2009 Fall Drive Launch
2009 has been a difficult year for most. Although there are signs that the economy is turning around, Daily Bread’s executive director Gail Nyberg probably put it best last Friday at the official launch of our 2009 Fall Drive: “I want to make it very clear that for a large number of people this recession is far from over,” said Nyberg. “The first people to feel the effects of this recession will also be the last ones able to get out of it.”
That means it is more important than ever to give during this drive. We are continuing to see increases in the number of client visits this year over last year. With over 1 million client visits to food banks across the GTA last year, we are asking the public to be as generous as possible. This year our goal is to reach $500,000 in donations and 500,000lbs of food.
How can you help?
You can run your own food or fund drive at your school. You could drop off nutritious non-perishable food items at any fire hall, thanks to the on-going support of Toronto Fire Services. You can even spread the word, and encourage family members to make a financial donation securely online at www.dailybread.ca or by calling us at 416-203-0050. Cheques can also be mailed to 191 New Toronto Street, Toronto ON M8V 2E7.
The Fall Drive 2009 runs from September 25 to October 19.
Here is a list of our most needed items:
■Baby formula & food
■Beans & lentils
■Canned fruits & vegetables
■Canned fish & meat
■Cans of soup or hearty stew
■Dried pasta & tomato sauce
■Macaroni & cheese
■Peanut butter
■Rice
■Tetra Pak, canned or powdered milk
