Celebrating
20
years of service

London, Ontario | www.londonfoodbank.net | londonfb at web.net

Revenue Canada charitable registration BN: 13620 3205 RR0001

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How often can someone come for help?

   Individuals and families are allowed to come for help once a month.

2. Do most people come for help as often as they can?

   Last year, almost 40 per cent of the families we helped came only once -- 75% come four times a year or less.

3. How many people does the London Food Bank help?

   Right now we're helping close to 2,700 families or 6,500 individuals each month. These numbers don't include people helped through food we provide to other agencies.

4. Is there a means test that people have to pass?

   We don't have a means test as such, but everyone is interviewed and we keep pertinent information in a database. We require our clients to provide proof of dependents and other important information.

5. How do you work with other agencies?

   We assist more than 20 other groups and agencies with food supplies. We also meet with them on a regular basis to share statistics, examine trends and find more effective ways to coordinate our services.

6. Does the Food Bank support any political party?

   No. We are not a political organization. We will, however, comment on public issues as these affect the people we're trying to help.

7. Are the financial accounts of the Food Bank audited?

   Yes. Our audited statement is presented each year at our annual meeting and is available for review.

8. Are your donation receipts tax deductible?

   The London Food Bank is registered with Revenue Canada as a charitable organization and therefore is able to provide tax receipts for monetary donations.

9. Does the Food Bank sell any of its food supplies?

   We never sell donated food supplies. We are a member of the Ontario and Canadian Association of Food Banks and adhere to their codes of ethics.

10. Does the Food Bank go to your house to ask for monetary donations, or sell coupon books?

    We never go door to door asking for monetary donations. If you are approached, the best thing to do is to let us know and the police as well. We do not sell coupon books, either. That activity supports St. Paul's Daily Bread Food Bank, so please contact them at (519) 434-8979 with any questions or concerns..

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