From COVID-19, to inflation, to Climate Change impact and food supply disruption, this year is closing on a challenging note for folks and families who face food-insecurity.
Starting November 30th until December 11th, follow us at @QuestFoodExchange and be part of #12DaysofQuest as we move through 12 food groups we’re hoping to secure, month-to-month, across Quest grocery markets in 2022. Today’s feature food is:
CHICKEN
Have you ever wondered why you eat chicken? Is it only to meet your protein requirements? By eating just one small chicken breast, you not only get 23 grams of protein but also other vitamins and nutrients such as omega-6 fatty acids that help to strengthen the immune system and generally give more energy. Chicken has long been considered a healthy alternative to red meat as it is low in saturated fat, making it a popular addition to a healthy diet.
The Quest Difference
The challenge with chicken is that we barely have enough in our coolers. So much of our food is donated, which means we can’t always guarantee the same volumes or types of variety week to week. We would love for our clients to have more choices than just breaded chicken, which we usually get as chicken breast or drumsticks are rarely found in any of our markets.
Quest considers chicken a staple item that we need to have consistently on our market shelves. That’s why whenever we have chicken in stock, we sell it for half of its original price to make sure our clients can afford it.
Help ensure Quest Clients have access to chicken and other critical grocery items 12 months of the year. Donate to Quest today! And stay tuned for Day 12 of #12DaysofQuest for our last conversation.
4 Ways You Can Help Quest Support Client Communities in 2022
- Become a monthly donor and help ensure these items are on market shelves 12 months of the year. Monthly donations are directed within the organization to where they will make the most impact. Become a Quest monthly donor today.
- Make a One-Time Year-End donation to Quest and help ensure our client communities have regular market access to grocery staples like produce, protein, and dairy every single day. Donations of $10 or greater are eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Donate today.
- Did you know you can donate to Quest in honour or memory of a family member or friend? Simply click on the option “in memory of” or “in honour of” and an electronic card will be sent celebrating this gift which will be directed to where the organization and Quest client communities need it most. Create your gift.
- Give the Year-End Gift of Securities to Quest. Direct securities’ donations eliminate the capital gains tax, allowing you to donate more. You will quickly receive a charitable tax receipt for the market value on the date the security gift is received. More impact and greater benefit means more people have access to healthy and affordable food. Give the gift of a securities’ donation today
