In this issue, we’re sharing highlights from a busy start to 2026, including four shipments sent between January and March that delivered more than 14,000 bags of food to communities in four different countries. We’re also recapping our recent Annual General Meeting, where new board members were elected, and taking a moment to thank three dedicated board members who completed six years of faithful service. You’ll also find details about our upcoming open house as we look ahead to another season of serving together.
The plant will be closed Friday, April 3rd and Saturday, April 4th.
As we send out this newsletter, we are hours away from celebrating Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
He is Risen, He is Risen Indeed!
SHIPMENTS in 2026 so far!
- January 5 – 10 bags to Dominican Republic
- February 21 – 2 bags to Peru
- March 27 – 11,222 bags (20 pallets) to Cuba with World Serve
- March 28 – 3,364 bags (6 pallets) to Ukraine with Faith Missions
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The AGM was held on Friday, March 27th. A great time of looking back over 2025 (financial reports, shipments, stats, etc.) and looking forward to 2026.
A huge THANK YOU to Jack Reddekopp, Jim Grossman and Clarence Dyck who have been members of the board for the last 6 years. All three of these men have reached the end of their eligible time of serving.
So then at the AGM, we had the pleasure of voting on and receiving NEW BOARD MEMBERS: John Hooft, Beth Payne, George Rosendal, and James Smith. With Albert Cramer, Dodie Gallerno, and Dirk Vis remaining on the board, it will operate at its maximum number of seven.
Join us at our open house!
Saturday, April 25th, 10 am to 1 pm
Bring a friend! Come see what has changed! Join us for a free lunch. We will have the BBQ going.
How to donate
Every donation to Prairie Gleaners allows us to continue on with the work of providing food to the hungry. If you are wanting to make a donation, you can use one of these methods:
- E-transfer to [email protected] Please remember to include your mailing address for tax receipt purposes.
- Cheque – mail to Box 656 Medicine Hat, AB T1A 7G6 or drop it off at the plant 11502 Range Road 63.
- Visit our Donate page to donate online through CanadaHelps.org