Fraser Valley Gleaners

News Release - July 26, 2010

* Soup is leaving for the Thailand and Paraguay in the next few days.

* June 22 - Arrival of 43,000 lbs of lentils from generous donors in Swift Current , Saskatchewan.  

* We are seeking a donation of pot barley, macaroni noodles and beans.

* Our summer is booked with groups and campers. This week a group from Global Partners is here.

* Soup mix  has  gone to the following countries in 2010:  Philippines, Guatemala, Paraguay, Romania, Malawi, Burundi, Durban, Mexico, Kenya, Uganda, Haiti, Moldova, Ukraine, Liberia and  Argentina.  

 

Celebration Fundraiser Banquet

Friday, September 17 and
Saturday, September 18, 2010
6:30 p.m.
At Emmanuel Church
3471 Clearbrook Road
Special Music - Shirika Fellowship
With testimonials from Produce Donors,
Volunteers and Distributors
Reservations call 604-870-9272
Toll free 1-866-772-7070
MasterCard and Visa are accepted
$20 per ticket – $160 per table (8)
No tickets will be sold at the door
Tickets available August 16th
 
 
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A Few Current Gleaners Facts to Consider.....

* Servings processed and made ready for shipping 2009: 10 million
* Servings produced per volunteer per hour: 140
* Cost/serving to produce: $ 0.05
* Tonnes of produce processed in 2009: 812.7 tonnes
* Total volunteer hours in 2009: 45,000 hrs.
* Average number of volunteers per day: 45
* Average dryer load times: 8-9 hours
* Number of recipient countries in 2009: 23