Food Bank supported agency helps youth living on the street

The police directed me to an agency that works with youth on the street.

Not much left after rent

Her disease has taken her strength, her job, and her security.

They had never imagined needing a food bank...

Until quite recently, he has always had plenty of work, and they had never imagined needing a food bank.

New to Canada

He discovers that his qualifications don’t meet Alberta’s standards and must return to school.

A rough couple of years

When he came to the Food Bank for help, he had managed to stay clean for several months and was renting a room. He had a job lined up for the following week, but not a cent to his name.

Not enough money to cover all the costs and groceries

When the bills arrived at the end of the month, she found there was not enough money to cover all the costs and groceries.

Very grateful for the hamper

Mom asked the Food Bank for help, she felt strange because she usually donates and is uncomfortable being on the other side. She thinks this will be the only time she will need help and is very grateful for the hamper.