Rockwood Community Pantry Project

10/29/2026

ROCKWOOD, LET’S TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER. ❤️

As we head into the holiday season, let’s remember that kindness, food security and community support matter all year long.

The Rockwood Community Pantry is here for our neighbours, thanks to the generosity of our community and the dedication of our volunteers.

🎁 DONATE: Food, essential items and financial contributions help keep our pantry going.

🙌 VOLUNTEER: Give a little of your time and make a meaningful difference.

🛒 COME FOR SUPPORT: We’re here for anyone who needs a little extra help. No ID, no paperwork, no judgment , just community.

📍 St. John’s Anglican Church, Rockwood
🗓️ Wednesdays, 3–5 PM

Whether you donate one item, volunteer one afternoon or share this post, you are part of something meaningful.

Let’s continue showing what makes Rockwood such a special community. ❤️

Together, we can feed hope, this holiday season and all year long.

10/29/2026

10/26/2026

A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR AMAZING COMMUNITY PARTNERS! ❤️

A huge thank you to Team Rockwood for organizing a fantastic community event in support of the Rockwood Community Pantry! 🛒💚

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Bushel Barn,Tyler Dawe Real Estate. Cloverdale Paint & Cornerstone Business Express (Acton) for their generous donations and support.
Of course a big thank you to the community members who came out to enjoy the event and donated!
Your kindness helps make a real difference for local families in our community.

It’s wonderful to see local organizations and businesses coming together to support our neighbours. When our community works together, amazing things happen! 🫶

From all of us at the Rockwood Community Pantry, thank you for helping us continue to support those who need it most💚

10/10/2026

🧡🦁 THAT’S WHAT COMMUNITY IS ALL ABOUT! 🦁🧡

What a beautiful reminder of what makes Rockwood so special! ❤️

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came together to make our Thanksgiving Community Dinner such a wonderful success! Hosted by the South Wellington Lions Club in partnership with St. John’s Anglican Church, this special day was filled with delicious food, generous hearts, and so much community spirit!

🍂 Over 30 incredible volunteers gave their time and energy to make this day possible.

🍂 More than 300 meals served to bring people together, share a meal, and celebrate Thanksgiving.

🍂 Generous donations to the Rockwood Community Pantry to help support local individuals and families.

From the volunteers who rolled up their sleeves to everyone who donated, attended, helped spread the word, or simply shared a smile, THANK YOU! Your kindness and generosity are what make our community shine. 🧡

We should ALL be incredibly proud of the beautiful community we call home. When neighbours come together, lend a helping hand, and look out for one another, amazing things happen. The love, generosity, and community spirit shown throughout this event were truly something special.

THIS is what Thanksgiving is all about , gratitude, compassion, connection, and making sure everyone feels welcome at the table. 🍁❤️

From all of us at the Rockwood Community Pantry and South Wellington Lions Club, we wish you and your families a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

🧡 Rockwood, you showed up, you showed love, and you made a difference! 🧡

09/25/2026

Join us for our annual Thanksgiving Community dinner, Friday October 9th @ St John’s Anglican Church, Rockwood

08/03/2026

🇨🇦 Canadians Say Groceries Are the #1 Budget Killer!

A new nationwide survey reveals that food and grocery costs have become the biggest financial burden for Canadian households, with 76% of Canadians saying rising grocery prices are putting the most pressure on their monthly budget.

Fuel costs remain another major concern, with 47% of respondents saying gas prices continue to strain their finances, while 33% identified mortgage or rent payments as a significant challenge.

Beyond groceries and housing, many families are also struggling with electricity bills, home heating, and unexpected household repairs, making it increasingly difficult to stay ahead financially.

Although some grocery items have recently become slightly more affordable, many everyday essentials—including pork, salmon, and apples—remain expensive. Experts note that Canada’s food inflation is still among the highest in the G7, even though the pace of price increases has started to slow.

For many Canadians, especially seniors living on fixed incomes and young families raising children, the rising cost of living is forcing difficult choices about spending, saving, and even long-term life plans.

The survey also found that many people are feeling exhausted by the constant increase in living costs, with growing concern that high prices may become the new normal.

07/23/2026

🎉 Three Years of the Rockwood Community Pantry! 💙

Three years ago today, we started with a pop-up tent at Waterside Park, a few volunteers, and a lot of hope. On our very first day, we served 5 people.

Today, thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we serve 30+ individuals and families every week from our permanent home at St. John’s Anglican Church.

In the past three years:
💙 3,120+ volunteer hours
💙 50+ volunteers have helped make this possible.
💙 20+ food drives and community initiatives have kept our shelves stocked.

A heartfelt thank you to our local farms, businesses, bakers, community members, and partners like The SEED, Bushel Barn, Red Rabbit Gardens, Rockwood Foodland, Rockwood FC, Team Dawe Realestate, The Farmhouse Stand The Roatary Club of Acton, The Parkedge Pirates, Rockmosa Older Adult Centre, Miss Dixie’s Foundation, Hillside Physiotherapy, Rockwood Scouts Canada, Eramosa Public School, New Orleans Pizza, The Real Housewives of Wellington County, Team Rockwood, Amma Canada, The Bearded Barista, Order of The Bear Rockwood, Butts Berry Farm, The Muffin Man, St. John’s Anglican Church, The Roxy, Food 4 Life Ospringe and so many other individuals and groups.

The Rockwood Lions Community Pantry is 100% volunteer-run by the Rockwood & District Lions Club, with incredible support from our community.

Thank you to everyone who has donated, volunteered, and believed in this project. Here’s to continuing to help our neighbours with dignity, compassion, and hope. ❤️

07/08/2026

🌿💚 Our community continues to amaze us!

A huge thank you to Red Rabbit Gardens for their generous donation of beautiful, fresh greens and vegetables today. 🥬🥒🌱

We’d also like to thank the wonderful community members who dropped off non-perishable food items and much needed egg cartons. Every donation, big or small, helps us support our neighbours.

It truly takes a village, and we are so grateful for the kindness, generosity, and support we receive each week. Together, we’re making a difference in our community.

From all of us at the Rockwood Lions Community Pantry, THANK YOU ❤️

07/07/2026

🥚 Egg Cartons Needed! 🥚

The Rockwood Community Pantry is looking for clean, empty egg cartons to help us distribute fresh eggs to our community.

If you have any to spare, we would greatly appreciate your donation!

📍 Drop off Location: St. John’s Anglican Church, Rockwood
🗓️ Wednesdays
🕜 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Thank you so much for your generosity and continued support. Every donation helps us serve our community with dignity and care. ❤️

07/01/2026

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day from the Rockwood Lions Community Pantry! ❤️🤍

Wishing everyone in our amazing community a wonderful Canada Day filled with family, friends, laughter, and celebration.

Please note that the Rockwood Lions Community Pantry is CLOSED today.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back next Wednesday 3-5pm.

Have a safe, happy, and memorable Canada Day! Thank you for your continued support in helping us care for our community. 🎆