Emergency Food Services

Charlotte & Shane – Emergency Food Department Podcast

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Neighbour to Neighbour Centre (N2N) began more than 30 years ago as a small food bank and was built on the fundamental principle of helping those in need on Hamilton Mountain.

Our food bank is the only emergency food provider on Hamilton Mountain. Our food programs have evolved into an indispensable part of our community’s social fabric. Neighbour to Neighbour works to improve the quality of life in our community by offering emergency food through 3 programs: Food Bank, Home Delivery and our Christmas Market program.

"…thank you … I was at my lowest point… and I am leaving with a full grocery cart…"

Our Community Impact

Impact of your donation

For every $ donated to Neighbour to Neighbour, we can distribute $11 worth of food in the community.

Food Collected926,976 Pounds of food collected
36% Is produce, meat and dairy food collected valued at $2,410,130
2,325 Pounds of food donated to the Community Food Centre

People Served13,825 Units of service
1,152 Families per month
9,089 Individuals
23,464 Families served since 1986
8% Of clients are seniors

Christmas Market Program1,450 Households attended our Christmas Market which ensures milk, eggs, meat and 3 vegetables to every household in addition to non-perishables

Home Delivery481 Home Deliveries were made to clients who are unable to access our food bank due to medical challenges.

Food Collected | 2016 - 2019

Volunteers

13,852 hours contributed by the food bank and warehouse team

Emergency Food volunteer participation increased by 15% over 3 years

"Neighbour to Neighbour allows me to have a choice when I shop and the volunteers treat me with dignity and respect."

"…our family thanks you for your kindness and generosity during this holiday season. The food that you have provided is very much appreciated and will not be forgotten.""