Call for Donations
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be challenging time for many families in our community. With the rising cost of groceries and other essential items, families are now struggling more than ever before. Each month, we help an increasing number of new families who are relying on the Infant Food Bank for essential items for their babies and children.
We need your help!
Donations of fruit/ vegetable baby pouches and infant cereals are needed immediately!
Donations can be made safely through our Navigators at 410 Bronte Street South, Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm and monetary donations can be made online by clicking the button below.
Thank you for your continuous support to MCRC’S Infant Food Bank.
MCRC’s Infant Food Bank is dedicated to helping local families in need by providing a monthly supply of diapers, formula, baby food and cereal. The Infant Food Bank also offers these families referrals to EarlyON programs, supports, services and other community agencies.
Hours and Location
Hours:
Mondays 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesdays 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Wednesdays 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursdays 9:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm
Families accessing the Infant Food Bank now have three options:
- Drop in and shop anytime during Infant Food Bank open hours
- Book an appointment to come in and shop
- Book an appointment for curbside pick up and come to the main MCRC doors at your appointment time.
To book an appointment please email or call Laura Gilbert infantfoodbank@mcrc.on.ca or 905-876-1244 ext.120
First time families must go to the Salvation Army at 820 Nipissing Rd, Milton, ON L9T 4Z9 for intake. Please call 905-875-1022 to set up an appointment.
For more information please call 905-876-1244 ext. 120 or call 905-876-1244 to speak to one of our Navigators outside regular IFB hours.
Location:
410 Bronte Street S
Milton, ON L9T 0H8
Donations
Donations are integral to the success of the Infant Food Bank in Milton. We are in particular need of:
- Large size diapers 4, 5, 6 Note: We are no longer able to accept open packs of newborn or Size 1 diapers
- Enfamil formula
- Gluten free baby cereal
Monetary and some in-kind donations are eligible for a tax receipt. Donations can be dropped off anytime during MCRC operating hours 8am-5pm daily. Items can also be dropped off at any Salvation Army red bin found in grocery stores around Milton.
Volunteer with Food Drives
MCRC values our volunteers! However, you must be at least 16 years old to volunteer in the Infant Food Bank and opportunities are limited. We cannot do what we do for Milton families without community support including yours. We encourage individuals, families, groups, students and more to hold food drives on behalf of the Infant Food Bank. We supply bins, signage and information sheets for these events, and can help with pick up.
High school students can earn up to four hours of volunteer time by completing a food drive. Please contact Laura Gilbert at infantfoodbank@mcrc.on.ca for more information or call 905-876-1244 ext. 120
Donate to MCRC's Infant Food Bank
The Infant Food Bank is part of
MCRC's Empowerment Programs
