Dec
6
This free holiday event is back transforming šxʷhék̓ʷnəs (Spirit Square) and PMFRC into a magical holiday wonderland! Hop on the Holiday Hayride, visit the fire truck and food vendors located outside.
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Feeding Hope Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis
In 2023, Canada witnessed unprecedented levels of food insecurity, reaching the highest point ever recorded.
This crisis was fueled by a cost-of-living surge, with inflation hitting its peak for the first time in four decades. The escalating prices of basic necessities pushed many, who were barely making ends meet, into dire straits. Consequently, numerous individuals, who previously never considered seeking assistance, found themselves at the doors of food banks.
The demand continues to grow; as of June 2024, we assist an average of 800 households each month, and support more than 17 local agencies and programs including our school meal/snack program with SD42.
To maintain our mission of preventing hunger in our community, we urgently need your support.
We warmly welcome food donations and monetary contributions, which enable us to provide essential items to those in need.
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Upcoming Events
Dec
7
Dec
14
Firefighters For Families
Firefighters will be out across Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows collecting between 10am and 3pm. In Pitt Meadows you can catch them at: Save-On-Foods Meadowvale Mall Shoppers Drug Mart Meadowvale Mall Starbucks Meadowvale Mall BC Liquor Store Meadowtown Centre Superstore Meadowtown Centre Tim Hortons Meadowtown Centre.
And in Maple Ridge they will be at: Canadian Tire 200th & South of Lougheed FreshCo 200th & North of Lougheed & Dewdney Save-On-Foods Westgate Mall – 203rd Walmart Haney Place Mall Save-On-Foods Valley Fair Mall – 227th & Lougheed Save-On-Foods 240th & Dewdney Trunk
Dec
19
Stopping in Port Haney at 7:50pm and Pitt Meadows at 8:50pm. With performances by Magic! and Sofia Camara
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Food Drives
As part of our mission to combat hunger and support the well-being of our community members, we are proud to facilitate and encourage food drives that play a crucial role in stocking our shelves with nutritious food options for those in need. Through your generous donations and active participation, we can ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.
Food drives, organized by individuals, businesses, schools, and other groups, are a testament to the power of collective action. They not only provide essential food items to those facing food insecurity but also strengthen the bonds within our community, fostering a spirit of generosity and mutual support.
Below, you will find all the information you need to successfully organize a food drive, including guidelines for planning, promoting and executing your event in accordance with health and safety protocols. We also offer resources to help you understand the types of food donations that are most needed and how to deliver your collected donations to the food bank.
Whether you are looking to host a one-time event or a recurring food drive, your efforts make a significant difference. Thank you for choosing to support the Friends In Need Food Bank. Together, we can create a stronger, healthier community for everyone.
Let's make a positive impact - one food drive at a time!
Food Drive Protocol
In March 2020, the outbreak of the pandemic led to the unfortunate cancellation of many essential food driver, impacting the operations of organizations like the Friends In Need Food Bank. We are grateful that today we are once again able to host food drives but in order for us to ensure the safety and efficiency of these events, keeping our clients, volunteers and staff safe, we must follow strict Health & Safety protocol.
We earnestly request your collaboration in organizing your food drive in a manner that not only complies with these protocols but also ensures the smooth delivery of donations to the food bank. This collaborative effort is vital for the efficient handling and distribution of your generous contributions.
Here are a few straightforward steps you can follow to make your food drive both successful and impactful, directly benefitting those in our community who are most in need. Your willingness to participate and support the Friends In Need Food Bank through these drives is deeply appreciated.
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