To keep on supporting hundreds of locals on a regular basis through its food-assistance service, the Loaves & Fishes Foodbank is on the lookout for additional donations and contributions.
Based out of the Holy Eucharist Parish in St Albans, the foodbank opens its doors each Friday to more than 250 recipients.
Volunteers from the facility also deliver supplies to about 40 people who cannot physically attend to pick up their parcels.
According to its volunteer Laura Kretiuk, support from the community is vital to the foodbank’s continued work.
“We rely heavily on donations to support our local Brimbank individuals and families in need,” she said.
“Without consistent contributions, we struggle to provide essential food supplies to our vulnerable community.
“Donations ensure that our foodbank can continue operating efficiently, restock our shelves, and meet the growing demand, especially during these economic hardships.”
Ms Kretiuk said without donations, the food bank would face significant challenges like reduced assistance, increased financial strain and other operational challenges.
“While organisations like Foodbank Victoria, OzHarvest, and FareShare supply food, some items must be purchased, incurring costs,” she said.
“Community contributions help bridge this gap, ensuring the food bank can continue its mission.”
Those considering helping the foodbank, can do so by donating non-pershisable food-items, essential household items like toiletries, baby formula, and hygiene products.
People can also make financial contributions, help pack and distribute food parcels on service days, organise food drives, and local businesses can set up donation bins for customers to contribute.
Details: www.holyeuchariststalbans.org/?page_id=1336
