Hi loves! Today’s post is very near and dear to me. If you’ve been following me for some time now, you may already know that I’m a first-generation immigrant. When I was six years old, my father, sister and I moved to Canada. As a first-generation immigrant from what is considered a developing country, I know all too well what it’s like to go hungry. Which is why I’ve partnered with Plan International Canada to help spread the word about their Gifts of Hope program.
Give the Gift of Food And Make A Big Difference In Someone’s Life
This post is in collaboration with Plan International Canada but the opinions shared are my own.
You guys already know that food is something that I’m passionate about. Knowing that there are people out there that are not getting anything to eat breaks my heart. More so because I’ve been there. The feeling of not knowing when your next meal will be can really mess you up. Especially when you’re a child.
Now that I’m a mom, I do all that I can to ensure that my kids never have to know what it feels like to go hungry. Plan International Canada has many gift options but the one that I wanted to talk about today is their Food Basket gift.
Did you know that hunger kills more people every year than AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined? This just blows my mind.
About Plan International Canada
Plan International Canada’s Gifts of Hope are real gifts to real projects in the communities where Plan International works – and these gifts change real lives. When you give a Gift of Hope, you’re giving a unique, unforgettable gift that can’t be found on store shelves. You also help provide tangible goods and support vital programs that put girls in school, food on plates, income in the hands of families and so much more. They combine hope and action and help turn the cycle of poverty into a cycle of progress.
How can you make a difference?
When you purchase a Gift of Food, you are providing food for pregnant women and young children under five who are malnourished. One $50 Food Basket comes filled with staples like beans, cooking oil, fortified cereal blends, and sugar.
Right now, the Gift of Food is matched 10 times for a total value of $550. Look for the green “matched” symbol to help even more people with your purchase a gift.
#GivingTuesday
In the spirit of the season, family gatherings and feasts, Plan International Canada is calling on Canadians to purchase 5,000 Food Baskets on Giving Tuesday to help prevent malnourishment among thousands of pregnant women, mothers, and young children under five in countries such as Myanmar and Bangladesh.
Looking for a thoughtful gift idea that will make a big difference in someone’s life? Give of Hope is an excellent choice. With gifts for family, friends and even co-worker, you are giving a gift that will keep on giving long after the holidays are over.
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What an amazing way to make a difference in someones life! It is amazing how many people are affected by hunger.
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What a wonderful way to give back this holiday season! I love that all donations are matched tenfold too.
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I hate to think about anyone going hungry, but kids especially. It breaks my heart to think about it. This a great way to make a difference.
Giving a gift of food is such a great thing to do, especially this time of year. We donate to our local food pantry.
This is such a great cause. Especially to others that are in need. The holidays always are a time to think back on times like these.
This is such a wonderful way to give back! I am totally going to have to look into participating.
My husband and I make annual donations to food charities in February. It’s crazy that we live in a world where there are people suffering from a lack of food and I think we should do more to help prevent this.
I love this! I wish I had so much money that I could help everyone that is in need.
I fully support & encourage you and others to promote the importance of Plan International Food Baskets. Thank you for this post!
This is so great gift for someone who really need this ??
I too donate food n clothes to poor ppl
Such an amazing thing to talk about for giving Tuesday! I loved seeing all the things people did!
This sounds like such a wonderful program. This is the type of program I agree to support! 🙂
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I love this! As I get older I have learned to appreciate the important things in life. Giving back is such a great deed and so rewarding to know that you helped.
What a terrific organization! It’s hard to believe in this day and age others go without. The gift of food is the gift of life. Thanks for introducing me to this organization.
this is fantastic!! thanks for sharing. the holidays is about giving and I want to instill that in my kids and this is a great way to start.
Thanks for spreading the word about this program. I know Plan International does great work around the world.
What a great program that really helps families in need this time of year! I wonder if there is something similar in my part of the US.
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