Support the “Hungry for Vacation” campaign and feed children in need
17 Julio 2024 - 6:00AM
At the height of the summer season, when most children are enjoying
their vacation, many young people are faced with food insecurity.
The summer break deprives many children of the support usually
offered by the school network, exacerbating the needs of many
organizations. To deal with this situation, Moisson Montréal is
launching its "Hungry for Vacation" campaign. Running until July
31, the goal is to distribute more than 400,000 snacks to more than
4,000 children aged 6 to 17. The initiative will support the dozens
of organizations and food banks on the Island of Montreal that help
school-aged children. Every dollar counts and can make a
difference: each dollar donated means each child can receive two
snacks.
"Last year, we distributed 300,000 snacks. This
year, in response to growing demand, we have raised our target to
400,000 snacks. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the
support of our partners, we are committed to providing as many
snacks as possible," said Chantal Vézina, Executive Director of
Moisson Montréal.
Special care has been taken to ensure the
quality of the snacks offered, despite the storage and
refrigeration challenges faced by some organizations. Each child
will receive snacks such as fruit compote, juice, cheese, yogurt,
milk, bananas, cucumbers, hummus, oatmeal cookies, graham crackers,
flax or banana cookies, and granola bars.
Why donate to “Hungry for
Vacation”?
- $1 donated = 2 snacks
distributed
- More than 4,000 children
will receive snacks for two weeks
- More than 400,000 snacks
will be distributed
- Moisson Montréal is the
largest food bank in Canada, serving nearly 300
organizations
Our major partner, Lassonde, is fully committed
to the campaign. The company is providing financial support as well
as snacks for the children.
To make a donation to the "Hungry for Vacation"
campaign, or to find out more about this important initiative,
please visit https://www.lafaimdesvacances.com.
About Moisson Montréal
Moisson Montréal, founded in 1984, is
celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The organization is the
largest food bank in Canada. Its mission is to ensure an optimal
food supply for Montreal community organizations dealing with food
security, while developing sustainable solutions. Thanks to the
generosity of its donors, Moisson Montréal benefits from a
remarkable leverage effect: every dollar donated enables the
redistribution of more than $15 worth of food. Every year, more
than 19 million kg of food are distributed to nearly 300
organizations. As an essential pillar in the food assistance
ecosystem, Moisson Montréal fosters collaboration and implements
concrete programs to reduce food insecurity. With its slogan "40
years and still so much to do", Moisson Montréal underlines its
ongoing commitment to its mission.
For more information please
contact:
Éliane LaroucheSenior Advisor,
Communications and Public AffairsMoisson
Montréal514 701-4206elarouche@moissonmontreal.org