They count on us; can we count on you?
Sasha and her two boys are unique. They are the rare users of The Mustard Seed, who are not stigmatized by using a food bank. Sasha works hard as a part-time Teacher, yet with the price of accommodation and food for her growing boys, occasionally she needs some help.
“I am so grateful for the food security and Christmas hampers that The Mustard Seed has provided my family. And when we are there, it is a special experience for the boys and I to make connections in the community.”
Sasha and her family are part of the hidden hungry in Victoria – estimated at 70,000 individuals – with onethird being children. To address this need fuelled by sustained high costs, our team focuses on rescuing more healthy and fresh food by growing partnerships with local food producers.
In 2023 we re-distributed 2.4 million pounds of rescued and donated food, beverages and hygiene products, an increase of 20%. We reach the food insecure via our food bank and hot meal programs, as well as 70+ agencies that are part of the Food Share Network. This includes organizations like Cool Aid Society and Help Ukraine. Our ability to help so many people relies on about 150 volunteers in addition to the ongoing financial support and confidence that Greater Victorian’s have shown The Mustard Seed.
For nearly fifty years, The Mustard Seed has been helping to fight hunger and nurture faith, hope and love. As you consider your legacy, please consider helping us be there for families like Sasha and her boys. By including The Mustard Seed Street Church in your will and legacy plans, you help ensure long-term sustainability of our operations and allow our team to focus on how we can ensure no one goes to school, work or bed hungry.