With an increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic, Food Banks of Saskatchewan launched a $6-million provincewide campaign on Thursday.
The organization represents 32 food banks across the province, supporting about 40,000 residents. It says it’s in “desperate” need of financial support. “We anticipate that the economic impact of COVID-19 will see thousands of people visiting us who never imagined they would be forced to rely on a food bank to survive.” Food Banks of Saskatchewan says the money raised will go a long way to feeding those in need.
It says $100 will feed two families for a week. Social distancing has decreased staffing levels, but local food bank teams are “ramping up” their to-go boxes for quick food hamper pickup. “E