The TIVFD Food Bank Drive starts December 1st, Sunday and will run to Wednesday December 18th.
We will have a box out in front of the firehall for your donations. We will bring the donations inside daily. Food donations must not be expired
Christmas wrapping and sticky tape, ribbons, new Holiday Season cards etc. are also welcome.
Toiletries and toys are also appreciated. They must be new and not wrapped.
Top 10 food donations:
1. Peanut Butter- High in protein and enjoyed by children and adults alike, peanut butter is the MOST requested food donation item.
2. Canned Meats- Canned chicken is a hearty and wholesome way to add protein to a quick & easy meal! Canned tuna and salmon provide essential vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids.
3. Canned Beans- High in fibre and protein, canned beans are a satisfying and tasty way to add some additional substance to any meal.
4. Pasta & Pasta Sauce- Filling, wholesome, kid-approved, and easy to prepare! Pro Tip: opt for pasta sauce in cans instead of glass jars.
5. Canned Vegetables- Veggies are always in high-demand at food banks! They have a long shelf-life, they are nutrient-rich, fibre-dense, and they are the easiest way to add a healthy option.
6. Pantry Staples- This one often gets overlooked! Almost as important as having food, is being able to properly prepare it! Food banks are always running low on flour, sugar, spices, salt & pepper, condiments, and cooking oils!
7. Healthy Cereal- It's often kids and seniors who eat cereal for breakfast because it's fast & simple to prepare. Food banks wind up getting a lot of the sugary stuff, but it's important for both kids and seniors to start their day with vitamins, minerals, and fibre.
8. Healthy "After-School" Snacks- Applesauce cups, granola bars, whole-grain crackers, etc.—wholesome foods that don't need to be prepared that a hungry kid can just grab off the shelf.
9. Baby Formula- Another high-demand item because baby formula is pricey, and not every mother is able to breastfeed. Many families get government assistance with formula, but it never hurts to have on hand.
10. Baby Food- Same with the formula, food banks are always happy to have some healthy options available for infants, just in case.
It is a tough season for many and all donations will help ease the burden many families have in choosing between food and some festive gifts for loved ones.
Fire Chief J. Caldbeck
Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.
Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 3:37PM 
