Friday, October 29, 2021

Time to support the Food Bank

 Here are some the needed items at our local Food Bank as of October 28:

1.     Canned protein (Fish & meat)

2.     Canned fruit

3.     Canned vegetables

4.     Meals in a Tin (e.g. Pork n’ Beans or Stew)

5.     Whole grain rice

6.     Pasta and pasta sauce

7.     Healthy canned soups

8.     Baby formula (large cans)

9.     Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

10.Canned Fish and Meats

11.Lentils and other dry beans

12.Cereal

13.Pancake Mix

14.Juice

15.Granola Bars

16.Ensure Meal Supplements

Fresh Produce

We are happy to accept fresh produce. Farmers and large food producers, please call us and ask to arrange for pick up or for delivery to our depot.

Many Food Banks have special programs for families with new born babies.

Tiny Bundles is a Food Bank program specifically designed for pregnant moms and families with babies aged newborn to one year. Pregnancy and the first year of a baby’s life are critically important for healthy development. Proper nutrition and support lay a good foundation for the rest of their lives.

Tiny Bundles families receive food every week instead of every two weeks. They are also supplied with fresh eggs and milk while pregnant or nursing. Additional fresh vegetables and other nutritional items are supplied when available.

All Tiny Bundles parents receive a layette as a baby gift when their baby is born and a graduation gift package when the baby turns one and the family reverts to regular distribution.

Tiny Bundles – Most needed items

General Supplies Needed

1.     Formula

2.     We always need powdered formula! Large cans preferred so families receive a one-week supply

3.     Diapers

4.     Larger sizes are in short supply. Size 4 to 6 are preferred.

5.     Cereal

6.     We often need food for babies older than six months.

7.     Baby Jar Food

8.     Fruit, Meals and Vegetables (both large and small jars).

9.     Layette supplies needed

The Surrey Food Bank welcomes each new-born baby with a gift. We welcome donations of items to include in the layette and ask for brand new items only, please. Helpful donations (for newborns − 12 months). Please remember our clients are low-income. Consider providing bottles that do not require liners

10.Baby blankets – receiving or warmer blanket.

11.Sleepers

12.Socks

13.Washcloths

14.Baby toiletry items e.g., lotion, shampoo, Vaseline, baby oil or powder

15.Bibs

16.Baby bottles (large or small)

17.Soother

18.Baby toy

19.Winter wear, e.g., sweaters, booties, mitts, hats

Consider holding a baby shower with friends, family or colleagues to collect baby supplies.

It’s A Party

When the baby turns one, we provide a gift as they graduate from our Tiny Bundles program to Toddler Totes and change to a regular fourteen-day distribution schedule.

Helpful Donations (for 1- to 2-year-olds)

1.     Toddler eating bowls or utensils

2.     Sippy cups

3.     Clothing outfits size 12-18 months

4.     Toiletry items e.g., baby body wash, lotion, soap

5.     Beginner toothbrushes and toothpaste

6.     Books

7.     Small toys

8.     Sweaters, mitts or gloves for 12 months to 24 months

You can also consider sponsoring a Tiny Bundle. For only $50.00 per month, you can help feed a little one in our community. Sponsor a Tiny Bundle Today!

**Please note: Items must be new. Food cannot be expired**

If you really want to help the Food Bank, give money. Every dollar given to the Food Bank can be stretched up to three times what you or I could spend. If you do not want to give money, then I suggest you ask your local Food Bank what they 

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