What is the Good Food Box?
The good food box program is a great example of how volunteers are helping to provide fresh fruit and vegetables at a very affordable price.
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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.
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Reducing Food Bank Stigma
Who is the "typical" food bank client? It could be you or me.
HUGELKULTUR - Why this is such a cool idea!
If you have never heard about this very cool gardening method, take a few minutes and watch this great video.
Inexpensive Four Season "Hoop" Houses
Having an inexpensive Hoop House is a great way to extend your growing season.
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.
FOOD ORGANIZATION PROFILE: Walkerton and District Food Bank
In 2021 the Walkerton and District Food Bank is celebrating their 30th Anniversary.
International Year of Fruits and Vegetables
2021 Is the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables. This website has many useful tools, videos, and activities.
VERTICAL GARDENING - 3 Easy Steps
Planning your garden for the spring but want to grow more, check out this short video from "Home and Garden for Mere Mortals."
Breaking down STIGMA
Overcoming stereotypes is a key step in beating stigma and eliminating blind spots.
Starting your garden while there is still snow on the ground
Another great suggestion from Simona, one of Community Gardens resources. Well worth the time to watch!
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".
"Pop-Up" Fresh Produce Market
With limited hours many food banks struggle with how to provide Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, a "pop-up" market might just be the answer..
Lessons about Grant Rejections
Before writing any grant applications, take some time and watch this video.
GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD
A great article on gardening from the Owen Sound Hub
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
An article about the great work being done by the Wiarton Salvation Army
Take a few minutes and read this article which outlines Captain Mary Millar and the work that the Salvation Army is doing in the Wiarton...
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.
6 Proven Strategies to Boost Garden Harvests
Increase your garden's output with this easy tips and enjoy fresh food all through the growing season, not just in the fall
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