April 15, 2018Stories
National Volunteer Week
Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart. ~Elizabeth Andrew
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April 14, 2018Media Releases
APRIL CANSTRUCTION® EVENT POSTPONED
Given the inclement weather conditions for this weekend and the safety of all involved, we have made the difficult decision to postpone tonight’s Canstruction® build, including the weeks event. Canstruction® was scheduled to run at Conestoga Mall this week, April 15-22.
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Take the Corporate Pledge | Spring 2018
14% of people who use the food bank have jobs, just like you and I, but due to some unfortunate circumstances, they are unable to put food on their table.
View Blog PostMarch 22, 2018Uncategorized
Host a Week of Giving this Spring!
Phil, the food drive bag, would like you to help The Food Bank feed the 1 in 20 households in Waterloo Region that are hungry by holding a Week of Giving at your school, in your neighbourhood, with your sports team or club.
View Blog PostMarch 9, 2018Stories
Kendra’s Story
When I was a kid, my family was a recipient of food assistance thanks to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. I want you to know what a difference you made to my life.
View Blog PostMarch 7, 2018Stories
Don’t Let Hunger Interrupt Childhood
This winter has been especially hard on families with record cold temperatures causing expenses like heat and hydro to skyrocket. No one should go hungry - especially an innocent child.
View Blog PostFebruary 9, 2018Newsletters
Putting the Fun into Fundraising
How one dedicated corporate supporter is fighting hunger in our community
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Why I Give
A volunteer for The Food Bank of Waterloo Region for the past several years, Shari helps out wherever she’s needed, from reception to administration, to food drives.
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How you are bringing more fresh food to neighbours in need
Accessing affordable, healthy food is a daily struggle for people living on low incomes.
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Newsletter – Winter 2018
You can read more about how we plan to make 2018 our freshest, healthiest year yet in our cover story about a fresh approach to fighting hunger.
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