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Grande Prairie Public library food bank receives donation from Uride

Sep 24, 2023 | 8:05 AM

The foodbank operating out of Grande Prairie Public Library has received a donation from a ride-sharing service.

As part of their Ride for a Reason initiative, Uride has been distributing Instacart orders to local food banks in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta, including the Little Free Pantry at Grande Prairie’s library.

The orders are a part of the ride-sharing service’s efforts to ensure everyone in its communities has access to food.

In addition, Uride driver’s collected canned items and non-perishable foods left behind by passengers to donate to local food banks and non-profits.