Sharing is a wonderful thing

We learn it in kindergarten. We exhort our kids to do it. Sometimes, in adult life we forget the value of it. In the food bank world it is a huge joy to both give and receive. These past few weeks we have benefited from the generosity of Welcome Hall, a grocery store in Cote St. Luc, a food supply company in St. Laurent, Westminster Presbyterian, Christ Church in Beaurepaire and Westview Bible Church. Without the help of others we can't help others.
It is also a joy to be able to help other organizations. We have access to some supplies we can't use ourselves. We are networked with other groups that can use them, so we share. Whether it is coffee, huge cans of beans or snacks for kids programs, it is awesome to be able to call our friends and say we can help them out.
We have learned what a blessing it is to receive, and to share with those in need.

Together, we make a bigger difference.

Peace,

K

Together We Can Make a Difference.

Together We Can Make a Difference. This has been our tag line for a few years now. Why? Because it is true. Alone, we are limited in what we can actually accomplish, especially when it comes to something as large as poverty. when we work together however, good things can happen.

We have had a tough couple of weeks when it comes to food supplies. It just seems that companies are holding onto their stuff longer. However, yesterday we received a call from Welcome Hall Mission, offering us food supplies. We were there 2 hours later with a truck to pick up 3 pallets of food and 20 racks of bread. We appreciate their generosity and willingness to share. A few hours later, I received an email from a grocery store that helps us out when they can. Rocky said they had some food for us. He usually fills our van.

This is what I was talking about in the beginning. When we work together, more people get fed. Less food is wasted. It really makes a difference.

We are in need of a dock level delivery truck. We are exploring lease possibilities, but it would be amazing if one was donated. With a truck at our disposal, we have access to more food, which means more families get taken care of.

Together, We Can Make a Difference.

Peace,

K

A Great Week

This has been a good week. Actually a good couple of weeks. Yesterday we picked up about 4 tons of rubber gym flooring, donated by Monster Gym. Today, we pick up 126 cases of cold cuts, and Jack Astor's is giving us some dishes. As I type, there are 5 women from Westview Bible Church packaging Ramen noodles for our food bank.

There is something energizing about people's generosity. Whether they are donating goods, money or giving of their time, it is encouraging to those of us who do this every day. Thank you to all who give to this work.

Peace,

K

Good News

We received a phone call today from one of the families we serve. The lady called to say that she was very thankful for all the help we have given her family, but they no longer needed our food support. She found employment. She can now take care of her own family.

This is the kind of news that makes me smile. We are so happy for her. I can't imagine how good that phone call must have felt to her. This is why we do what we do.

We heard from 3 other families this week as we did our check-ins that they no longer need our services. It is good to see families getting on their feet. So far it has been a good week.

Peace,

K

The light at the end....

We can see the light at the end of the tunnel called renovation.
We have had our share of challenges. No doubt you heard about our fridge fiasco. Well, it was delivered, almost as promised. 5 months late but it is working. Thanks to the Gazette, the Suburban, and the many people who called Metro Caisse on our behalf. You helped motivate them to keep their promise.

There is still some work to do but we are almost there. The date for our Grand Opening is Saturday, May 7th, from 1pm - 5pm. We will have a BBQ and celebrate this new beginning. The adress is 9554 Gouin West in Pierrefonds. Please, join us in our celebration, and see first hand the imfamous fridge.

Peace,

K

We need your help

We have been waiting 5 months for Metro Caisse to deliver our walk-in fridge that is fully paid for. They have been promising that it will be delivered every week. It turns out they sold us something they did not have. It cost us about $4000, which is a ton of cash to a charity. Mr. Roy, the owner continually promises results he has no intention of producing. How can you help? I am asking EVERYONE to call Metro and inquire as to when our fridge will be delivered. something like, " I am calling on behalf of On Rock Ministries, when will you be delivering our fridge". We have turned down $1000s of dollars of food because we do not have this fridge. Please help us. The # is 514-273-2274. Call often. Thank you.

Food bank and Renovations

We are half way through our slowest months of the year. After Christmas, food supplies tend to dry up pretty quickly. January and February are a challenge. So far this year we have been doing alright. We have had a few slim weeks, but our Christmas collection has helped us through this period. We are now serving 130 families every week and the number is climbing as we increase our food supplies. We have 20 families on our waiting list.

We are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel as far as renovations go. Last weekend we had 11 people come in and paint the whole facility in 1 day. It was amazing. The office and kitchen are almost complete. We will begin building the snack bar this week. The floor on the center side is still a question, but I am sure we will figure that out soon.

Our Grand opening should be announced soon. Stay tuned.

Peace,

K