Drop off non-perishable foods at participating facilities or donate online September 1 to 28!
Clarington, the Region of Durham and other area municipalities are once again coming together in support of National Hunger Action Month this September to raise awareness, food donations, and funds to fight hunger in the community.
Hunger is an important issue that affects individuals, seniors, and families throughout the Region. As Durham Region continues to rapidly grow and food prices increase, more people are experiencing homelessness and/or using food banks and related services than ever before. Since 2020, food bank visits have surged over 250 per cent in Durham Region, according to Feed the Need in Durham.
From September 1 to 28, there will be drop-off locations throughout Durham, making it easy for residents, businesses and community groups to donate non-perishable food items. Visit your local municipality online to find a drop-off location near you:
All donations will be leveraged by Feed the Need in Durham and area food banks to support local families in need.
Leverage your impact: For every $1 donated, Feed the Need in Durham can collect, store, and distribute two meals and other needed products to reach those in need.
Feed the Need is also always on the lookout for volunteers who want to make a positive difference in our communities. Consider a donation of time another way to give back and support Hunger Action Month.
QUICK FACTS
For media inquiries, contact:
Sam Paterson, Interim Supervisor of Communications and Engagement
Town of Ajax
Phone: 365-885-1202
Email: Samantha.Paterson@ajax.ca
Tamra Kaiser, Communications and Tourism Coordinator
Township of Brock
Phone: 705-432-2355 x 232
Email: Tamra.Kaiser@brock.ca
Melissa Westover, Manager, Strategic Communications and Initiatives
Municipality of Clarington
905-623-3379 ext. 2019
Email: mwestover@clarington.net
Corporate Communications
City of Oshawa
905-436-5686
Email: communications@oshawa.ca
Nicole Hann, Coordinator, Public Affairs & Corporate Communications
City of Pickering
905.420.4660 ext. 2028
Email: nhann@pickering.ca
Lori Bowers, Director of Community Services and Communications
Township of Scugog
Phone: 905-985-7346
Email: lbowers@scugog.ca
Sierra Miller, Communications Officer
Township of Uxbridge
Phone: 905-852-9181 x 509
Email: smiller@uxbridge.ca
Erin Mikaluk, Manager, Communications and Creative Services
Town of Whitby
Phone: 289-314-6913
Email: mikaluke@whitby.ca
Melanie Correia, Director of Corporate Partnerships and Communications
Feed the Need in Durham
Phone: 905-571-3863
Email: melanie@FTND.ca
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