Our Direct Giving Program is turning five!
This December marks five years of our Direct Giving Program. When we first launched in 2020, our goal was simple but ambitious: to improve access to fresh, local, responsible food for families in need across Montreal. Your donations over the years, no matter the size, have helped stock the fridges of those who need it most. Here’s a breakdown of what we’ve accomplished together:
- More than 30,000 baskets delivered. That’s tens of thousands of grocery trips made fresh, local, and accessible.
- 4,500 individuals served. Roughly one in every 500 residents of the Island of Montreal have benefited from your donations.
- Over $3.5 million in groceries ordered. Each household receives $30 per family member per week, plus another 25% off fruits and veg to make sure fresh food is never out of reach.
- Ten partner organizations over the years. A special thanks to Au cœur de l’enfance, CEJFI, Les Fourchettes de l'Espoir, West Island Mission, Chic Resto Pop, Native Montreal, The Depot, Women on the Rise, Benedict Labre House, and Native Women's Shelter of Montreal. These orgs know their communities deeply and have helped us reach those who benefit most.
- Continuous support from Lufavores. None of this would be possible without the generosity of our community. Thank you so much for your contributions.
Every dollar donated goes in full to feeding our neighbours, so if you have the means this holiday season, consider heading to your account settings and making a weekly donation, a one-time contribution, or giving your end-of-year Giveback credits to help keep the Direct Giving Program going strong for years to come.