Canadian Foodgrains Bank
Calvary has supported the CFGB, through the Caradoc Growing Project for many years.
World hunger is growing.
According to the UN, over 828 million people are facing food insecurity, and 98% of them live in developing countries. Climate disasters such as the flood in Pakistan or drought in east Africa, and military conflict as seen in Syria contribute to this continuing need.
In the beginning, CFGB shipped grain harvested from Canadian farms, to those in need in bags such as the one located at the front of the sanctuary. Over time, it was decided that sourcing grain closer to the areas in need was more efficient and cost effective. Fundraising in Canada was the better way to go. Working with over 100 international partners in over 70 countries, the CFGB works to ease the suffering of our global neighbours.
Your financial support would be greatly appreciated. Donation envelopes are available at the front and back of the sanctuary. These envelopes can be put into the offering plates located in the sanctuary. Alternately, donation envelopes can be deposited through the mail slot next door to the education wing of the church at the south end of the building.
Please make sure to make the cheque payable to "Canadian Foodgrains Bank" and NOT Calvary. Canadian Foodgrains will issue tax receipts, NOT the church office.
Write "Caradoc Growing Project" in the Memo line in the bottom left hand corner of the cheque.
E-transfer of donations is also possible. E-transfer to caradocgrowingproject@gmail.com It is imperative that your full address and postal code be included in the message box in order to receive a tax receipt.
Please indicate donation is from Calvary United Church.
Please send your donation by November 1st, 2022.
Unfortunately, again this year, the Outreach Committee does not feel that they can hold the Annual Harvest Dinner in support of CFGB. However, frozen vegetarian entrees will be sold at the upcoming Calvary bazaar scheduled for Saturday November 5th. Profits from the sale of these items will be forwarded to CFGB so please leave some space in your home freezer for some yummy food.
If your plan is to send money to CFGB for the flooding in Pakistan, the Canadian Government will match it if you send it on or before September 28th. These donations should be sent directly to CFGB and NOT deposited at Calvary.
Canadian Foodgrain Bank
Box 767
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3C 2L4
Thank you for your financial support!
As an added piece of information, Bonnie McNichol has been successful in her application to participate in "Hunger on the Hill". She will join other supporters of CFGB from Across Canada in Ottawa in mid October. Participants will learn about the importance of advocacy in addressing the major challenges of hunger throughout the world. They will have an opportunity to meet and discuss issues directly with MPs who make decisions about Canada's role in enhancing food security in impoverished countries.