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By Jacqueline St. Pierre \u00a0Local Journalism Initiative Reporter \u00a0MINDEMOYA\u2014Manitoulin Family Resources (MFR) unveiled an exciting new initiative aimed at revolutionizing access to its food bank services. Thanks to a generous grant exceeding $40,000 from Food Banks Canada Access, MFR is set to make significant strides in supporting its clientele. The grant, which emphasizes a commitment to bolstering community well-being, will address a crucial need identified by MFR. Recognizing that many local residents faced transportation barriers in accessing the food bank located in Mindemoya, the organization decided to take proactive measures to bridge this gap. In a bid to ensure equitable access for all, particularly those without reliable transportation, MFR conceived a pilot program that promises to transform the way food assistance is delivered. Previously constrained by limited resources and staffing,… <\/p>\n

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By Jacqueline St. Pierre \u00a0Local Journalism Initiative Reporter \u00a0MINDEMOYA\u2014Manitoulin Family Resources (MFR) unveiled an exciting new initiative aimed at revolutionizing access to its food bank services. Thanks to a generous grant exceeding $40,000 from Food Banks Canada Access, MFR is set to make significant strides in supporting its clientele. The grant, which emphasizes a commitment to bolstering community well-being, will address a crucial need identified by MFR. Recognizing that many local residents faced transportation barriers in accessing the food bank located in Mindemoya, the organization decided to take proactive measures to bridge this gap. In a bid to ensure equitable access for all, particularly those without reliable transportation, MFR conceived a pilot program that promises to transform the way food assistance is delivered. Previously constrained by limited resources and staffing,... <\/p>\n

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