These volunteers love serving their community

By Joan Janzen

An appreciation dinner was held on Tuesday, January 20, in honour of the more than two dozen volunteers who help make the Kindersley FoodMesh program possible. They are the hands and feet who collect, sort, and distribute food throughout the week.

An appreciation dinner was held on January 20 for volunteers who regularly help at Kindersley FoodMesh. Several volunteers were unable to attend, but those present enjoyed a delicious meal catered by Kelly Skappak. Photo by Marge Bailey

Everyone gathered in the gym at Kindersley Christian Fellowship to enjoy a delicious meal catered by Kelly Skappak. Pastors Dana and Marge Bailey expressed their appreciation for all the work the volunteers do.

Several volunteers briefly spoke about the program. Not only do they enjoy giving back to the community, but they also love having fun while they do it. One volunteer said they appreciated that everyone can come in and choose the food they need for themselves and their families.

I have been volunteering at FoodMesh for several years, and it has been a very rewarding experience. It’s also an opportunity to connect with the people who come through the doors—many of whom I may otherwise never have met.

In 2025, a total of 126,500 pounds of food was rescued and distributed through Kindersley FoodMesh.