How Food Affects Children’s Education—and Why Food Banks Play a Vital Role
Proper nutrition is one of the most powerful yet often overlooked factors influencing a child’s success in school. From early childhood through adolescence, the food children eat directly affects their ability to concentrate, retain information, manage emotions, and participate fully in the classroom. When access...
How to Write a Resume That Gets You Interviews in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide
Writing a strong resume in 2026 means more than listing your job history. Employers today use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter resumes before a human ever sees them, making both clarity and keyword optimization crucial. A bad resume may never reach a recruiter’s desk,...
Back to School 50/50: Win Big — Feed Local Kids!
As summer fades into fall, classrooms fill with the chatter of students reconnecting with friends, stacking new notebooks in backpacks, and dreaming about the year ahead. But for too many families in the Comox Valley, the start of the school year brings not just anticipation...
How to Save More Money and Build Financial Confidence: Practical Tips for Everyday Life
Whether you’re working toward long-term goals like buying a home or simply trying to get a handle on your monthly expenses, saving money can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, improving your financial health doesn’t require drastic measures — just consistent habits and intentional choices. The National Bank...
How Food Banks Build Resilient, Thriving Communities Around the World
Food banks are often seen simply as places where people in need receive groceries — but their role is far deeper and more transformative. Worldwide, food banks are helping build resilient communities, addressing not only hunger but also social vulnerability, economic insecurity, and environmental challenges....
5 Practical Ways to Save Money on Food Without Sacrificing Nutrition
Feeding yourself or your family well while also making every dollar count can feel like an uphill battle — especially when food prices seem to climb faster than paychecks. At United Food Bank & Services in East Hillsborough County, Florida, the organization hears from members...
Finding Stability, Community, and Hope: Ahmed’s Journey with North York Harvest
When Ahmed Hamza arrived in Canada in September 2024, he carried more than just a suitcase — he carried the hopes of building a new life in a new country. Like many newcomers, Ahmed was filled with ambition and professional experience, but also faced the...