The Region of Durham and area municipalities yesterday announced they have collectively raised food and funds equivalent to more than 12,200 meals for those in need, during Hunger Action Month in September.
Hunger is an important issue that affects residents from across 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, said a region statement.
It said food and monetary donations were made by residents, community organizations, businesses, and municipal staff who showed an outpouring of generosity to fight local hunger.
All donations will be leveraged by Feed the Need in Durham and other area food banks, like Durham Community Action Group, Salvation Army, Community Development Council Durham and Christian Faith Outreach Centre, to support local families in need.
Quick Facts
- Together, the municipalities collected and donated 4239 lbs. of food, and $5,051 through the online donation option, which is the equivalent of 10,102 meals.
- Durham residents can continue to fight local hunger by donating to Feed the Need in Durham or other local food banks. View Feed the Need in Durham’s Wish List of most desired food items.
- Feed the Need in Durham, which distributes food to local food banks and hunger relief programs, has seen the number of people accessing their services get higher and higher over the last few years, reaching an average of 22,000 visits per month.
- Between now and 2046, Durham Region’s population is projected to grow by almost 40 per cent. That’s faster than the Ontario average.
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