It's set to be the sweetest and tastiest week of the month.
Tim Horton's Holiday Smile Cookie campaign runs from November 17 to 23. 100% of the proceeds from this campaign will go to the Dauphin Food Bank and the Tim Horton's Foundation.
If you're in Dauphin and would like to pre-order smile cookies, head here. Each cookie is $2.00, and pre-ordered cookies must be purchased by the dozen.
Robin Gambler is with the Dauphin & District Food Bank. She's grateful that her organization will be receiving a portion of the proceeds. Last year in Dauphin, $57,802 was raised. That was the third highest in all of Canada.
"It's amazing. We will get a nice portion of the proceeds," said Gambler. "It will help us greatly as we get prepared for the holiday season here at the Food Bank."
With intakes every two weeks, Gambler says they serve upwards of 400 people. That's 800 people a month who rely on the Food Bank. The next intake is on Thursday. To receive a hamper, you must go to the Food Bank at Parkland Crossing with photo identification.
Recently, Dauphin Ford filled up a truck in their showroom and donated the non-perishable items to the Food Bank. The Dauphin First United Church recently made a very generous donation.
If you have the means to donate, Robin says you can take small donations to her at the Dauphin Friendship Centre. For larger donations, give her a call at 647-6828, and she can meet you at the Food Bank.
Gambler says donations continue to funnel in, and she wants to thank the community for your great support.
"You know what, it's amazing. I am very proud to be in Dauphin and to see what everyone does for us," continued Gambler. "It's amazing to see what is coming in. Henderson School is doing a cereal drive for us ahead of Christmas, which is incredible."
800 people are served a month. That's 9,600 people every year. The Dauphin & District Food Bank has been in the community for decades, serving those in need. Gambler also says those who utilize the Food Bank are always grateful.
"They are, they really are. We give people hampers with all the food groups in it," ended Gambler. "They are thankful."
So if you are ever in a time of need, the Dauphin & District Food Bank will be there for you.
