FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILE: St George's Anglican Church in Clarksburg
The meal program in Clarksburg began during the Pandemic and lead by a dedicated team of volunteers, they provide a much needed service.
top of page
Food Thoughts
A source for information on Food Banks, Community Meal Programs, Community Gardens, and good food information
519-376-1560
WELCOME TO FOOD THOUGHTS
A place for those dedicated to and interested in, solving the Food Insecurity Needs of Bruce Grey. Food Insecurity is a symptom of poverty and the lack of affordable (geared to income) and safe housing.
Home: Welcome
Search
BACKGROUNDER: Culturally Appropriate Foods for Meal Programs and Food Banks
Our community includes making ethnically diverse communities, as food organizations we need to appreciate their food needs.
FOOD ORGANIZATION CLIENTS - Canada's working poor
People who use food banks and meal programs aren't always who you expect. Skyrocketing housing is driving more people into poverty.
FUN FOOD FACT: Dandelions ... who knew
Dandelions are much more than they seem, they may be the most unappreciated plant in your neighbourhood. Check out this video from...
COMMUNITY PROFILE: 211 Helping Communities
Everyone knows if you have an emergency, call 911. Everyone should know that if you have a question, call 211. Information on government...
FORAGING IN THE FOREST - Wild Leeks
Have you ever had wild leeks? No? You should, in the spring time they are easy to find, if you know how to harvest them properly.
FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILE - OSHaRE
Lead by Colleen Trask Seaman, the people at OSHaRE regularly feed hundreds of vulnerable people every day.
HAVING TROUBLE FINDING OR KEEPING VOLUNTEERS?
Take a page from the hiring practices of some of the top-private sector organizations, look at how you on-board new volunteers.
FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILE - Update on Good to Go
Update on the Good to Go Program run by Michelle Watson and the great team of volunteers at The Meeting Place
Halo & Horns
Enhancing objectivity is the focus of this excellent video from PWC.
BREAKING DOWN STIGMA - The head start in the race of life
Breaking down stigma starts with an awareness that it even exists.
FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILES - BPACL'S Food Adventurer's Program
Amy Petersen of BPACL is running an awesome "zoom" based interactive food program for her clients in Wiarton.
Breaking down STIGMA
Overcoming stereotypes is a key step in beating stigma and eliminating blind spots.
Only 1 in 4 people who should use a food bank does
Stigma is one of the primary reasons why people do not use food banks, take a few minutes to examine "blind spots".
Lessons about Grant Rejections
Before writing any grant applications, take some time and watch this video.
FOODS YOU DON'T HAVE TO REFRIGERATE
Foods that are good for community gardens to grow and that are good for food banks because they do not require refrigeration.
HAVE A PROBLEM? HAVE A QUESTION? CALL 211!
HAVE A PROBLEM, DON'T KNOW WHO TO CALL .... 211 IS THE RIGHT ANSWER
WANT TO MAKE FUNDRAISING EASIER?
LEARN ABOUT CANADA HELPS. This organization makes fund raising easier for donors and for the charitable organization. Check it out.
WRITING GRANTS 101 – Tips to make your life easier and less frustrating.
Writing Grant Applications is not a skill anyone is born with. Here are 25 tips that will help you turn your hopes into actuality.
FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILES - "GOOD TO GO" - An exciting program from THE MEETING PLACE in Tobermory
The Meeting Place in Tobermory has a rich history of innovative ideas dealing with food insecurity, take a few moments and check this out.
Home: Blog2
How to contact us
Thanks for your interest in "FOODTHOUGHTS.CA". For more information, feel free to email your questions or suggestions to us and we will get back to you soon!
380 9th Street East, Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
519-376-1560
Home: Contact
bottom of page