Victoria area clubs will unite with the Mustard Seed Food Bank to raise funds and collect food at Fairway Market stores. Harbourside Rotary Club will be at the Quadra Street store. Westshore Mall will be manned by Colwood and Westshore Club members. Oak Bay will man the store on Oak Bay Avenue and Rotary Club of Saanich will attend to three stores on Mackenzie and Shelbourne Avenues as well as on Gorge Road.
This is the second year Rotary clubs have done this. Mustard Seed claims the funds increase up to five fold the amount of donations compared to times when they fund-raise alone. Fairway Markets is wonderful partner for this as they provide printed material, a space for Rotarians to work comfortable, and their cashiers accept Interact and charge cards. Customers can add amounts to their grocery bills or convenience.
Rotarians generally work shifts of two hours; although we tend to restrict our senior members to one-hour shifts. They need only bring a smile and any Rotary paraphernalia they have. Working the food drives gives Rotarians an opportunity for fellowship. It is fun and I get a chance to talk to anyone without them thinking I am crazy. If you would like to join in the fun, talk to your club president or email alanf.jones@telus.net. Drop by any of the locations and encourage the Rotarians on shift with food items.
