Soo Mill donation helps feed kids at 23 schools

“In celebration of our 100th Anniversary Soo Mill has donated $100,000 to charitable causes in Sault Ste. Marie and Elliot Lake. We found through this process that there are many individuals and groups working quietly to help others. One of these groups is Algoma Family Services whose dedicated staff works hard to support volunteers in the schools to provide nutritious meals and snacks so that the students of Sault Ste. Marie, Elliot Lake and Algoma District learn effectively. It is our pleasure to provide some small measure of support to such a worthy cause,” said Ann Melville.

Algoma Family Services’ Student Nutrition Program works alongside with more than 74 elementary and secondary schools in the Algoma District and serves over 7,400 students a year.

The Soo Mill grant was able to provide extra support to 17 local school locally as well as 6 in Elliot Lake.

The Student Nutrition Program provides grants to schools for healthy breakfast, morning meal, snack, or lunch program.

Children and youth who are well nourished are less tired, can concentrate better and are better prepared to participate in academic and physical activities at school.

Helping students get the nourishment they need to succeed supports healthy mind and body development, contributes to the prevention of childhood obesity and promotes healthy lifestyles.

If you would like to apply or contribute to this program, please call 705-945-5050. “Healthy Meals and Snacks for Kids.”