To those of you who donate to food banks etc- thank you :)

[Stretchthatdollar!]

I just wanted to say a big thanks to anyone who has ever donated their couponing hauls!
I am in a bit if a .... Pickle, for lack of a better term lol and I have recently started going to the foodbank to help while me and my son seperate from my husband- along with couponing it's helping my savings stretch out until we have a solid plan of action- I have been to the foodbank once so far and I can recognize the couponers donations... So thank You!

thats all. Probably in the wrong section too

[happy_me24]

Sorry to hear you're in a "pickle"!! I hope everything works out for you!

[jasperandchar]

Sorry to hear about your current situation, if I can help in any way please let me know. Pm me your wishlist and I'll see if I can help out. Don't be shy, I might have nothing but I may have tons, you never know.

Look forward not back

[MakaylaGreen]

Sorry to hear your in a pickle and also much thanks to those who do donate there coupon hauls to charities! its great to see when people use there coupon talents for good.I wish i had epic coupon skills..and a car would make getting the deals so much easier lol.

[ticul]

In my opinion, there is no wrong section for a good brag like this one. Sorry to hear about your situation. I was there a few years ago, but, women with children they are strong and will bounce back stronger.

At one point in my life I had to go to the food banck and back then I was so happy of a service like this one. I always give to the food banck. Even more now since I started couponning.

Thank you to be strong and sharing with us. It take's lots of courage to talk about this. I sure wish you the best of luck and I too would like to help if you need anything. Let us know and please dont be shy, just ask. We are only a pm away.

Take good care because we care...........

[MrsSunshine]

I'm with the others. It humbled me a few years back when I had to ask for help. Now were occasionally blessed to help others. Please. PM your address, I'll send you along some goodies

[mommato5]

I admire your strength and determination! I know from experience that being a single parent isn't easy! Best wishes to you now and for the future with your son!!

[Patty Smyth]

Since you are a first hand observer in this perhaps you can tell us some of the things that food banks really need? I know we all donate tons of pasta and sauce and smellies. razors etc., but what are some things that are needed but never seem to be donated?

Thanks for posting about your situation, I hope things get better soon.

[Natalka]

I'm sure hoping things get better for you soon!



We were stuck for a time years ago in a bad situation and had to make use of the food bank, as well. Once we were back on our feet, we have always donated as much as possible, as often as possible.

Patty, most food banks have a list of their most needed items.

The Saskatoon Food Bank currently is noting they need

• Infant formula
• whole grain pastas and cereals
• canned fruits and vegetables
• canned meats and beans
• 100% fruit juice
• hearty soups and stews

They have also begun giving out gluten free food baskets, so are requesting those items as well.

[coley3]

Sorry to hear about your pickle as well. PM and I will send along some goodies. We are all here to help.

[angel_2011]

stretch, you are an AMAZING SCer - sorry to hear about what ur going thru. Pls send me ur WL and I will see what I have - even if I don't have stuff from ur WL, I'll send u over some FPC's/HV that you can trade for ones you need

[jasperandchar]

I have contacted Stretchthatdollar! and her wishlist is up to date and they are vegetarians if that helps anyone wishing to lend a helping hand.

[gourmetsue]

Sorry to hear you're in a pickle. I'm sure things will look up soon.

I'll have a look at your wish list and see what I have.

[Stretchthatdollar!]

Wow! I'm getting an INSANE response to my post here, and in PMs...thank you all so much for reading, offering coupons, asking questions...this is great!
Patty Smith-- I will let you know more after I go again I was told by a "regular" that it was a "bad week" my first time...I told him I appreciate any free food! I'm personally hoping for even more fresh produce to be there...but it could always use more exciting things that I would bet the kids would like (I thought no one "like me"- whatever that means , WOUKD be there but plenty of single moms my age). I think tacos and fun stuff WOUKD go over well.

[gourmetsue]

BTW! Stretch, you can get a $2 off silk coupon for signing up for the Silk Club (drinksilk.ca) but it's a printable, not sure if you can use printables.