They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. This usually refers to the weather but it would be nice if it could be applied to food reliability in people’s homes. For many, March comes in as a lion alright and stays the lion through the end of March and beyond.

The inability to provide for oneself and one’s family can wear down even the staunchest lion heart when the money just is not there. It can be easy to dismiss people in this situation. Blame it on their spending habits or assume that they are unwilling to work.

But if you’ve been around a food bank at all you know that there are a multitude of reasons for people to need help. Being laid off. Being disabled. A chronic illness. Soaring rents and mortgage payments. A minimum wage job in a world of skyrocketing prices.

Don’t be fooled. Dire financial straits can happen to anyone.

The good people at the Kingsville Community Food Bank know all about this. They are always ready to offer assistance to those in need. We appreciate the ongoing efforts of the Food Bank volunteers, and we are thankful for those in our community who give so generously.

Here’s a list of particular items that the Food Bank is looking for in March:

They also welcome gift cards for groceries, products for babies, pet supplies including dog and cat food, laundry and dish detergents, toilet paper, paper towels, and more. Cardboard boxes and cloth bags are always welcome. If you can help, the Food Bank thanks you for your generosity.

The Food Bank is located at 18 Division Street North in Kingsville across the street from RBC Bank. You can also use their drop-off bin inside Zehrs, shown in the picture below.

Check out their Facebook page to learn more.

Hours and Contact Information:

Tuesdays
9 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Wednesdays
4 p.m. – 7 p.m. 
Thursdays
9 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Services: Curbside pickup

Phone: (519) 733-8591
Email: kingsvillefoodbank@gmail.com

Top image by Παῦλος from Pixabay
Food Bank list and bin images from Debby Jarvis-Chausse