James & Lawrence Meier Food for Families Fund

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, Mary Mother of the Church Council #11888 was honoured to present a $3,000.00 cheque to Father Daniel Yasinski on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

This donation is designated to support the parish’s food distribution program, which provides essential assistance to individuals and families in need of financial support to purchase food.

Adrien Piche took the photograph following the celebration of Mass. The cheque presentation took place just before the final blessing, in front of a full congregation and a packed gymnasium.

Council #11888 extends its sincere gratitude to the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, particularly through the  James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, and in partnership with the DeSchryver Family Endowment, for their generous support.

God bless you all.

Adrien Piche
Financial Secretary
Council #11888

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, Moose Mountain Council #10317 in Carlyle proudly presented a donation of $3,000.00 to the Carlyle & District Food Bank. This vital organization, operated by dedicated volunteers since 1989, provides monthly food hampers to individuals and families in need throughout the region. George Anderson, Financial Secretary; Theresa Luedke, Manager of the Carlyle & District Food Bank; Jerry Weber, Trustee; and Ray Boutin, Grand Knight, attended the presentation.

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.

This photograph captures a moment of heartfelt gratitude as Father Kevin McGee, Pastor of St. Mary’s Church in Saskatoon, receives a generous donation from the Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation. The cheque, for $3,000, was presented by Deacon Nicholas Blom, Financial Secretary of Council #9538, through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund.

This contribution will provide vital financial support for St. Mary’s Church’s ongoing efforts to serve the marginalized in the surrounding community. Specifically, it will aid the Church’s “front door food hamper ministry,” which offers daily food assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. Through this compassionate outreach, St. Mary’s continues to embody its mission of service and solidarity with those in need.

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, Grand Knight Matthew Parker, Foundation Director Mervyn Welter, and State Warden Tom Schwab proudly present a cheque to Erin Katerynych, Executive Director of the Battlefords & District Food Bank.

The Battlefords District Food & Resource Centre, also known as The Empty Stocking Fund Inc., is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty in the Battlefords region. Since its founding in the 1950s, the Centre has evolved into a vital community hub, offering a diverse range of programs, including emergency food hampers, school nutrition initiatives, clothing drives, and support services for individuals and families in need.

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, District Deputy Rejean Houle proudly presents a cheque to Major Laurie Reilly, Pastor of The Salvation Army in Yorkton, in support of the Yorkton Food Bank.

Operated by The Salvation Army, the Yorkton Food Bank serves as a vital resource for individuals and families facing food insecurity in Yorkton and the surrounding communities. Located at 78 South Front Street, the food bank provides essential groceries and household necessities, while also offering compassionate support services aimed at helping clients rebuild their lives.

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, Financial Secretary Les Strinholm, Grand Knight Art Legatt, and Past Grand Knight Ron Holaday had the honour of presenting a donation cheque to Ellen Zuck, Manager of the Melfort & Area Food Bank. The Melfort & Area Food Bank, a proud member of Food Banks Canada, operates as an emergency food resource for residents of Melfort and the surrounding area, providing essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity.

This contribution was made possible through the James and Lawrence Meier Food For Families Fund, which is dedicated to supporting food banks across Saskatchewan in their efforts to combat food insecurity.