Strathcona Food Bank

We are continually amazed by the generosity of so many who donate to the Strathcona Food Bank! It is in this space that we attempt to thank every individual and every organization that contributes their time, food donation and/or financial donation. If we have missed you, our apologies. And for those who have donated anonymously please know that your donation is very much appreciated.

Thank you to Country Cottage for their generous donation of 268 kilograms (590 pounds) of food to the Food Bank recently.

We wish to thank Allstate Insurance for their donation of 53 kilograms (117 pounds) of food.

Aster Gardens recently donated 97 kilograms (213.5 pounds) of food and $660 to the Food Bank.

Our thanks to Salisbury Composite High School Football for donating 53 kilograms (116 pounds) of food.

Bethel Lutheran Church donated 143 kilograms (316 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Glory Lutheran Church for donating 27 kilograms (60 pounds) of potatoes.

Thank you to Summerwood Village for their donation of 77 kilograms (170 pounds) of food and $90.

Strathcona County PRC Horticulture recently donated 54 kilograms (120 pounds) of food.

Our thanks go out to the Summerton Community gardens for their recent donation of produce.

We wish to thank Salisbury United Church for donating 14 kilograms (30 pounds) of food.

The ATCO EPIC Campaign donated 39 kilograms (87 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Strathcona Recreation Parks and Culture donated 28 kilograms (62 pounds) of produce.

Thanks to the Strathcona County Employees BBQ 50/50 draw which raised $2,470 that was donated to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank the folks who organized the Millennium Place Regional Swim Meet (August 11-13). They received 45 kilograms (99 pounds) of food, which was donated to the Food Bank.

Thanks to Fern Haven Boutique for donating 58 kilograms (128 pounds) of food.

Synergy Pharmacy recently donated 15 kilograms (33 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank folks from the Strathcona County Community Garden program for the donation of 32 kilograms (71.5 pounds) of food.

Bedford Village recently donated 4.7 kilograms (10.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Trinity Baptist Church for the recent donation of 66 kilograms (145 pounds) of potatoes.

We wish to thank the Holden Hutterite Colony for their donation of 186 kilograms (410 pounds) of potatoes.

Thanks to Bishop’s Storehouse for donating 199 kilograms (436.5 pounds) of food.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help recently donated 69 kilograms (152 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank Confetti Sweets for their donation of 12 kilograms (26.5 pounds) of food.

The Integrated Community for Excellence donated 22 kilograms (49 pounds) of food.

Ardrossan United Church donated 30 kilograms (65.5 pounds) of food.

Recently Cloverbar Pioneer Court donated 19 kilograms (41.5 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Taber Corn for their donation of 408 kilograms (900 pounds) of corn.

Crystal Manor donated 28 kilograms (62 pounds) of food.

Thank you to St. Sophia’s Ukrainian Catholic Church for donating 9 kilograms (20 pounds) of food.

As a result of the Save-On Customer Appreciation Event (Wye Road) $233.20 and 27 kilograms (60 pounds) of food were donated to the Food Bank.

We appreciate the donation from the Sherwood Park Elks of 37 kilograms (81 pounds) of food.

Pookeys Pets donated 50 kilograms (110 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank the group from Homes by Avi who came into the Food Bank and made 250 snack kits and 168 bag kits.

St. Sophia’s Ukrainian Catholic Church donated 9 kilograms (20 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Bishop’s Storehouse for their donation of 212 kilograms (468 pounds) of food.

Recently CIBC donated 90 kilograms (199 pounds) of food to the Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity.

Confetti Sweets donated 80 kilograms (177 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank the organizers and volunteers who made the Canada Day Pancake Breakfast such a success. Donations raised for the Food Bank included 76 kilograms (166.5 pounds) of food as well as $2,006.63.

Pookey’s Pets donated 125 kilograms (276.5 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church for donating 164 kilograms (361 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank the organizers of the Juneboree Family Carnival held on June 25. They raised 429 kilograms (945 pounds) of food and $430 in financial donations for the Food Bank.

Recently the Broadmoor Business Ladies Golf Tournament raised 322 kilograms (709 pounds) of food and $755 in financial donations for the Food Bank.

Thank you to Bishops Storehouse for donating 174 kilograms (384 pounds) of food.

Ardrossan United Church donated 17.5 kilograms (38.5 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Back in April Loblaws conducted the Spring Food Drive. As a result 1212 kilograms (2671 pounds) of food was donated by donors. At the time we did not know the amount of funds donated but now we do. As a result of the Loblaws event $1,439.94 were raised. Thank you to everyone involved!

Thank you to Lorne Harvey (seen below with Kathryn Howden) for the donation of $479.65 raised on June 21st at the Franks on the Farm event hosted by Jacquie Fenske of Experience Alberta.

We wish to thank Trendz Optical for their recent donation of 76 kilograms (167 pounds) of food.

Glenwood Funeral Home donated 51 kilograms (112 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Recently Bethel Lutheran Church donated 44 kilograms (96 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Bishops Storehouse for donating 59 kilograms (131 pounds) of food.

Bison Transport donated 1145 kilograms (2525 pounds) of food to the Food Banks. Thank you very much!

We wish to thank Save On Foods for their generous donation of $3260 raised through their Share It Forward program.

Thanks to Crescent Music for their recent donation to the Food Bank of 372 kilograms (821 pounds) of food.

Strathcona Minor Football Association donated 66 kilograms (145.5 pounds) of food.

Clover Bar Junior High School donated 42 kilograms (92.5 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to the Kelson Group for their recent donation of 44 kilograms (96.5 pounds) of food.

The Millennium Marlins Swim Club donated 43 kilograms (95 pounds) of food and $40 to the Food Bank.

Midas Muffler donated 49 kilograms (109 pounds) of food recently.

We wish to thank Lisa Rigney from the Celiac Association for her donation of 29 kilograms (62 pounds) of gluten free food.

Thanks to the soccer players who recently came into the Food Bank and built 300 bag kits.

We wish to thank the 2nd Sparks of Ardrossan for their donation of 80 kilograms (175.5 pounds) of food.

The New Horizons School Council donated 32 kilograms (69.5 pounds) of food.

The U13A Titans Lacrosse team recently donated 8 boxes of food and cash.

Thanks to the folks at Curves for their recent cash donation to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank the students from Ecole Claudette-et-Denis Tardif who recently assembled 224 snack kits and repackaged lots of dog treats at the Food Bank.

Thank you to the following monthly donors for their continuing support:

• Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church – 191 kilograms (421 pounds)
• Pookey’s Pets – 23 kilograms (51 pounds)
• Crystal Manor – 21 kilograms (46.5 pounds)

We wish to thank Midas Muffler for a recent donation of 22.4 kilograms (49.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the African Society of Strathcona County for their recent donation of 44 kilograms (97.5 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Hello Fresh for their donation of 90 kilograms (197.5 pounds) of food.

Midas Muffler donated 40 kilograms (88 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thanks also to Salisbury Composite High School for their donation of 16 kilograms (35.5 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Midas Muffler for their donation of 164 kilograms (361 pounds) of food.

The Elk Island Honours Choir donated 26 kilograms (58 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thanks to Clover Bar Junior High School for their recent donation of 54 kilograms (120 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Trinity Baptist Church Women’s Brunch. They raised 77 kilograms (170 pounds) of non-perishable items and $700 for the Food Bank.

We wish to thank the Ardrossan United Church for their donation of 21 kilograms (47 pounds).

St. Theresa Catholic Elementary School donated 40 kilograms (88.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the folks at Midas Muffler for their donation of 67 kilograms (147 pounds).

The 19th Girl Guides recently donated 61 kilograms (135 pounds) of food and $75 to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank Katherine Hanna from Desjardin Insurance for a donation of 97 kilograms (214.5 pounds) of food.

St. Sophia’s Ukranian Catholic Parish recently made a donation to the Food Bank.

Thanks to the 1st Ardrossan Spark Girl Guides for their donation of 499 kilograms (1099 pounds) of food.

Ardrossan Pathfinders made 277 bag kits, 189 snack kits and repackaged dog treats for the Food Bank.

Thank you to the following monthly donors for their ongoing generosity:

• Bedford Manor
• Pookey’s Pets – 62 kilograms (136.5 pounds) of food
• Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church – 52 kilograms (114.5 pounds) of food.

We are sending a big Thank You to the folks at AMA for carrying out the Shredding Event on April 22nd! And thank you to the many participants who collectively donated 1,219 kilograms (2,686.5 pounds) of non-perishable items and $5,367.25 to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank the folks at Emerald Hills Landing for their recent donation of 144 kilograms (317 pounds) of food.

Thank you to everyone who took part in organizing and contributing donations to the Easter Egg Hunt on April 8th! As a result the Food Bank received 357 kilograms (788 pounds) of non-perishable items and $5,577.65 in funds.

We wish to thank St. Luke Catholic School for their donation of 34.5 kilograms (76 pounds) of food.

New Horizon Elementary School donated 115 kilograms (253.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Madonna Catholic Elementary School for their recent donation of 143 kilograms (315.5 pounds) of food.

Pine Street Elementary School donated 40 kilograms (87.5 pounds) of food.

We would like to thank Clover Bar Junior High School for their donation of 1,180 kilograms (2,601 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Holy Spirit Catholic School for donating 177 kilograms (390 pounds) of food.

We are truly amazed at the generous support we have received from local schools recently!

Heritage Crystal Manor donated 31 kilograms (69 pounds) of food.

A special Thank You to Loblaws for their donation of 1,212 kilograms (2,671 pounds) of food that was generated as a result of their Loblaws Feed More Families Spring Tour.

Thank you to Pentelechuk & Son for their recent donation of 125 kilograms (275 pounds) of potatoes.

We wish to thank the Mills Haven Animal Hospital for their donation of 8 boxes of items to the Food Bank.

Thank you to the many donors in our community for their generosity as part of the Loblaws Feed More Families Spring Tour 2023. The donation bin at Superstore was already overflowing last Saturday and the event does not end until Saturday, April 8th!!

We wish to thank Woodbridge Farms Elementary School for their donation of 139 kilograms (306.5 pounds) of food.

Sherwood Park Ringettes donated 58 kilograms (128 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Elementary School for their donation of 83 kilograms (182 pounds) of food and $55 worth of gift cards.

In March Pookey’s Pets donated a total of 108 kilograms (237 pounds) of food.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church donated a total of 74 kilograms (163.5 pounds) of food in March.

Also in March, Crystal Manor donated a total of 36 kilograms (78.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Pentelechuk & Son for their ongoing donation of potatoes to the Food Bank. Your ongoing support is amazing.

We wish to thank the 1st Sherwood Park Trex Girl Guides for their recent donation of 68 kilograms (150 pounds) of food and $20 to the Food Bank.

The Women in Business Association of Sherwood Park collected 67 kilograms (147 pounds) of non-perishable food and feminine hygiene products for the Food Bank during their March 7th event.

We wish to thank the Boys and Girls Club Strathcona for their recent donation of 9 hours of time to create 303 bag kits for the Food Bank.

Hastings Lake Community League donated 32 kilograms (71.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Sherwood Heights Winter Carnival 2023 for their donation of $100 and 56 kilograms (124.5 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

The 1st Sherwood Park Brownies (ages 7 and 8) donated 28.5 hours of their time recently when they made 176 snack kits and put together 20 packs of tea at the Food Bank. They also donated 35 kilograms (77.5 pounds) of food. Thank you for your great efforts!

We wish to thank Ardrossan United Church for their recent donation of 27 kilograms (60.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Bedford Lodge for a donation of 4.7 kilograms (10.5 pounds) of food.

Confetti Sweets recently donated 40 kilograms (88 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Park Pentacostal Church for their recent donation of 26 kilograms (58 pounds) of food.

St. Sophia Catholic Church donated 7 kilograms (15.5 pounds) of food.

We wish to acknowledge our gratitude to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church and Pookey’s Pets for their continuous weekly support.

We wish to thank the ladies at Linking Generations for their recent donation of 72 kilograms (159.5 pounds) of items to the Food Bank.

Thank you to the Sherwood Park Junior Kings U11 Arrows who recently came to the Food Bank and in 35 minutes put together 144 snack bags. Well done!

We wish to thank Louvic Transport for their recent donation of 337 kilograms (742 pounds) of frozen bread.

Emerald Hills Eye Centre donated 95 kilograms (209 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Fortis for its recent donation of 81 kilograms (178.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you so much to the Ardrossan 1st Sparks and Brownies for their donations to the Food Bank. Brandie, her crew of parents and 15 Sparks and Brownies donated 219 packages of cheese and crackers, lots of egg cartons and containers, $46 and 40 volunteer hours making 131 snack kits for school age children. Amazing!

We wish to acknowledge the continuing support of Food Banks Canada to the Strathcona Food Bank.  Most recently Food Banks Canada, as part of its 2022 Capacity Boost Grant, provided funding to allow us to purchase 2 coolers in support of our fresh food program.   As a result of the generosity of this grant, we will be able to safely increase the fresh foods provided to our client community.

Thank you to Oxygen Yoga for their recent donation of 83 kilograms (184 pounds) of food.

The Glen Allan Scouts donated 285 kilograms (629 pounds) of food and $55 to the Food Bank recently.

We must offer a huge Thank You to Sherwood Toyota for their very generous financial donation to the Food Bank recently. They have been extremely supportive of the Food Bank over the years.

Thank you to the Air Canada Pionairs for their donation late last year of 46 kilograms (102 pounds) of non-perishable food.

We wish to thank Confetti Sweets for their recent donation of 6 boxes of cookies.

Pookey’s Pets donated 13 kilograms (29.5 pounds) of food.

Thanks to the folks at Crystal Manor for their donation of 29 kilograms (63 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank the Strathcona County IT Department for their donation of 5 boxes of food.

Park Dermatology recently donated 41 kilograms (91 pounds) of food and $500.

Thanks to The Baby Spa for their donation of 5 boxes.

AMA provided an additional 9 boxes of food as a result of their Fill Our Fleet campaign from last month.

We wish to thank Sherwood Care for their recent donation of $500.

Thank you to Yoga for Today for donating 82 kilograms (181 pounds) of food.

Confetti Sweets recently donated 22 kilograms (48 pounds) of food.

A donation of 65 kilograms (143 pounds) of food was recently received from Pookey’s Pets.

We wish to thank Shopper’s Drug Mart (Sherwood Park Mall location) for their donation of 18 kilograms (39 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Inter Pipeline for donating 40 kilograms (87.5 pounds) of food.

Clover Bar Junior High School donated 27 kilograms (59.5 pounds) of food.

We would like to thank Salisbury United Church for donating 226 kilograms (497.5 pounds) of food.

Recently Blackstone Industrial donated 37 kilograms (82.5 pounds) of food.

As a result of the Strathcona County’s New Year’s Eve Celebration 91 kilograms (200 pounds) of food and $422.10 in cash donations were raised for the Food Bank. We wish to thank all of those involved in organizing this event.

HQ Salon and Spa donated 2 boxes to the Food Bank recently. Thank you!

Thank you to the Buzzing Bee Academy which donated 40 kilograms (87.5 pounds) of food.

Davidson Creek Elementary School donated 942 kilograms (2,076 pounds) of food.

Thank you to Blue Cross for their donation of 178 kilograms (392 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank AA Ringette for their donation of 78 kilograms (171.5 pounds) of food.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church donated 49 kilograms (107.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to St. Nicholas Elementary School for donating 138 kilograms (305 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Blowers & Grafton Restaurant for their donation of 345 kilograms (761.5 pounds) of food.

Hastings Lake Community League donated 59 kilograms (131 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to New Horizon Elementary School for donating 230 boxes of cereal to the Food Bank.

We wish to thank the Sai Samarpan Centre for their donation of 372 kilograms (820 pounds) of food.

Heritage Hills Elementary School donated 298 kilograms (657.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Ardrossan Curling Club for donating 20 kilograms (43 pounds) of food.

The Ardrossan Junior/Senior High School donated 609 kilograms (1,342 pounds) of food.

We want to thank BIS Safety Software for their donation of 65 kilograms (143.5 pounds) of food and $90 to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Ecole Claudette-et-Denis-Tardif for donating 247 kilograms (545 pounds) of food.

First Canadian Insurance donated 99 kilograms (218 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank F.R. Haythorne Junior High School for their recent donation of 447 kilograms (985 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Air Canada Pioneers for donating 46 kilograms (102 pounds) of food.

Brentwood Elementary School donated 438 kilograms (966 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Canada Diagnostics for donating 39 kilograms (86 pounds) of food.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Elementary School donated 283 kilograms (625 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Ardrossan 55+ Club for their donation of 4 boxes of food.

We wish to thank Innovative Mortgage Solutions for their donation of 107 kilograms (236 pounds) of food.

Clover Bar Junior High School donated 132 kilograms (291 pounds) of food to the Food Bank. Thank you.

The folks at X-Treme Supplements donated 91 kilograms (200 pounds) of food.

All Star RV donated 88 kilograms (194 pounds) of food.

The Structure Group donated 238 kilograms (525 pounds) of food and $1,000 to the Food Bank.

We want to thank Uncas Elementary School for their donation of 426 kilograms (940 pounds) of food.

Westcan donated 35 kilograms (76.5 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

The Sherwood Park Arena and Sports Centre (Shell Arena) donated 302 kilograms (666 pounds) of food.

Thank you to AB Capital Region Wastewater Division for donating 65 kilograms (143 pounds) of food.

Pookey’s Pets donated 33 kilograms (73.5 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank the Ardrossan Elementary School for their donation of 198 kilograms (437.5 pounds) of food.

The Sherwood Park United Church donated 51 kilograms (113 pounds) of food to the Food Bank.

The folks at Foxhaven Grande donated 91 kilograms (200.5 pounds) of food.

Keyera Energy donated 7 boxes of food to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Fountain Tire for their donation of 44 kilograms (96 pounds) of food.

We want to thank the Campbelltown Elementary School for their donation of 1,405 kilograms (3,097.5 pounds) of food.

The Sherwood Care Centre & Senators U16AA hockey team donated 199 kilograms (439.5 pounds) of food.

Thank you to the Millshaven Elementary School for donating 134 kilograms (295.5 pounds) of food.

Baseline Chiropractic donated 5 boxes to the Food Bank.

Bev Facey High School donated 15 boxes to the Food Bank.

Thank you to Pine Street Elementary School for donating 349 kilograms (769 pounds) of food.

We wish to thank Salisbury Composite High School for donating 596 kilograms (1,314 pounds) of food.

Elk Island Central Office donated 7 boxes to the Food Bank.

Thank you to The Factory & Body Salon for their donation of 8 bags.

Bright Horizon Child Care donated 9 bags.

Thank you to Reflections Centre in the Park for donating 14 bags.

We want to thank the Sherwood Park Curling Club for their donation of 118 kilograms (261 pounds) of food and $1,600.

Thank you to the Strathcona County Men’s Games Committee for their recent donation.