Harvest Manitoba will see a significant rise in the amount of eggs it receives thanks to a generous donation from the Manitoba Egg Farmers.
MEF announced Tuesday morning that they will double their regular donation of fresh, locally-produced eggs, providing the food bank with 3,600 dozen eggs per month, up from their previous bi-weekly egg donation of 1,800 dozen eggs.
"This donation comes at a time when families need it most," said Vince Barletta, President and CEO at Harvest Manitoba. "Eggs are one of our most requested items. They’re nutritious, versatile and bring joy to our clients. Thanks to Manitoba Egg Farmers, more families will find this welcome surprise in their hampers each month."
This increase in egg donations will allow Harvest Manitoba to hand out 45,000 eggs per month to the over 100,000 people in need.
MEF began making regular egg donations to Manitoba Harvest in 2020, and in 2024, they established a purchasing agreement with Burnarae Farms, ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply of eggs for Harvest.
"The 170 regulated egg and pullet farm families that make up Manitoba Egg Farmers are committed to giving back to the communities that have supported us for generations," said Don Gaultier, Vice-Chair of Manitoba Egg Farmers. "After visiting Harvest this winter with our Board and staff and seeing firsthand the incredible commitment Harvest employees and volunteers have to feed so many in our province, we are even more proud to be part of something that makes such a meaningful difference."
Since 2020, Harvest Manitoba has seen a 150 percent increase, now serving more than 20,000 households each month.