Searching for Food Banks And Referrals

Food bank services can be accessed on a bi-weekly basis

• delivery service available upon request (NOTE: please arrive 15 minutes before closing)
• Bread Basket serves the Greater Georgetown area
• based on financial need

Worship:

• Weekly Worship Service offered in both Georgetown and Glen Williams

Food Programs:

• Food for Life - weekly, free food available to those in need
• Ev's Kitchen - home-cooked lunch held the last Friday of every month except July and August at the Georgetown church. Starts at 11 am with fellowship following at 1 pm

Rental space available, see website for details

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

* can assist with food vouchers and non-perishable goods; emergency shelter; and other support
* call for an appointment 905-877-1374 ext 101
* appointments are available on Tue and Thu 10 am-12 noon
* 271 Mountainview Rd S, Georgetown

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Food bank provided by the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in Canada, serving Georgetown and the surrounding community

Holy Cross HELPS (Helping Ease Local Poverty and Suffering) is a Roman Catholic parish organization of lay persons that supports people who are in need of emergency assistance Activities:

• distributing food vouchers
• supporting the Georgetown food bank
• referring to other community agencies

This listing provides information on where to get help in Halton Hills for those in need of Emergency Housing, Long Term Housing Supports, Emergency Food, Food Banks and Crisis Support.

In an emergency, call 9-1-1 for police, ambulance, fire.

For Crisis Support, please see listing of resources here

Emergency Housing

Out of the Cold

• call 905-877-7585
• provides overnight shelter and a meal during the colder months to those in need

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church

• call 905-877-1374
• Community and Family Services provide various emergency assistances to those in need

Lighthouse Emergency Shelter, Salvation Army Oakville

• call 905-339-2918
• provides safe, secure, short-term accommodations to individuals who are experiencing some type of housing crisis

Halton Women's Place

• call 905-878-8970
• provides emergency shelter, crisis services, and support to physically, sexually, financially, and emotionally abused women and their dependent children

Long Term Housing Supports

Halton Housing Help

• call 905-825-6000 or 3-1-1
• service that helps individuals access and maintain safe and affordable housing

Links2Care (Acton/Georgetown)

• call 905-873-6502
• Transitional Housing is available for families who are homeless * rent geared to income * a community support coordinator provides family support

Summit Housing and Outreach Programs

• call 905-847-3206
• provides housing, treatment, and case management services for those in need of mental health supports in Halton Region

Support House

• call 905-845-9212
• offers community-based housing, support and wellness programs to people living with mental health issues and/or problematic substance use

Emergency Food

Georgetown Bread Basket

• call 905-873-3368
• emergency help available if needed, by arrangement, outside of regular hours

Holy Cross HELPS

• call 905-873-1887
• supports people who are in need of emergency assistance

St Joseph Church, St Vincent Charities

• call 519-853-0784
• provides food vouchers to those in need

Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank

• call 519-853-5610
• food bank available on an as-needed basis following a personal interview and completion of application for assistance

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank

• call 905-877-1374
• available to assist anyone facing difficult circumstances

Food Banks

Acton Foodshare

• call 519-853-0457
• provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance

Georgetown Bread Basket

• call 905-873-3368
• provides food to those in need who meet the eligibility criteria

Community Fridges

• call 905-635-1106
• a community fridge at both branches of the Halton Hills Public Library, stocked with 'Good Food bags'

Salvation Army Acton Community Church Food Bank

• call 519-853-5610
• food bank serving Acton and the surrounding community

Salvation Army Georgetown Community Church Food Bank

• call 905-877-1374
• food bank serving Georgetown and the surrounding community

• Provides easy access to food for those individuals or families who are in need of basic needs assistance


• Donations are gratefully accepted

Provides grass roots social work and community outreach

• representatives provide the needy with food vouchers
• those who use the services do not have to be of a particular religious faith

• individuals needing food will be connected to local food banks Knights Table or Regeneration Outreach Community to arrange pick-up
• individuals unable to pick up food hampers may contact these food banks directly to have their delivery needs assessed or to have a family member or friend pick up for them
• works with local food banks to organize the delivery of food hampers
• food requests may take up to 48 hours
• volunteer opportunities

• clients must show proof of double vaccination with photo ID to be allowed in building, non vaccinated will be given food outside church, no access to building
• clients must bring their own bags to take away food selections
• clients enter via courtyard doors into hallway food selections and leave vis parking lot door
• no sitting in church building or access to washroom facilities

• Church provides one bag of non-perishable food items to those in need

• 3 visits per year

• mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only

Food bank provides essential food staples for those in need

• Market & curbside pickup appointments can be booked by calling 905-875-1022 or by email
• to register for the food bank or other family services please call 905-875-1022 or visit website
• provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, contact through email info@khicommunity.com or call 905-875-1022
• you can donate to the local Khi Community Food Bank online at website
• volunteer applications can be submitted on our website or in person
• donations of new, not expired non-perishable foods can be placed in the brown box at the front of our building or at any Milton fire station

A program that partners with the Milton Community Resource Centre (MCRC), to house and distribute infant supplies.

Available supplies include:

• diapers
• formula
• baby food

Provides needy families with basic, necessary food items on a monthly basis

• open to everyone
• accepts donations for non-perishable items

This listing summarizes all food bank and meal programs in Milton

• some may require proof of residency or income, see each listing for details
• all community meals are free and open to everyone, unless otherwise specified

It is recommended you contact the service agency first, to confirm hours and whether an appointment is required. For more details regarding each program, view the individual listing.

Food Banks and Additional Support

Salvation Army, Khi Community

• 820 Nipissing Rd, Unit 4
• continues to distribute food through a Drive-Thru format
• existing food appointments will continue as scheduled, call 905-875-1022 to book your next food appointment
• first time food appointments, call 905-749-4714 to register and book a food appointment
• provides referral to Infant Food Bank at Milton Community Resource Centre, contact through email info@khicommunity.com or call 905-875-1022
• view listing

Milton Public Library, Beaty Branch

• 945 Fourth Line
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• good food bags are available via Curbside Collection during Beaty Branch Open Hours
• please email information@beinspired.ca call 905-875-2665 ext 3292
• view listing

Milton Bible Church

• 121 Chisholm Drive​, Milton
• 905-876-3586​
• Food for Life Program Thu 12 noon-1 pm, operating as a drive-through program with no need to get out of your vehicle
• view listing

Syyidah Aysha Centre

• 50 Steeles Ave E, Unit 23
• Mon-Thu, 1 pm-5 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am-6 pm
• Milton Halal Food Bank
• offering contactless pick-up and delivery
• to setup an appointment for pick-up or drop-off, please call or message 647-470-3499 or 647-250-5512
• view listing

Tremaine Market

• Country Heritage Park
• 8560 Tremaine Rd., South Entrance
• Wed, 1 pm - 6 pm (No appointment needed)
• Bring your own shopping bags
• For inquiries: tremainemarket@foodforlife.ca
• view listing

Milton Community Resource Centre

• 410 Bronte Street
• Community Fridge, Food for Life Program
• Mon-Fri 8 am - 4 pm
• good food bags available by calling 905-876-1244 to schedule a pickup
• view listing

Food for Life - Delivery Program

• available to those who are isolating/quarantined for medical reasons, and/or seniors who have been told to stay at home
• individuals are welcome to reach out to 905-635-1106 ext 7, or goodfood@foodforlife.ca, where staff will discuss their situation, and direct them to the most appropriate food resource
• view listing

Society of St Vincent de Paul

• refer to the Halton Council website to find which conference will help (organized geographically) and contact that conference directly
• view listing

Canadian Muslim Response Network

• designed to especially help those who may be more vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus and to the effects of self-isolation
• delivering various kits containing essential groceries, as well as hygiene and sanitation products, to seniors and families in dire needs
• if you require help during the COVID-19 crisis, or know someone who does, click here
• view website
  

Meal Delivery

Programs that prepare and regularly deliver meals to older adults, people with disabilities and others who have difficulties shopping and/or preparing food for themselves or traveling to a site where a meal is being served

• For a list of meal delivery services serving Milton, see here

Ontario Community Support Association

• helping isolated, low-income seniors and people with disabilities and chronic medical conditions across Ontario get meals, groceries, medicine and other essentials to stay safe at home during COVID-19
• delivery of nutritious meals accompanied by a safety check
• delivery of supplies such as groceries or prescription medication
• for more information, see here
• view listing

Offers a full choice shopping experience with access to healthy, fresh rescued food

• Bring your own shopping bags
• For inquiries: tremainemarket@foodforlife.ca

Non-profit organization who helps those in need of emergency assistance with toiletries, and a small food voucher to local stores in Milton

• will contact the caller directly to assist by setting up a time for a home visit
• minimal assistance provided on emergency short-term basis while clients are waiting to be connected with local Social Services programs