A strong community is built not just on shared spaces, but shared values. And this Thursday, April 24th, Morden residents are invited to live those values by supporting the Food for All fundraiser at Gardenland Co-op, running from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hosted by CFAM Radio 950, Country 88, and The Eagle 93.5, this important event raises both non-perishable food items and cash donations for Many Hands, a local organization supporting people experiencing food insecurity in the region.
Many Hands will be on-site throughout the day, alongside the local radio teams, to greet supporters, collect donations, and share more about the work being done to support our neighbors.
According to Miriam Tsygankova of Many Hands, the need is real—and rising. “People need to eat every day—not just during holidays,” says Tsygankova. “And ideally, three times a day, not just once. With our soup kitchen, I see people where that one bowl of soup is the first meal they’ve had all day. That’s the reality for many in our community.”
For Tsygankova, food is deeply connected to health and community. “Gardening, for example, is not only a way to reduce food costs and access fresh produce,” she says. “It’s also healing. It brings people together, teaches self-sufficiency, and connects us to nature and each other.”
Many Hands also operates a community garden initiative, offering plots for $30—with a 50% discount available for food bank clients.
“We’re not just thinking about today’s meal,” Tsygankova adds. “We’re thinking about how to help people become more self-reliant. Growing food, learning skills, and connecting with neighbors—these are all part of the solution.”
Whether you drop off a can of food or make a monetary donation, your support will go directly to helping families in the Pembina Valley.
Come out to Gardenland Co-op in Morden this Thursday. Meet the team from Many Hands and your local radio hosts, and show what our community is really made of—compassion, connection, and care.
Because here in Morden, Food for All is more than a slogan. It’s a way of life.