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News
June 04,2013
The following items are in demand at the Kitchen.
- Salad Dressing- All kinds
- Peanut Butter
- Jam
- Juice
Thank you for your generous assistance!
May 07, 2013
Fredericton and Oromocto Food Banks Ask their Communities to
“Give It Up” for Hunger
Help raise awareness of food need in Canada during Hunger Awareness Week (May 6-10)
Fredericton & Oromocto, NB – The Fredericton Food Bank, The Salvation Army Food Bank, The Oromocto Food Bank and The Fredericton Community Kitchen are proud to be participating in the Give It Up for Hunger campaign to mark Hunger Awareness Week, May 6th-10th, 2013. Hunger Awareness Week is a week-long initiative that challenges Canadians to learn more about the issue of hunger, the important work of food banks and community kitchens, and to take action.
Nearly 900,000 Canadians will visit a food bank for assistance this month alone. Of those, 38% are children. Hunger is often a hidden issue and we are working to change that fact with Hunger Awareness Week.
In Fredericton and Oromocto the need is represented by more than 1,200 families seeking assistance each month from The Fredericton Food Bank, The Salvation Army Food Bank, and The Oromocto Food Bank combined, and the nearly 10,000 meals served each month at The Fredericton Community Kitchen. Many are not aware that food boxes are available only once per month due to supply and that one box typically lasts a family less than one week.
All across the country, Canadians are being encouraged to Give It Up for Hunger during Hunger Awareness Week.
What does ‘giving it up’ really mean? It’s as easy as three simple steps:
Give It Up
Close to 900,000 Canadians have had to rely on food banks this past month; on May 8th, we’re asking Canadians to understand what it’s like to have food out of reach by fasting for a day and giving up breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Give a Shout
Share your experience by going online to show your support via Facebook, Twitter, or a blog.
Give It Out
Donate food, funds or your time to your local food bank. The items most in need within our community are cereal, jam, canned sandwich meat, canned vegetables, and laundry detergent.
For more information on Hunger Awareness Week visit www.hungerawarenessweek.ca.
About Hunger Awareness Week
Hunger Awareness Week was created to provide food banks and community kitchens with an opportunity to educate the public about the reality of hunger in Canada and to encourage all Canadians to make a choice to help those in need. Close to 900,000 individuals turn to food banks for support each month, and close to 2 million Canadians are food insecure, struggling with not knowing where their next meal may come from. Today, more than 900 food banks and 2,900 affiliated agencies work in communities across the country to assist Canadians in need.
* Source: HungerCount2012, Food Banks Canada. For the complete 2012 HungerCount report please go to: http://www.foodbankscanada.ca/HungerCount.htm
Media Contacts:
Aimée Foreman
Executive Director
Fredericton Community Kitchen
(506) 457-1788
Jane Buckley
Executive Director
Oromocto Food Bank
(506) 357-3461
Elizabeth Thurber-Crawford
Executive Director
Fredericton Food Bank
(506) 459-7461
Janet Thomas
Community and Family Services Ministry Worker
(506) 453-1706
Marzena Gersho
Food Banks Canada
Marzena@foodbankscanada.ca
647- 242-5919
416- 203-9241 x228
April 22, 2013
Our Volunteer Application Page is working again! Please accept our apologies for the delay.
This week is National Volunteer Week. On behalf of the board of directors, staff and our clients, we graciously and humbly thank all of our volunteers who assists us in making life a little better for Fredericton's less fortunate citizens. What we do, couldn't be accomplished without an amazing group of people. Thank you!
April 04, 2013
Starting today, The Fredericton Community Kitchen will be posting items that we are in limited supply of. Donations of the following items will be greatly appreciated.
- Laundry detergent
- Jam
- Ketchup
- Milk, fresh or canned
- Chicken
Thank you so much for your help!
March 20,2014
The Kitchen will be closed until 10:00 a.m.today due to the weather. Please call 457-1788 if you have any questions.
March 14, 2013
Folks, Our volunteer page is still experiencing some kinks so please accept our most sincere apologies. Until further notice, please contact Aimee at 457-1788 or e-mail her directly at supper@nb.aibn.com . Thank you again for your interest in volunteering!
February 01, 2013
A few stories on George's retirement.
http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/Canada/NB/ID/2331150249/
January 14, 2013
NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR FREDERICTON COMMUNITY KITCHENS INC.
The Board of Directors of the Fredericton Community Kitchens Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Aimée Foreman as its new Executive Director. Foreman is well-known as a strong community leader and business consultant, having served as Chief Operating Officer for former real estate firm, Greenarm. A strong passion to advance poverty reduction efforts has led her to volunteer as President of the Board of Fredericton Homeless Shelters and Chair of the Fredericton Community Action Group on Homelessness. Foreman and her consulting team of A. Foreman Consulting provide services to the private, public, and non-profit sectors; specializing in facilitation, strategic planning, and change management.
When asked why this opportunity was of interest Foreman responded, “When I learned that George was leaving the Kitchen I immediately saw this as an area where we could truly make a difference. I felt I was well-positioned to build on what George has developed over the years, first because of our passion for working in this sector, and second, because our team has the experience and expertise to help take the Kitchen to the next level of their evolution. We can draw upon the relationships we have within the community, in all sectors, to mutual benefit, helping the Kitchen reach its objectives. I am eagerly looking forward to working with the clients, staff, and volunteers of the Kitchen.”
When asked what the priorities for the Kitchen are in the upcoming year, Board President Bill Gourley said “We want to maximize corporate food donations and ensure we are reaching as many clients in need within the Greater Fredericton Area as we possibly can. We are asking Aimée to create more partnerships and to evaluate clients’ needs particularly on the North Side, where we feel more needs to be done.”
Co-founder and present Administrator, George Piers, will be retiring at the end of January after 30 years of committed service to the Kitchen and will leave a lasting legacy and solid foundation for the organization. Foreman will bring vast experience to the organization as she works with the Board, volunteers, staff, and community partners to provide guidance during this transition period and continues to provide services to our clients in the Fredericton area.
January 10, 2013
Folks, it has come to our attention that the online application for volunteering was not working. Please accept our sincerest apologies and with a few changes, it will be working again.
We are working on copying all recent applications to ensure your interest is passed onto the appropriate staff. Again, apologies are in order.
January 03, 2013
Please join us January 11, 2013 for a retirement dinner to honour George Piers for his 30 year involvement with the Fredericton Community Kitchen.
Location: Capital Winter Club, 232 Rookwood Avenue
Time: Reception: 6:30 followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are $10 per person and available at the Kitchen, so please contact Sheryl at 457-1788.
December 17,2012
Awesome Christmas Ideas!
Aprons $10
Papa John's Pizza Coupon books $5.00 $60 plus dollars in savings!!
Please call the Kitchen at 457-1788 and ask for George or Sheryl.
Mid November
Operation Keep the Change started and the Fredericton Community Kitchen is proud to be one of the recipients of this generous fundraiser.
November 2, 2012
The Real Estate Board of Fredericton, recently held a bowl-a-thon in support of the Fredericton Community Kitchen, raising over $16,000!
November 1, 2012
The Pak-Canadian Association of New Brunswick generously donated over 700 Pounds of beef to the Fredericton Community Kitchen!
September 20, 2012
The final list is located on our front page! Please dine out in support of the Fredericton Community Kitchen.
September 18, 2012
Welcome aboard, Wendy's Main Street and Prospect Street Restaurants! The Cedar Tree Cafe has joined us as well! Welcome, Cedar Tree Cafe.
September 14, 2012
Welcome aboard to the 4 new sign ups!
Cabin Restaurant
Hilltop Pub
The Schnitzel Parlour
Sam Snead's Oak Grill
September 13, 2012
Relish Gourmet Burgers have signed up!
September 12, 2012
Two more restuarants have signed up for our campaign!
Cafe Loka
The Blue Door (Closed Sunday)
September 11, 2012
The Fredericton Community Kitchen is proud to present "Dine Out Day Weekend, 2012."
This exciting activity has participating restaurants across Fredericton, donate a percentage of their sales, starting Friday, September 21st through to Sunday, September 23rd. So far, we have the following restaurants signed up. They are:
Crowne Plaza, Terrace Dining Room
Crowne Plaza, James Joyce Pub ( Closed Sunday)
Misu Chinese Restaurant
Garrison District Ale House (Closed Sunday)
Dolan's Pub (Closed Sunday)
Arom Chinese Restaurant
New York Fries
Teriyaki Experience
Shan Chinese Restaurant (Closed Sunday)
Fredericton Inn, Regency Dining Room
Isaac's Way
Chong's Place (Closed Sunday)
Chez Riz
Stay tuned folks, we will be adding more!
June 8th, 2012
I would like to take this time and invite everybody out to Marysville days, this coming Saturday June 8th, 2012. We are having a "Baked Ham Honey Dinner", all proceeds go towards the Fredericton Comunity Kitchens Inc. The price is $10 at the door also take outs will be availible. The super will take place at the "Marysville Heritage Center" from 4pm to 6Pm at 11 McGloin st.
April 23rd, 2012
I would like to let everyone know the the Fredericton Comunity Kitchnes Inc. will be holding there anual general meeting on Tuesday May, 1st, 2012 at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held at the Fredericton Comunity Kithchen. Everyone is welcome to attend.
March 9th, 2012
Would like to send out a special thank you to the staff from the Co-op, who came to the Fredericton Community Kitchen on Friday, March 9th, 2012. They sponsored a Irish Stew Dinner. Thank you very much..
March is Hunger Month
PARANORMAL RESEARCHERS OF FREDERICTON
I would like to thank the "PARANORMAL RESEARCHERS OF FREDERICTON" for coming in on Saturday Feb 11th, 2012. This is the groups second time coming to the "Fredericton Community Kitchens Inc.". Once we have the groups report, we will post the report for all of you to view. Once again thank you "PARANORMAL RESEARCHERS OF FREDERICTON". You are welcomed back anytime.
Happy New Year
The Community Kitchen wishes all of its staff, volunteers, donors and guests and happy and healthy 2012. We look forward to working with everyone to make our community a better place for all in the coming year.
Christmas Dinner
The Community Kitchen capped off another great year with its annual 2011 Christmas Dinner. Thanks to everyone who helped to give those in need a welcomed gift at the holidays.
Mayor's Visit
On December 15 the Mayor of Fredericton, Brad Woodside, visited the Community Kitchen to give thanks to the staff and volunteers for the important work they do for the community and he helped lend a hand to serve the guests at the Kitchen. We thank the mayor for his visit and he is welcome back anytime.
Mailout
Another successful mailout in 2011. Thanks to everyone who helped put it together and thanks to the donors. Your contributions are the life blood of the Kitchen.
Marysville Days
The Community Kitchen will be hosting the Turkey Supper at the Marysville Days celebration this weekend from 5 to 7. Tickets are $10 (there will be some available at the door) and the event is being held at the Heritage Center on McGloin Street in Marysville.
For those who agreed to volunteer please show up a few hours earlier.
Mailout a Success
Our annual mailout campaign has been a tremendous success. We again managed to raise more money than last year. Thanks so much to all of our donors. They are the reason we are able to continue to offer this important service to the community.
Christmas and New Years Meals and Gifts
The Kitchen would like to thank all of the volunteers and donors who helped make our Christmas and New Years dinners a success. We would also like to thank all of those people who donated to the Kitchen over the holidays. Your generous support is what allows us to provide these great meals to those in need.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
We would like to thank all of our volunteers and supporters and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and/or Happy Holidays. Our mailout campaign is in full swing and we are once again blessed to receive the support of the community to help keep the Kitchen going. If you have some free time over the holidays you may want to call the Kitchen and see if they need help filling in any shifts (457 1788).
Farmers Market Fundraiser
The Kitchen had a booth at the Special Holiday Farmers Market on Sunday from 10 to 3. We were selling raffle tickets on a box of donated items from the crafters at the Market and we had a seperate raffle for a picture of the Fredericton skyline, donated by volunteer and friend of the Kitchen, Donnie Maynard. We will be back next Sunday (the 19th) from 10 to 3 doing it all over again.
Thanks To Our Volunteers and Staff For All The Hard Work
The Kitchen would like to thank all of the volunteers and staff who worked at the Craft Fairs at the Exhibition Centre and the Farmers Market and those who worked at the Puck Drop at the Aitken Centre and those who already spent time signing and stuffing envelopes. As you may be able to tell, the Kitchen relies on the consistently high level of effort from these people and others like them to continue providing the invaluable service we are known and respected for. Good job everyone. Thanks.
More Fundraisers and More Volunteers Needed
November 27 & 28 Envelope Stuffing at the Kitchen
We will be signing and stuffing envelopes at the Kitchen from 1 pm onward on both Saturday November 27 and Sunday November 28, 2010. Anyone able to help is welcome.
December 12 & 19 Fundraiser at Boyce Farmers Market
We will be fundraising at the Farmers Market on Sunday December 12 and 19th, 2010, from 10 am to 3 pm. We will be selling raffle tickets on a lovely piece of art work donated by a Kitchen volunteer and we will be selling aprons and taking donations. Come out and support the Kitchen.
Upcoming Fundraisers, Volunteers Needed:
October 15, 2010, Fundraiser at Empire Theatres
The Kitchen needs a few volunteers to help on the evening of Friday, October 15, 2010, with a fundraiser at Empire Theatres in the Regent Mall. If anyone is interested in helping contact the Kitchen at supper@nb.aibn.com or call 457 1788.
November 5, 6, 7, Craft Fair at the Capitol Exhibit Centre
The Kitchen requires volunteers to help us take donations at the Craft Fair at the Capitol Exhibit Centre on Friday, November 5 from 12 to 9; Saturday, November 6 from 10 to 6 and Sunday, November 7 from 10 to 5. If anyone is interested in helping contact the Kitchen at supper@nb.aibn.com or call 457 1788.
November 18 and 19, Christmas Craft Fair at the Boyce Farmers Market
The Kitchen needs volunteers at the Farmers Market on Thursday the 18th from 10 to 9 and Friday the 19th from 10 to 9 to help take donations. If anyone is interested in helping contact the Kitchen at supper@nb.aibn.com or call 457 1788.
Chamber of Commerce Golf Fundraiser a Success
On Thursday, August 26, 2010, volunteers from the Community Kitchen attended the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament at Kingswood to run the Putting Pandemonium challenge, which teams paid to enter, and to sell tickets to the teams in attendance for Mulligans, Hand Wedges and Gimmie Putts. The event was a great success and it raised lots of money for the Kitchen. Thanks to Julie, Rick, Mac, Bob, Kathy, Frank and Alice for coming out and volunteering for the Kitchen at the event. Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce for allowing us this fundraising opportunity and thanks to the teams who donated money to play the game and buy the tickets. The donations were much appreciated and will be put to good use. Thanks to Leanne Murray at McInnes Cooper, Clarence Benett at Stewart McKelvey and Kathy Heneffer at RBC for donating prizes for the winning team in the putting chanllenge.
Young Volunteer Recognized
On Sunday the Kitchen recognized the special efforts of a special volunteer, Devon, a High School student who has shown special dedication to the Kitchen. Her efforts were recognized as she received a Certificate from James Kerr, President of the Board of the Community Kitchen, a Letter of Reference and a gift card which should prove helpful in helpind Devon when she goes away to attend university next year. The Community Kitchen wishes to thank Devon for all of her hard work.
The Fredericton Community Kitchen has been selected to run the Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Putting Pandemonium Contest
On August 26 at Kingswood the Community Kitchen will run the putting contest at the Chamber Golf Tournament. 4 volunteers will be required in the morning from 7:30 to 1:30 and 4 in the afternoon from 1:30 to 6. We will be required to submit a prize for the winning team. We will also be selling helpers to the golfers (mulligans etc...). If anyone is interested in helping contact the Kitchen at supper@nb.aibn.com or call 457 1788.
The fundraiser at Frogmore Estates (see below) has been postponed, details to follow.
Fundraising Dinner with Wine Pairings at Frogmore
There will be a fundraising Dinner with Wine Pairings for the Community Kitchen on Tuesday, June 29, 2010, starting at 6:30, at Frogmore Estates, 35 Colter Court, Fredericton, NB. Tickets are $40 each. For more information contact George at the Kitchen at 457 1788 or supper@nb.aibn.com.
National Hunger Awareness Day
A rally will be held in Officers Square in Downtown Fredericton (off Queen Street) from 10 am to 2 pm on June 1 in support of National Hunger Awareness Day, a cause which the Kitchen is deeply connected to. Please stop by and show your support in the ongoing struggle to address this issue.
Marysville Days
The Community Kitchen will be assisting with a dinner at the Marysville Days festivities on Saturday, June 12th, 2010. Our participation in this event is a fundraiser for the Kitchen. Approximately 15 volunteers from the Kitchen will be required to assist with the setup, food preparation, food service and cleanup. If you are interested in participating as a volunteer contact George at the Kitchen at 457 1788
Volunteer Appreciation Night
In November, 2009, the Community Kitchen held its first ever Volunteer Appreciation Night at the Fredericton Legion. Many volunteers, past and present, attended and they were treated to fine snacks and beverages prepared by the Community Kitchen Staff. The evening included a speech by former volunteer and newly appointed Justice of the New Brunswick Court of Appeal Brad Green. A good time was most certainly had by all.
Local Design Company Donates New Logo for Fredericton Community Kitchen
November 3, 2005
Fredericton, NB
– A unique partnership between a new up-and-coming Fredericton design studio, OrangeSprocket Communications, and the Fredericton Community Kitchen has resulted in a new clearer image for the Kitchen.
“We are delighted with the Kitchen’s new logo”, said Marie Starr, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Fredericton Community Kitchen. “ OrangeSprocket has created a visual image for the Kitchen that lets our supporters know the essential work of the kitchen is to provide good, healthy meals for those in need in our community.”
The logo, consisting of a hand holding a bowl of hot food, will appear on this year’s annual fundraising mail-out that takes place during the month of November. Donation request letters will be mailed to individuals and businesses in the Fredericton area.
“We feel very strongly about giving back to our community and saw this logo design as an opportunity to do so.” says Jeff Curry of OrangeSprocket. “Contributing our time, resources and creative energy worked out well for everyone. The Community Kitchen was looking at how they could “update” their image but did not want to take money away from the Kitchen’s activities so this was a good opportunity for both of us. “
OrangeSprocket is a new small flexible and responsive design studio operating in the Fredericton area that delivers fresh and inviting designs for print and the web.
Located at 65 Brunswick Street, the Fredericton Community Kitchen is a non-profit organization that has been operating for over 23 years. Donations to the Fredericton Community Kitchen can be sent to 65 Brunswick Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 1G5.
Media Contacts:
George Piers, Administrator,
Fredericton Community Kitchen,
(506) 457-1788, 65 Brunswick Street,
Fredericton, NB, E3B 1G5,
web site: www.frederictoncommunitykitchen.ca
OrangeSprocket Communications,
Phone (506) 457-2003, Fax (506) 453-4510,
web site: www.orangesprocket.com
OrangeSprocket Communications,
Phone (506) 457-2003, Fax (506) 453-4510,
web site: www.orangesprocket.com
