Building a self-sufficient community
to provide for those in need 24/7

Together we can fight food insecurity

About Us
We Feed Lunenburg is dedicated to building a self-sufficient community to help those in need. Our non-profit organization strives to create a sustainable environment where everyone has access to nutritious food and support. Through collaborative efforts and community engagement, we aim to alleviate hunger and promote well-being for all residents of Lunenburg and surrounding area.
It all began in 2020 when Karen and Dave realized they were growing more than they needed.  They decided to donate their excess produce to the local foodbank.  They then thought, if we can do that, let's encourage others to do the same and they began by donating transplants to foodbank clients and folks in the community to grow their own food and give their excess to their local foodbank.  This was extended to home baked goods.
In 2024, WFL opened the Lunenburg Community Food Pantry to address food insecurity when the local foodbanks are not open and for those who for whatever reason do not wish to use the foodbank.  This is a 24/7 resource for the under-served in our community. 
In summer 2025, WFL expects to open the Lunenburg Community Food Hub which will offer quality fresh produce, dairy and frozen food as well as non-perishables, personal and feminine hygiene items and other household goods.
Lunenburg Community Food Hub
The Food Hub will provide a walk-in pantry where the visitors can access quality food including fresh produce, dairy products, frozen products and non-perishable food items as well as household and hygiene items.  The Hub will be located at The Water Market, 237 Victoria Road, Lunenburg, NS.  Planned opening is fall of 2025. To find out how to be a part of this project and how to donate visit the 'How To Get Involved' page.

How to get involved

Donate through E-Transfer

wefeedlunenburg@gmail.com Use this email to make an e-transfer donation today. Include your physical address and we will send you a charitable tax receipt.

Donate by Cheque

Mail cheques to: We Feed Lunenburg Association 12 Sand Dollar Lane Second Peninsula, NS B0J 2C0. Be sure and include your physical address so we can send you a tax receipt.

Charitable Impact

Donate through Charitable Impact using the QR code or through their website www.charitableimpact.com

Benevity

Donate through Benevity's employee engagement product, Spark working with your employer. Benevity ID: 124-727048951RR0001

Become a Member

Membership fee is $10/year. This enables you to attend general meetings, have a say in WFL business and volunteer to join our board if you wish. Send an email to info@wefeedlunenburg.org for more information.

Volunteer

Become part of our awesome team!! Re-stock the 24/7 food pantry, volunteer at the Food Hub, Help with the gardening container. email volunteer@wefeedlunenburg.org

Follow us

Look for We Feed Lunenburg on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube

Partnerships

Contact

Please feel free to reach out if you would like more information!!!


WFL Board Members

David Jarvis MBE

President

David is a retired Military Veteran with a background in logistics, farming and he is also a trained baker. David has been recognized with membership of the Order of the British Empire and the Queens Platinum Jubilee medal for his humanitarian work.

Sylvie Van der Cruyssen

Vice President

Sylvie recently retired from a position as Director, Contracts, Risk and Legal Matters, as well as Privacy Officer for a number of companies specialized in high voltage power line design and construction. She also studied food and plant sciences at university. Sylvie is an avid gardener and nature lover.

Lori Keelty

Secretary

Lori studied Integrated Sciences in Ottawa and has spent her career working with a Global Fortune 500 Life Sciences company. She shares the passion of being part of a team that cares about sustainability, community and inclusion.

Karen Simpson

Treasurer

Karen studied Business Admin at MSVU and went on to obtain a CGA qualification. She returned to the South Shore after 30 years living and working in Europe - the last 10 of which were building and operating a small-holding in Italy.

Cherrelle Sea

Board Member at Large

Cherrelle is a heart-led human who takes action with compassion. They are a permaculture homesteader, an herbalist, a death doula, and is hands-on with all things green and earthy. They believe that the better world we all deserve starts within our communities.

F.A.Q

Is We Feed Lunenburg a registered Charity?

Yes we are.  We Feed Lunenburg is totally volunteer run and every cent donated goes to those in need.  We can issue taxable receipts but will need a physical address from the donor

How can I be part of the We Feed Lunenburg Association?

Simple, the annual membership is only $10 and can be e-transferred to wefeedlunenburg@gmail.com with 'Membership' in the subject line.  Or ask any volunteer if you wish to become a member.

How can I donate food or other products for the pantry?

Any physical donations of food produce or other products can either be dropped off at the Water Market front desk during working hours or at the We Feed Lunenburg table at the Lunenburg Farmer's market on alternate Thursdays, Follow our group on Facebook or Instagram for the dates.  We are also setup at the Independent car park in Lunenburg every Sunday during the summer between 1130 and 1330 to collect produce and other donations.  Please ensure that all donations are unopened and in-date.

Can I donate home cooked meals?

Absolutely, we even supply the containers, just ask at the Water Market for what you need.  Meals can be dropped off at the Water Market, ideally frozen if possible.  Please annotate each container with the contents, the ingredients and the date it was made.

Gallery

Media Links

Make the Season Kind on CBC

Make the Season Kind on CBC

05/12/2024

The We Feed Lunenburg Community Food Pantry is featured as part of CBC "Make The Season Kind"

Read More
CBC article

CBC article

04/11/2024

A Lunenburg couple offers a helping hand in the face of growing food insecurity We Feed Lunenburg brings community together to donate excess food

Read More
The Opening of the Lunenburg Community Food Pantry

The Opening of the Lunenburg Community Food Pantry

04/05/2024

The day it all began for the pantry

Read More
Our MLA the H Susan Corkum-Greek in the legislature

Our MLA the H Susan Corkum-Greek in the legislature

24/03/2023

Our MLA highlights the work being undertaken by We Feed Lunenburg

Read More
The Queens Platinum Jubilee medal

The Queens Platinum Jubilee medal

03/02/2023

David is presented with the Queens Platinum Jubilee medal by the H Susan Corkum-Greek

Read More

1st Annual We Feed Lunenburg Fundraiser

Sept 6th!!! Mark the date!!

1st Annual We Feed Lunenburg Fundraiser thumbnail
 
We Feed Lunenburg is going to have a big, beautiful party!!!
September 6, 2025
Mark the date
details to follow