St. Paul's on-the-Hill Community Food Bank

08/31/2026

Fresh Food, Full Hearts!

We are tremendously grateful to the amazing donors and community partners who make it possible for us to offer such an incredible variety of fresh produce to our clients each week.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy, balanced diet and with grocery costs continuing to stretch household budgets, having access to fresh food can make a meaningful difference for the families we serve.

To all of our generous donors who continue to share their abundance with us — thank you. Your support is helping us provide more than just food; it is providing choice, nutrition, dignity and care.

Together, we’re nourishing our community. One family at a time. 🥕🍓🥬

08/19/2026

💚 THANK YOU, SECOND HARVEST!💚

A huge thank you to our wonderful partners at Second Harvest for their generous donation of 4 skids of fresh produce and non-perishable food!

This incredible donation will help us provide nutritious food to the families and individuals who rely on our food bank, making a real difference in our community.

We are so grateful for our many years of impactful partnership with Second Harvest. Together, we’re working to rescue good food, reduce waste, and most importantly, ensure no one in our community goes hungry.

Thank you, Second Harvest, for continuing to stand alongside us and the families we serve. We couldn’t do it without you!

08/13/2026

The City of Pickering is helping connect more residents with the opportunity to enjoy the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) this summer! 🎡🍦🎢☀️

The Canadian National Exhibition has provided the City with 1,000 complimentary admission passes for residents who may be facing financial, accessibility, or other barriers that can make recreation and family experiences harder to access.

As part of its commitment to reducing barriers to participation and creating more equitable access to experiences that contribute to quality of life, the City is working with local non-profit organizations, community groups, and public agencies that have trusted relationships with the people they serve.

Through these community connections, the passes can be distributed thoughtfully and reach residents who may benefit the most from the opportunity.

St. Paul's on-the-Hill Community Food Bank is among the first local organizations to receive passes for the individuals and families it supports, with additional passes being shared through eligible organizations across Pickering.

Thank you to the CNE for making this possible!

08/11/2026

A huge thank you to Mayor Ashe, the City of Pickering, and Mark Holland, CEO of the CNE, for their incredibly generous donation of 100 CNE passes to St. Paul’s on-the-Hill Community Food Bank! ❤️

For many families we serve, an outing like this simply isn’t within the family budget. These passes provide the opportunity to step away from the everyday stresses, enjoy a fun day together, and create long-lasting memories that they otherwise may not have been able to make.

We are so grateful for your generosity and for recognizing that supporting families is about more than putting food on the table — it’s also about creating joy, experiences, and memories together.

Thank you for helping make this possible!

08/10/2026

THANK YOU, DONORS!

Because of your incredible generosity, we’ve been able to add milk to our Lunchbox Heroes program for another month!

In July, we distributed 440 Lunchbox Heroes bags, packed with snacks, meals and kid-friendly foods! This helps fill the gap for children who may otherwise miss out on these essentials during summer vacation when school-based food programs aren’t available.
Every donation helps us make sure no child goes hungry just because school is out.

Help us keep filling the gap - donate today and be a Lunchbox Hero!

08/05/2026

July Impact Report | Together, We’re Making a Difference

July was another incredible month of serving our community, and it’s all thanks to the generosity of our donors, the dedication of our volunteers, and the support of our partners.

The first month of Lunchbox Heroes was an incredible success! Seeing 440 children leave with lunchboxes packed with kid-friendly food reinforces just how important this program is for families in our community. As summer continues, we’re proud to help fill the gap when school meal programs aren’t available.

Every number represents someone who didn’t have to choose between food and other necessities. Every visit represents hope, compassion, and a community that cares.

Thank you to everyone who donates, volunteers, hosts food drives, and supports our mission. Together, we’re ensuring no one in our community has to face hunger alone. 💚

07/11/2026

What an incredible day!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by Derek’s Independent today to become a Lunchbox Hero!

Because of your generosity, we collected so many kid-friendly food items that will help ensure children in our community have nutritious lunches and snacks throughout the summer.

It was wonderful to see our community come together for such an important cause. A special thank you to Kristin, Derek and the entire Derek’s Independent team for once again welcoming us and supporting this campaign, and to Pickering Fire Services for joining us and making the day extra special for the families who came out! 🚒

The campaign isn’t over yet!

📍 Join us tomorrow at FreshCo from 12:30pm-4:30pm

Stop by, say hello, and become a Lunchbox Hero by donating kid-friendly lunch items or a pre-packed lunchbox. Every donation helps us make sure no child goes hungry during the summer.

Together, we’re filling lunchboxes—and hearts. 💚🥪

07/10/2026

BE A LUNCHBOX HERO!!!

Join us Saturday from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Derek’s Independent (1900 Dixie Rd.) and help ensure local children have nutritious lunches during the summer months.

Every donation helps fill a Lunchbox Heroes bag with kid-friendly foods for families in our community. Whether you donate a pre-packed lunchbox or a few of our most-needed items, you’re making a real difference.

🚒 Special Visit!
From 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Pickering Fire Services will be joining us with a fire truck! Stop by to meet the firefighters, explore the truck and learn more about the important work they do in our community—fun for the whole family!

Together, we can make sure no child goes hungry this summer. 💙

07/10/2026