at St. Mark’s and St.David’s Churches as well as other churches in the area. Support also comes from many other sources throughout the surrounding communities. Recently the Food Bank began to get donations of bread and sweets from Sobey’s store every week. The Atlantic Superstore also continues their weekly donation of bread and sweets. These donations reduce the need to purchase as much bread as before.
The number of households served remains at approximately thirty per week which is a few less than this time last year.
Over the past few months several new volunteers have joined the group at the Food Bank. We welcome them, their input, their energy and dedication.
At the last Board of Directors meeting, the need to fill vacancies on the Board was noted. These vacancies occurred due to a resignation and to the death of Jean MacKeigan. Jean was a Board Member for almost fifteen years and she was a very valuable and dedicated volunteer for as many years. A Memorial plaque will be placed in the Food Bank office in Jean’s memory.
Planning is now underway for the Christmas Season. As has been the practice in the past, the Food Bank will open for extra hours duriing the week of Christmas. This year the Food Bank will open Monday, December 22nd from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., but will not open again until the first Tuesday after the New Year.
There is still a need for plastic grocery bags and glass bottles (1-1/2 cup size, no larger) These are sterilized and used for cooking oil etc.
Sincere thanks to all who volunteer and help in any way to keep things in order, running smoothly and especially to all who donate to the Food Bank.
Annabel Butts
