Bridges to Hope executive director Jody Williams says increased demand at his St. John's food bank can take on many forms. And as of this week, he says, the food bank's largest client demographic.
The Single Parent Association of Newfoundland hosts an annual back to school program, providing backpacks and school supplies for K-12 students in single-parent homes. Last year, the program helped 364 children. This year, demand has steadily increased.
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