James & Lawrence Meier Food for Families Fund

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.

On behalf of the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation, Council 7315 of Nipawin proudly presented a $3,000 donation to the Nipawin Salvation Army Food Bank earlier this morning. Grand Knight Ron Saretzky made the presentation to Sheri Fengstad, Community Services Coordinator for the Nipawin Salvation Army.

The Nipawin Salvation Army Food Bank, located at 714 8th Street West, is a vital community resource and a proud member of Food Banks Canada. It provides emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need throughout the Nipawin area, operating with a mission to combat hunger and support vulnerable populations.

Ms. Fengstad expressed deep gratitude for the contribution, noting that the donation arrived at a critical time, as their supply of dry food products was significantly depleted.

Sincere thanks to the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus Charitable Foundation and the Nipawin Knights of Columbus for their generous support of this essential community service.

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, Wayne Bunz, Grand Knight of Father David Gilles Council #5858 in Moosomin, presented a cheque to Samantha Campbell of the Moosomin Food Share. In expressing her gratitude, Ms. Campbell stated, “Donations such as this are immensely valuable. At present, we spend between $3,000 and $5,000 per month on groceries alone. This contribution will be instrumental in supporting our food purchasing efforts.”

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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.