“BUILD THE BANK” CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
2343 156th St., South Surrey
Providing Food & Support for our Community
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Nutritious food for her and her family is possible thanks to the support they receive from The Sources Food Bank . . .
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Can you imagine? A life without your basic needs of food, clothing, security and support ... A neighbour or a close friend in those same conditions? You would be surprised how many individuals so close to us in our own community struggle to meet these very basic needs. Let us count on you to build a bigger food bank for all !
May 13, 2013 Dear Sources Food Bank Supporter,
Help Us “Build the Bank”! Our Sources Food Bank has outgrown its capacity to meet the needs of our most vulnerable citizens. We are therefore proud to announce that we will be moving to larger quarters. We ask for your help in laying the foundation for the sustainable support of our community. For the past 30 years, Sources Food Bank has been a significant source of support, providing healthy and nutritious food to those in need. Produce from Sources volunteer-led gardens has even supplemented locally donated fruits and vegetables. Each week, the food bank helps approximately 560 people. In 2012, it provided support to 1691 individuals, 526 of them children, totaling 14,913 visits. The food bank also supplies clothing and plays an important role in helping clients navigate other community support services. With population projections in South Surrey estimated to grow from 80,310 to 129,410 by 2041, we can expect a growing need for our services. The move to our new home is scheduled for July 2013, so we have a substantial task ahead of us. Our goal is to raise $250,000 to support the purchase and renovation of our new building. Larger quarters will ensure that Sources Food Bank continues to meet the growing food security and poverty reduction needs of our community. As a key leader in our community, we are inviting you to participate in our “Build the Bank” capital campaign. Your contribution will go towards shelving, an elevator, lighting and other much needed items and renovations. We will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how you can join us as a community partner to participate in this impactful and meaningful campaign. Many donor recognition options are available. For more information about our “Build the Bank” campaign, please contact either of us, or our Campaign Coordinator, Natasha Raey at 778552-4538 or nraey@sourcesbc.ca. Sincerely,
Harry White
David Young
President – Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer
Sources Community Resource Centres
Sources Community Resource Centres
604-542-7594
604-542-7594
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“This is the first generation in all of recorded history that can do something about the scourge of poverty. We have the means to do it. We can banish hunger from the face of the earth.� Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey
Food & Support for our Community
Do you ever wonder ... What poverty looks like in White Rock & South Surrey? Watch this inspiring documentary.
Bank ed d o o es F o Enclos c r u So d Vide re Featu
Created by local artist Don Li-Leger featuring Sources Food Bank
“Balancing Act”
This short film takes an authentic and gritty look into the local landscape of poverty, food security and community support.
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“The food bank was my life saver, food wise. This was a key element in my survival and where I am now. They put food on my table. It’s not the end of the line, there is hope.” Barry Wait, former food bank client who worked with his church to raise over $60,000 for the Sources Food Bank. SEEK HELP | VOLUNTEER | DONATE www.sourcesbc.ca
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
YOUR SUPPORT
OUR ASK OF THE COMMUNITY: $250,000
MADE
What we need funding for:
IT
$1.3 million
Capital Elevator
$55,000
Walk in Cooler/Refrigeration
$13,000
Computer Equipment & Phone System
$16,000
Shelving with earthquake anchoring
$10,000
Scissor Platform Lift for Freight
$8,500
Moving Costs
$7,500
Signage / Legacy Wall
$5,500
Furniture
$3,500
Commercial Refrigerator
$2,500
Overhead Commercial Lighting
$2,000
Stainless work bench and sink
$1,200
Brochures
$1,000
Fixtures for donated clothing store
$1,000
Grab bars and installation
POSSIBLE!
$300
BUI LD
T H E
BAN K
Our appreciation of your generous support will be shown through our media coverage, recognition on our website and on physical site signage. SEEK HELP | VOLUNTEER | DONATE www.sourcesbc.ca
2013
“It could just as easily be me on your side of the counter and you on this side receiving food.” Help Sources Build a Food Bank for all!
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