JustFood
The JustFood Program and Community Gardens are long-term programs that help women and their families eat well and
create new and meaningful connections within their communities.
What is a "JustFood Box"?
It is a box of food consisting of a variety of
nutritious items. The JustFood program provides access to healthy food for everyone.
There are two different types and sizes of JustFood
boxes:
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| Staples such as bread,
rice, pasta, canned soups and some fresh fruits and vegetables. |
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Fresh fruits and vegetables. |
| Small: |
$11 regular price |
| $5* subsidy price
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| Large: |
$15 regular price |
| $7* subsidy price
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| Small: |
$12 regular price |
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$6* subsidy price |
| Large: |
$20 regular price |
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$10* subsidy price |
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* Paying full price helps to keep the subsidy going for people
struggling financially.
Who can become involved?
JustFood is open to everyone.
Why be involved?
To enjoy healthy, affordable food (up to 25% savings at full price!),
meet new people, support local farmers in season, and try out new
veggies, fruit and staples.
Whether you pay full price or the subsidized rate, take pride in being
part of a food program that benefits the whole community.
Where does the food come from?
The JustFood Worker orders food for the boxes from local stores, wholesalers and
from local farmers as much as possible. Volunteers and staff pack the
food boxes each month.
When do I pay?
Staples boxes: You pay on or before the 8th of the month.
Fresh Produce boxes: You pay on or before the 3rd Wednesday of the
month.
Sounds good! How does it work?
You can order your JustFood boxes in
one of two possible ways:
- Join a JustFood group close to where you live by
contacting the Food Action Worker at (705)743-3526, or
- Order separately by placing your order in person at our
Administrative Office (located at 216 Simcoe Street, Peterborough,
ON, next to the bus terminal)
When are the boxes packed and picked up?
Staples boxes: 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Fresh Produce boxes: 4th Wednesday of the month.
Share the Bounty
Would you like to help make healthy affordable food available for
all? With your donation of $6 - $10 you are supporting the subsidy price
for one small or one large box for one month.
For more information, please contact the Food Action Worker at
(705) 743-3526 or email
info@ywcapeterborough.org.
Interested
in Volunteering with the JustFood Program?
The JustFood program is always seeking volunteers to assist with packing and delivery. We offer a good team, a
good cause and good humour!
If you are
interested in lending a hand, please contact the YWCA Volunteer
Coordinator at (705) 743-3526 or
fill out our online application form.
Hiccups
We do our best to make sure the JustFood packing days run smoothly and
that all boxes are complete and in order. However, from time to time we
run into glitches, and ask for your understanding as we respond to such
hiccups in a quick and respectful way.
Additional Peterborough Food Program Links
Visit Nourish: Food Security in
Peterborough City & County to find out more
about food programs in Peterborough.
www.pcchu.ca/food
- A link for anyone in Peterborough who
needs food, wants to get involved, or wants to create change.
