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ASSISTANCE
If you are a resident of Caledonia and are in need of assistance,
you can call (905)765-9287 to set up an appointment.
The appointment intake time will initially take about 10 to 15 minutes, to assess various needs of each household. We understand how it can be difficult to ask for help, but our volunteers are friendly and welcoming and are here to help. We have information and referrals for many other support systems available.
All information is for statistical purposes and kept confidential.
We are able to offer various foods, including some dairy products, infant and children’s products (including diapers, formula), frozen meat, and when available some fresh produce, and toiletry items. Recipes are also offered. Items needed are circled by the clients on a choice sheet. Our volunteers fill grocery bags with the items that are chosen and often will add extra goodies if available, such as cookies etc. Once the order has been filled, the clients pick up their groceries and can be on their way, or access further assistance from various other programs offered by the Community Support Centre, located in the same building.
We have a close partnership with the Community Support Centre and its programs, that benefit our clients.
Helping Hands Haldimand:
Free clothing closet
Back Pack 4 Kids
Feel Like a Princess
Stay Warm Program
The Community Café:
A $5 token is given to our clients for lunch (take-out) at the Café after their appointment.
Join Us for Dinner:
A free dinner provided by different sponsors, once a month.
Cutting for Kindness:
Free haircut services.
For more information on these programs contact the Community Support Centre at (905)765-4408
CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
With the amazing support of our community we have been able to make Christmas a little brighter for so many people over the years. Our Christmas Hampers include; a turkey, large food hamper, fresh produce, milk, treats, toiletries and a gift.
Registrations will take place during the month of November. Specific dates will be posted for those who are not regular food bank clients. Nov. 14th and 16th for 2023 Season, by appointment only. Clients will be given a specific Hamper pick up date and time.
WISH LIST FOR THE CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
Juice
Juice Boxes
Granola Bars
Cereal
Peanut Butter
Canned Meat (Ham/Chicken)
Canned Fish
Canned Fruit
Coffee/Tea
Crackers
Jello/Pudding
Treats (Cookies/Chocolates, etc.)
Shampoo & Conditioner
Toothpaste
Laundry Soap
Socks (for adults)
Hats, Mittens (for all adults)
Gift Cards for All Ages
Some Suggestions are:
Canadian Tire, Home Hardware, Shoppers Drugmart, Rexall, McDonald's, Pita Pit, A&W, Tim Horton's, Wendy's, Dairy Queen, Loblaws, Food Basics, Mark's Work Wearhouse, Little Caesar's, Pitta Hut, etc. - $40.00 or less is preferred.
Monetary donations are very much appreciated to keep our Food Bank operating throughout the year.
We are a registered charity and an official receipt
will be issued by February each year.
We accept e-transfers to caledoniafoodbank1@gmail.com
or online at Canadahelps.org
or cheques can be mailed to:
103 Inverness St., Caledonia, ON N3W 1B1.
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$200.00 will sponsor one person to receive a Christmas Hamper including a turkey, food hamper, which includes fresh produce and milk, sweet treats, toiletry items and a gift.
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$400.00 will sponsor a family of 4 to receive a Christmas Hamper including a turkey, food hampers, which include fresh produce and milk, sweet treats, toiletry items and a gift for each member of the family.
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$600.00 will sponsor a family of 6 or more.
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Please call the food bank at (905)765-9287 or e-mail caledoniafoodbank1@gmail.com if you have any questions or to schedule a drop off time. We will be open to receive donations from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting Mon.-Fri. Nov.20th - Dec.12th.
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Hampers will be distributed on Dec.13th and 14th.
