Thanks to the garden beds that are donated and attended by our community members. They provided us with 610 pounds of fresh produce for our clients. It is so wonderful to be able to provide this healthy option to them, So thank you again COMMUNITY GARDENS!!
A HUGE thank you to EMR and everyone who took part in their Book Sale!! They were able to raise over $1300 toward our Food Bank, which is in turn being used to fight hunger in Yukon! So THANKS again EMR!!!
My outlook is down, and I can not seem to get it fixed fast enough! Please call (867)393-2265, or you can email office@www.whitehorsefoodbank.ca Hope to get the situation resolved ASAP!!! Sorry Guys! :/
BEERALICIOUS! The Gr8ful Spud partnered with Yukon Brewing Co. bring you a 4 course meal, with all the fixins!! Plus paired with our wonderful locally made beer! Held at the Gr8tful Spud, in the Riverview Hotel: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, 6:30-??? If you bring $10 worth of food, they will give you $10 off your ticket price! Tickets can be bought previously at the Gr8ful SPud, or Yukon Brewing Co.;however, some will be left at the door!!! SEE YOU ALL…
Thank you to the DAYS INN, for their innovative way of giving back! Instead of planting flowers this year, they planted vegetables and donated them to the Food Bank!! They did an amazing job, and got fabulous results, that our clients will enjoy 🙂
I have recently had a few people ask me how they can help; there are many different ways to give back to your community!! 1) If you have the money to give a little back, it is really appreciated!! a) you can click on our Canada Helps button in the side bar of our website (whitehorsefoodbank.ca), to make a donation online, b)you can come in and meet us for cash donations, and receive a general receipt instantly, c) you…
Thanks to The Department of Justice, for their donation of school supplies. The supplies will be out for families in need to take as needed from 10-1 on Wednesday September 9th, on Family Distribution Day!! Also, a reminder: FEED THE PEOPLE BBQ, at shipyards from 11am-2pm on Labour Day Monday!!! Donations toward the foodbank will be accepted 😉 Bring your whole family and show your support, or just enjoy a free meal!!! Games, prizes, activities and a bouncy castle for the kiddies!!!
Across Canada, there are approximately 310,460 children who depend on the food bank for some food security. That is equivalent to 6,200 school busses filled with hungry little minds!! We have a School Snack Program, that offers an extra amount of school snacks and juice when supplies are up!!! Every child deserves to eat everyday, too often meals are skipped due to lack of food in their household. #votetoendpoverty
FAMILY DAY (every Wednesday 10-1 for families with children at home) for September, in partner with From the Ground Up: September 9th from 10-12. September 16th from 10-12. Will be doing a recipe demonstration, and will provide all needed supplies and ingredients!!! Even if you have already picked up your hamper for September, please join us anyway!!!!!! Hope to see you all there!!!!
Join our fight to gain the interest and support of GOVERNMENT to end poverty, by joining our campaign #votetoendpoverty, click HERE, for more info!!! Canadian citizens should not live in poverty, we need to have a voice, and be heard!
I just wanted to give a shout out to our community corporations that are doing their part with inter-office and ongoing donations boxes on their own accord! ATCO Electric dropped a collection of much needed food and hygiene products off today!! And Whitehorse Motors continues to have a drop box within their showroom, as well as sign up sheets for our Green Apple Club!! Our draw for Air North tickets to Vancouver is on the 30th of September at noon!! All Green Apple…
The wonderful folks at Superstore are hosting a fundraising BBQ in support of your local FOOD BANK!!!! Please go down and grab a hotdog or 2, and help us help those who need it!! THANK YOU SUPERSTORE!!!!!
The EMR Library will be holding a book sale from September 9 to 11 to raise funds for the Whitehorse Food Bank!!!!! If you have books, comics or DVDs that you would like to donate, please bring them to the EMR Library in room 335 of the Elijah Smith Building. For further information, contact the EMR Library at 667-3111 or emrlibrary@gov.yk.caTara.KlippertEnergy, Mines & Resources
We are so proud of our wonderful community for reaching into their hearts and funding our food bank. The constant struggle for many to just sleep with a full tummy at night is far too common. A humongous THANK YOU, to North of 60′ Petro for their boost!! We are 90% funded on donations by amazing individuals and caring corporations within our wonderful community, without your support, we could not operate. THANK YOU ♥
If you are a group who would like to give back to your community, Many Rivers and The Whitehorse Food Bank are partnering up to raise awareness and seek help, for those who are less fortunate. On August 30th, from 3-6 we will be on location at the Real Canadian Superstore seeking donations, of items and/or cash, as well as signing people up for our Green Apple Club. We are wondering if any teams or groups would like help us…
Please help us, by simply giving your valuable opinions and suggestions! Click here, to assert your voice (via text)!! Thank you
We would like to acknowledge the United Association as well as the Tr’ondek Hwech’in for their aid in the fight to alleviate hunger. As well as, the generous donations from some kind hearted individuals, including food and money. Every little bit helps, and is appreciated immensely!!!! Thank you so much to everyone that has or plans to help out!!! AND A HUGE thank you to all our wonderful volunteers!!! Without you, we could not be in operation!
FAMILY DAY: A chance for families to come and receive their monthly hamper in a safe calm, child-friendly environment. Every Wednesday from 10am-1pm, we will have special items available. We also have coloring sheets and snacks for kids. As well as, other surprises, when available. Please advise us if your child has a birthday that month, when ordering your hamper, as we would like to help out. If you would like to donate any unused toys that are still in…
We would like to extend our gratitude to both of these generous organizations, for their commitment to our community. Their donations will allow for us to buy much needed food, and help in the fight against hunger. Thanks again KDFN and NVD!!!
We are looking to roll your old pennies. The bank will still accept them as cash!! You can bring in your old baggies, jars or piggy banks, and an enthusiastic volunteer will roll them up for us! Thank you in advance for your wonderful efforts in supporting our community. To donate online, please click here!