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How to Help
​We rely on and are grateful for the generous contributions of food and money from individuals,
businesses and associations. These contributions allow us to support individuals and families in our community who do not have enough to eat.​ We are also thankful for the many individuals who volunteer their time to attend fundraisers, manage the food order process, prepare orders, greet clients, purchase food, stock shelves and manage the operations and financials for the Food Bank.
How can I help?
​More than any other way, you can help fight hunger through monetary donations. Our volunteers make every effort to purchase food in bulk to reduce costs and maximize the amount and variety of food we can provide. We regularly survey clients to ensure that the food we provide is meeting their needs and not going to waste. We also support local suppliers who provide items on a timely basis, often at a reduced cost.
Our organization is a registered charity and upon request, will issue a tax receipt for monetary donations.
How do I donate money?
1. E-Transfer
You can use your bank’s online services to e-transfer funds directly from your
bank account. Please use our donation specific email: ncffoodbank.donation@gmail.com.
If you would like a tax receipt, include your full legal name and mailing address in
the eTransfer notes or memo field. If your information does not fit in the memo
field, please send a separate email to ncffoodbank.donation@gmail.com with
this information together with specific reference to the date of the donation.
You may also include your email address and, with your permission, we can save
mailing costs by emailing your tax receipt.
2. Debit / Credit / Paypal / Securities
​You can donate by debit, credit card or PayPal, or transfer Securities by visiting
CanadaHelps.org and search for North and Central Frontenac Food Bank.
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/80033. You are able to select a one-time
donation or schedule regular donations. CanadaHelps will issue a tax receipt on
our behalf. Note that CanadaHelps retains a small fee to cover their
administrative costs.
3. Cheque
You may use a cheque, payable to North and Central Frontenac Food Bank. You
can mail it to P.O. Box 151, Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0, or drop it off at our
premises during business hours, Tuesday and Friday 9:00-10:30 am. Include your
full name and mailing address to receive a tax receipt.
4. Cash
You may donate cash, at one of our many fundraisers or at our premises during
business hours. Include your full name and mailing address to receive a tax
receipt.
How do I donate food?
Donations of food may be dropped off at the Food Bank, 1099 Garrett Street, during business
hours, 9:00 am – 10:30 am. every Tuesday and Friday. Our volunteers are there to greet you
and accept the donation. If these times are not convenient, please contact us and we will
arrange for a more convenient time.
What food can I donate?
We accept unopened canned and dry goods. We cannot accept food that is beyond the Best
Before or Expiry dates.
There is always a need for personal care items, especially soap, shampoo and toothpaste.
Food and hygiene items that are most needed are identified on our Shopping List.
Please contact us to discuss donating fresh produce (fruit/vegetable) items.
​​How can I donate my time?
Volunteering at the Food Bank provides an opportunity to give back to the community while
helping those who may have fallen on hard times. Please contact the Food Bank to learn how
you can become a valuable part of this service.
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