hunger is real: we help!
Our Mission
GIVE TO THE FOOD BANK
DONATIONS
The St. Joseph's Community Food Bank in Pembroke is a registered charity opened in 1986. We are a non-denominational, non-profit, non-political charity. We do not receive government funding. All food and monies are donated by local individuals, businesses and organizations.
The Food Bank relies on fundraising events, donations of money, food and gifts-in-kind from our generous community members and organizations. We are extremely grateful for your generosity. For information on how to donate, please go to our Donations page.
warehouse expansion
Food insecurity in Pembroke has grown to the point where our 1980’s era infrastructure, cannot keep up with the expanded need for warehousing and refrigeration space. The Food Bank needs help to fund the costs of expansion.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers are always needed. If you are interested in donating your skills and giving back to the community we would welcome your involvement.
fast facts
- 32% of clients are children
- 30% of clients are single adults
- Over 13,000 individuals will be fed in 2024
Fluctuating/Growing Demand
- Number of meals in the early 2000's, peaked at 76,000 annually
- Between 2007 and 2019 - 50,000 meals provided annually on average
- A total of 122,000 meals provided in 2023.
holiday opening hours
A reminder that the last day of operation for the food bank will be Thursday December 19th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. St. Joseph's Community Food Bank will re-open on Thursday January 2nd at 4 p.m. A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all.
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