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Community Food Drive

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September, 2024

About the Program

Neighbourhood Network’s annual Community Food Drive is back, and this year, your support is more crucial than ever! With the demand on local food banks reaching new heights, we’re coming together to ensure everyone in our community has access to the food they need.

 


Most Needed Donations

Non-Perishable Food
  • Apple Sauce
  • Baked Beans
  • Canned Fruit and Fruit Cups
  • Chili and Stew
  • Cereal
  • Crackers
  • Pasta Sauce and Canned Tomatoes
  • Peanut Butter
  • Sardines
  • Snacks for School Lunches (e.x. Granola Bars, Juice Boxes)
Baby & Childcare
  • Baby Cereal
  • Baby Formula
  • Diapers (size 4 and up)
Personal Care
  • Deodorant
  • Shampoo and Body Wash
  • Toothbrushes
Household Essentials
  • Condiments (e.x. Mayo, Salad Dressing, Ketchup, Mustard)
  • Cooking Oil
  • Toilet Paper and Kleenex

How You Can Help

  1. In-Person Food Drive

    Drop off your donations at one of our three locations! Help your neighbours and make an impact.

    • Date: Saturday, September 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    • Locations:
      • Aurora: Metro, 1 Henderson Drive
      • East Gwillimbury: Foodland, 19263 ON-48, Mount Albert
      • Georgina: Zehrs, 24018 Woodbine Ave Rr 2, Keswick
    • Want to volunteer at our Community Food Drive? Click the links below for your preferred location:
      • Georgina
      • Aurora and East Gwillimbury are now full
  2. Community Challenge for Students

    High school students, join our month-long challenge!

    Simply shop for non-perishable items and donate them to your local food bank. Send us photos of your shopping (including your receipt) and donation delivery, or drop off your items at one of our in-person locations listed above, to earn a community involvement hour.

    • Date: September 1st – 30th
    • Contact for Submissions: info@neighbourhoodnetwork.org
    • More Information: Click Here
  3. Donate Directly to our Charitable Partners

    Support local food banks and charities by donating to their organization directly.  Click the links below to see their most needed items and make a big impact.

    • Aurora Food Pantry
    • East Gwillimbury Food Pantry (Public Library)
    • Georgina Community Food Pantry
    • King Township Food Bank
    • Newmarket Food Pantry
    • Whitchurch Stouffville Food Bank
    • The Food Bank of York Region
    • York Region Food Network

Note: Please do NOT donate expired items. Expired items have to be sorted and disposed of, which is costs the pantries money.

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