Volunteers

Tag: Volunteers
23 Oct

The Children’s Breakfast Clubs Thanksgiving Food Hamper Giveaway

We are excited to share that our Thanksgiving Food Hamper Giveaway on Saturday, October 12, 2024, was a huge success! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, we prepared and distributed 1,000 food hampers and 102 frozen turkeys, ensuring our families receive wholesome, nourishing meals during this important time of year. The day began bright and early at the Ontario Food Terminal, where over 90 dedicated volunteers gathered, full of energy and enthusiasm. Together, they packed fresh fruits and vegetables...

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02 Apr

Empowering Futures: Healthy Breakfast, Healthy Children, Healthy Communities

“Children need the right foods at the right time to grow and develop to their full potential.” When instilled from an early age, healthy eating habits lead to a healthier and more productive lifestyle. The risk of chronic diseases also decreases when the right amount of nutrition is provided to the body regularly. It’s safe to say that healthy and nutritious meals play an important role in each child’s growth. ...

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31 Mar

What can you do to help end child hunger?

Learn about the hidden crisis of child hunger in Canada, a problem linked closely with poverty and its impact on food insecurity. Through the blog, explore various actionable steps that you can take on an individual level to combat this issue and make a difference. ...

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31 Mar

Heroes in the Classroom: How Firemen are Igniting Change at the Children’s Breakfast Club

Dive into a world where heroes don’t just wear capes—they wear firefighting gear and carry the torch of knowledge. Our blog celebrates the remarkable partnership between firemen and the Children’s Breakfast Club, where every day begins with a nourishing meal and ends with a lesson in courage. Through captivating stories and hands-on experiences, firemen inspire young minds to dream big, overcome obstacles, and become leaders in their community. Join us as we explore the transformative power of education, mentorship, and...

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31 Mar

Uniting for Children: Fighting Hunger and Promoting Healthy Lifestyles.

The Children’s Breakfast Club (TCBC) in Southern Ontario addresses child hunger by serving nutritious breakfasts to school-aged children. With 20% of local children facing food scarcity, TCBC’s work is essential, expanding to 27 communities and offering over 5,000 weekly meals. Beyond nourishment, TCBC fosters well-being, linking a healthy start to improved learning and activity. Research supports the benefits of a good breakfast on children’s cognitive functions, including memory and concentration. TCBC educates families on consistent nutrition’s role in child development...

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