Archway Community Services is inviting local businesses and community members to support the upcoming 13th Annual Toys for Tots Christmas Brunch, taking place on Sunday, November 23rd, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre.
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As school starts again, the Archway Starfish Pack program is gearing up to help 730 Abbotsford students with food every weekend.
The Starfish Pack program has become a vital support system for families struggling with the high cost of living. The program provides meal ingredients for two breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners, and snacks to provide the essentials over the weekend in between school food programs.
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As a dedicated educator in Abbotsford since 2012, Jana has spent her career finding meaningful ways to support students and families. While her teaching journey has taken many forms – music teacher, school counsellor, and now a learning support teacher – her connection to her students has remained constant. One of the key ways she’s been able to support the development of her students is through nutrition – that’s where Starfish Pack comes in.
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Thank you for being part of a community that cares about making sure everyone has access to nutritious, and culturally preferred foods. We truly appreciate your support and understanding as we work through some challenges.
Due to a drop in funding, we’ve had to make some tough decisions. Like many food banks across BC, Archway Food Bank is facing financial limits that affect what we can provide.
Until now, we’ve been able to offer milk and eggs to families with children and to people over 60 at no cost. Starting September 1st, we will only be able to offer one of these items—milk or eggs, not both.
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Here at Archway Food Bank, we’re always thankful for the incredible support provided by our community—every donation truly makes a difference. If you follow us on Instagram or Facebook, you may have seen our Most Needed Items posts. These posts are a simple way to let people know which items are currently in short supply.
Did you notice a second list that appears every other month: our Most Requested Items? You might be wondering, what’s the difference—and why does it matter?
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The Archway Food Bank continues to respond to rising food insecurity, now serving 6,000 clients each month. This number has gone up from an average of 3,500 clients in 2022, highlighting the ongoing and growing need for supplemental food assistance in Abbotsford.
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