Shepherds Cupboard Food Bank

The Shepherd’s Cupboard Foodbank has been serving the Shelburne area for almost 30 years.  Born out of the faith convictions of area churches and with the generous support of people from the local area, a team of 40 volunteers and board members have endeavored to keep the doors open and the food shelves stocked, a feat that is increasingly more difficult as numbers of users continue to rise. 

Loosely housed under the umbrella of the Shelburne Ministerial and directed by a board of directors which has representatives from area churches and other interested people, the mandate of the Shepherd’s Cupboard is to assist people in Shelburne and its surrounding areas with their food needs, providing a 3-5-day supply of food.  Clients can access the foodbank once a month and must provide proof of residency and dependents, income and bills.  The foodbank is not a licensed charity and so 100% of donations are put back into the community.  The foodbank is housed in the Mel Lloyd Centre and is open Wednesday’s 12 noon - 1:30 pm and Thursdays 6:30-8:00 pm.

The work of the food bank is an extension of the community’s concern and care for those in need. The pastoral charge partners with the food bank by supporting it financially, being part of their volunteer staff, and helping with fundraising initiatives. If anyone ever finds themselves in need of emergency assistance or would like to volunteer, please call 519-925-2600 ext. 350. For more information, see website below.

There are a variety of ways to financially support the Shepherd’s Cupboard Food Bank through the pastoral charge. See details below.