A collective effort!

  "I started volunteering for the Food Bank at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and I plan on coming to the Épicentre for a good while longer. I really appreciate the environment, it’s welcoming and filled with goodness, humanity, and empathy, all of which aligns with my values. When I joined the volunteer team, I was welcomed with open arms and felt in my place. The staff was present as it always is, ready to respond to my questions and guide me. I feel taken into consideration, appreciated, and heard by the other volunteers and the personnel. I’ve also had the opportunity to develop strong ties with the paid staff, enriching my volunteer experience. For me, the Épicentre, it’s more than just food aid, it’s a place to meet and exchange with people who have big hearts. In my view, that’s what makes the Épicentre so beautiful. So for all these reasons, I’ve become attached to this place and I look forward each week to making my contribution and giving back to my community.”