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Barrie Food Bank Welcomes New Executive Director Karen Shuh

Barrie Food Bank Welcomes New Executive Director Karen Shuh

Barrie, ON – The Barrie Food Bank is pleased to announce that Karen Shuh will be stepping into the role of Executive Director, effective August 26. Karen will be reporting to the Board of Directors, and will succeed Sharon Palmer, who is retiring in early September....

Barrie Food Bank Announces Retirement of Executive Director

Barrie Food Bank Announces Retirement of Executive Director

IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Barrie Food Bank Announces Retirement of Executive Director Barrie, June 4, 2024 – Barrie Food Bank, today announced the retirement of Executive Director, Sharon Palmer, effective August 30. Sharon Palmer has served as the driving force behind...

Barrie students join forces to tackle food insecurity

Barrie students join forces to tackle food insecurity

Students from various high schools across Barrie are working together to tackle food insecurity. Thanks to a $5,000 grant from United Way, students have built and filled food pantries around the city. "Until I was invited into this project, I had no idea how bad it...

“Home Runs for the Hungry” is looking to fill plates!

“Home Runs for the Hungry” is looking to fill plates!

IMMEDIATE RELEASE -  “We’re not just playing ball, we’re tackling hunger!” says Sharon Palmer Executive Director of Barrie Food Bank. The second annual “Home Runs for the Hungry” baseball game will be held on Saturday, May 4th at Vintage Throne Stadium. Barrie Baycats...