Clearview staff & board donation of $3000+ to help feed local families

Of all that was donated, say Division officials, the Christmas Hamper Society will receive $200 (from CUPE). The Stettler Food Bank will receive $1,715. Meantime, food banks in Big Valley, Castor and Coronation will each receive $385, for a total cash donation of $3,070.

In addition, Clearview officials say they are donating 150 children’s books to the Christmas Hamper Society. Those are planned to go out in Christmas hampers. The value of that donation is said to be $750. The society anticipates providing between 100 and 150 families with hampers containing food and new toys this year.

“Clearview’s ATA is pleased to contribute to our local food banks,” says Corey VanZandbergen, President, ATA Local 33. “We believe this donation will impact students in our communities. It’s important they know we, as teachers, care about them and their families.”

“We’re making this donation because the students matter to us,” says Sara Maberley, President, CUPE Local 4292. “We recognize food costs for families are rising and we hope every family has a good Christmas.”

Kim Smyth, who is the Clearview Board’s vice chair and also president of the Christmas Hamper Society says, “I appreciate all of these groups working together. It’s evidence of the power of small communities. When we work together it matters.”

Mark Higgins, President of the Board, Stettler Food Bank, says food costs have risen considerably and that puts pressure on some families. Higgins says the food bank has seen a 10 per cent increase in clients in the last year, currently serving about 150 families.

“Cash donations like Clearview’s are incredibly important to us,” says Higgins. “We don’t have dedicated funding, so we rely on the generosity of our communities to help us make a difference for families who need support. Thank you to Clearview’s staff and trustees for this donation. It will help families.”

Higgins says local grocery stores and drug stores have been great at supporting the food banks. Also, individuals who contribute fresh produce such as potatoes are appreciated. Volunteers also make a difference. “Thanks to everyone who helps us,” says Higgins.

The Stettler Food Bank is welcoming fresh food items such as potatoes, carrots, and apples (perishable food items that store well), as well as meat that has been inspected. Also, the food bank welcomes personal hygiene items such as shampoo, or feminine hygiene products.

If you are able to donate these items, please call to make arrangements for drop off with the Stettler Food Bank at 403-740-6733. Alternatively, cash is appreciated as it provides flexibility to the food bank in meeting the needs of clients. Non-perishable items are always helpful as well.

by rdnewsNOW Staff

Clearview staff & board donation of $3000+ to help feed local families

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