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The holidays can be a difficult time for many, and so each December at Oasis, we want to let our community know we are "FOR" them, and that we're here to help. We make this known through our generosity! During this season, we will be supporting our community through some practical donations.

Westdale Food Bank

December 7

Westdale Food Bank

With the cost of basic necessities at an all-time high, food bank usage continues to rise in Canada, including right here in Winnipeg. Westdale Food bank is a part of the Westgrove Family Resource Center, providing basic food necessities, services, and community programming to residents in our neighborhood of southwest Winnipeg throughout the year.

Most Needed Items

  • fruit cups

  • canned pasta

  • cereal

  • peanut butter/jam

  • granola bars/cookies

  • other non-perishable food and household items

You can help by picking up any of the listed items and leaving them behind your car at church on Sunday, December 7.

ICYA

December 14

Inner City Youth Alive

Inner City Youth Alive’s mission is to bring hope and a future through Christ to youth and their families in the inner city by offering year-round quality programs and engaging in relationship with the community. Every year ICYA hosts 450+ North End community members for a Christmas Party. A highlight of the evening are the hampers provided to families in need.

Most Needed Items

  • household items

    • laundry soap, dish soap, foil pans, tin foil, paper towels, saran wrap. 

  • toiletries

    • toilet paper, toothpaste and toothbrushes, hand soap, deodorant, body wash, shampoo conditioner, feminine hygiene items. 

  • outdoor wear

    • mitts, toques, scarves

  • fun family activities

    • colouring books, crayons, crafts, games, Gingerbread house kit

You can help by picking up any of the listed items and leaving them behind your car at church on Sunday, December 14.

Family Support Centre

December 21

Family Support Centre

Formerly “Crisis Pregnancy Center,” Family Support Centre provides crisis, grief, and relationship counseling and support to women, men, infants, and families in Winnipeg and around Manitoba.

Most Needed Items

  • baby formula – Enfamil brand powder is preferred

  • diapers – size large or size 1 are most needed

  • baby clothing up to size 2

  • Christmas gifts for babies and kids up to age 10

  • Christmas gifts for moms

You can help by picking up any of the listed items and leaving them behind your car at church on Sunday, December 21.

Don't have time to pick something up?

If you'd like to give towards this outreach, you can do so through our Give page. Make sure to select "COMMUNITY IMPACT" in the dropdown when you complete the form.

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