As families prepare for the back-to-school season, local food banks are in critical need of support. With rising costs, many parents struggle to provide nutritious meals for their children, especially during this time of year. Food banks play a vital role in filling this gap, ensuring kids start the school year healthy and ready to learn.
Community members are encouraged to donate non-perishable items or make monetary contributions to their local food banks. Even small donations can make a big difference, helping to stock shelves with essential food items like cereals, canned goods, and snacks that children need.
Supporting food banks not only helps individual families but strengthens the entire community. By coming together, we can ensure that no child goes to school hungry. Now is the perfect time to lend a hand and make a positive impact as kids head back to school.
One way you can support the Morningstar Mission and Napanee Salvation Army is during the myFM / Napanee Co-Operators All Hands on Deck Food Drive happening this Thursday from 10am to 6pm. You can find our volunteers at Giant Tiger, Shoppers Drug Mart, Metro and No Frills.
Here’s a list of what’s most needed right now in Napanee:
Written by Emily Chatwood
