Did you know that food insecurity has been declared an emergency in Mississauga; 1 in 13 of our neighbours rely on Food Banks. HHRA has registered to become part of the Hunger Warriors Program in support of Food Banks Mississauga.
Our 2025 campaign goals includes raising $1000 in donations and organizing volunteer team(s) to help sort food donations at their warehouse location. We invite residents in our community to join our campaign against hunger!
Here are two ways you can help make a difference!
While all donations are highly appreciated, financial donations are particularly important for allowing purchases of fresh produce and other essentials. Just $1 dollar provides food for one nutritious meal. Every contribution counts, and together we can make a real difference in our communities.
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To donate click here to provide a financial contribution which will be attributed to the HHRA fundraising campaign. Tax receipts will be provided for donations of $10 or more.
Adults and youth (ages 9-17) in our neighbourhood are welcome to volunteer at the Food Bank warehouse to help sort
and pack food donations for distribution. HHRA can create a team of 12 people per session. The first session is scheduled for March 12th (see below). Additional sessions will be scheduled on future dates depending on the number of volunteers that register.​
First Volunteer Session (12 People)
Food Banks Mississauga
Date: March 12, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: 4544 Eastgate Pkwy, Mississauga, ON, L4W 3W6
How to Sign Up as a Volunteer
1. Read the information below carefully to ensure you understand the volunteer requirements outlined by Food Banks Mississauga.
2. Print and complete the volunteer waiver below for any youth (ages 9-17) participating in this event.
3. To volunteer click here Please complete the HHRA volunteer registration form by March 8th. You will be contacted to confirm your registration and to indicate your participation for March 12th or for a later session. ​​​
Volunteer Responsibilities:
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Sort food donations according to best before dates, package integrity, and food type to prepare them to be distributed to neighbours through our network, and inspect and package food donations to ensure they meet health and safety requirements.
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Build, pack, label, scan, and stack food boxes, and recycle packaging materials, bale cardboard, etc.
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Clean up the food sorting area with fellow volunteers at the end of the shift.​​
Volunteer Requirements:
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Be able to be active for more than 2 hours
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Be able to lift 20-40 lbs
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Must wear closed toe shoes/ boots
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Youth younger than 18 (ages 9-17) must bring a signed waiver with parental/guardian permission and must be accompanied by adult.
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Volunteer Waivers:
Youth (ages 9-17) must bring a signed waiver with parental/guardian permission to participate in this
event. Please click on the pdf icon to view and print the form. The waiver form must be signed and
submitted to your Team Leader for youth members to participate.
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