What is a Community Food Centre? And how is it different than a food bank?

The key difference between The Stop and a regular foodbank is our approach to the issue of food insecurity. We know that although food banks do provide a temporary solution to hunger, they do nothing to address the underlying issues that lead to hunger, poverty and social isolation.

At The Stop, our approach to hunger goes beyond food hamper handouts. We actively involve people in growing and preparing food, and we encourage them to speak out on the issues that lead to poverty. At The Stop we’re creating gardeners, cooks and engaged citizens, rather than passive recipients of charity. We use food to build skills, confidence, hope, health, and understanding across cultures.