Abbotsford Christmas Bureau Urgent Needs
The Abbotsford Christmas Bureau and Food Bank have some URGENT needs! Christmas is quickly approaching, and we have some major needs in order to make this Christmas merry for many low-income families in Abbotsford.
Abbotsford Christmas Bureau and Food Bank URGENT NEEDS list:
DONATED WAREHOUSE SPACE: We need approximately 2000+ square feet of space especially from November to December.
NEW TOYS: Unfortunately our annual Toy Run was severely affected by the bad weather. We need your help in providing at least 500 new gifts for children and specifically teens. Don’t have a teen in your household for ideas? Check out the Abbotsford Christmas Bureau page for ideas!
SPONSOR A FAMILY: We need families…businesses…churches…service groups and individuals to sponsor a family this Christmas season. Check out the website or contact the Food Bank (604-859-5749 ex32) for more information.
VOLUNTEERS: The Christmas Bureau is in need of volunteers for events in November and for the Christmas Bureau opening in December. Call Sarah to apply: 604-859-5749 ex 32
Hi, I’m wondering what the volunteer program consists of. What the jobs are and what dates my time would be needed also.
Thank you!
Hi Brittany!
Thanks for your request! Chris, our volunteer coordinator will get back to you with all the options. Thanks for asking!
Hi there, would love to help. I’m not physically well enough to stand on my feet for 2-3 hours, nor am I able to lift 50 lbs yet, however, I do have a wagon style vehicle and my driving services. If that is of any help?
Hi Jay!
I have sent your email address to our drivers. They will follow up with your offer! thanks!
Hi my family would like to adopt a family as we did last year please let me know
Hi Sarah, Thanks for contacting us! We are excited you would like to adopt a family again this Christmas. Please submit an application form here: https://www.abbotsfordfoodbank.com/christmas-bureau/#sponsor
Thank you!
-Rebecca
I would like to adopt a child this year and try to make it special, age dose not matter
Hi Richard, please fill out the sponsor application here:
https://www.abbotsfordfoodbank.com/christmas-bureau/#sponsor
Thank you!
Hey!i would like to sponsor a family please
Hi Suzie!
please fill out the sponsor application here:
https://www.abbotsfordfoodbank.com/christmas-bureau/#sponsor
Thank you!
Is there anything specific your donation centre needs? My husband and I are gathering lots of stuff to donate for the holidays
Thank you Erika,
We appreciate your support! We are in need of Canned meat, Veg and beans! Thank you! We appreciate anything you are able to give 🙂
Hey!I would like to sponsor a family please
Hey Alreena!
Thank you for your generosity! Please fill out the sponsor application here:
https://www.abbotsfordfoodbank.com/christmas-bureau/#sponsor
Thank you!
Hi, we are a family of 7 willing volunteers . 3 adults and 4 very helpful kids, aged 9 ,9 ,10 and 12. We’d like to provide our help for some kind of a food service over the holidays or any where else we might be helpful. Please let us know asap if you could use this merry bunch. CHEERS!
Hi Bill! Thanks for your willingness! Please Contact Lynden to arrange a group sorting party. Thank you!
Hi, I’d like to volunteer Christmas day. Please let me know if there’s something I can help with!
Hi Carly, Please contact Chris to arrange volunteering. So glad you are willing to help! Thank you
Hey,
Do you accept donated toys for children? If yes;
Where would I drop them off?
Hi Gregor,
Yes, we are still accepting new toys for children. You can drop them off at the Abbotsford Food bank’s Christmas Bureau – 33914 Essendene Avenue, Abbotsford, BC
Thank you!
Are you still In need of sponsors for smaller families (1 parent / 1 child)?
Hi Brandi,
Thanks for asking. I have forwarded on your question to Laura. She will contact you will all the info you need. Thanks so much!
Hi! I just would like to know when your Christmas dinner is held in Abbotsford. Do you have a current list of free Christmas dinners around Abbotsford? Thanks!
Hi Darleen,
I’m so sorry for the late response. I hope you were able to find a Christmas dinner. Unfortunately, we do not serve hot meals at our Food Bank location.
Feel free to give us a call if you have any other questions!
604-859-5749