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More inspiring stories of businesses giving back in times of crisis

In a previous article, I talked about some of the inspiring innovative approaches taken around the world to combat the challenges posed by COVID-19. Similarly, we have seen businesses give back to their communities during these times of hardship.

This piece features some of the initiatives taken by businesses in an effort to support their communities (with a special focus on small Edmonton-based businesses).

Oodle Noodle

Every week, the Edmonton-based noodle house has been donating hundreds of pounds of food to local charities during the pandemic. Additionally, they have been donating 10% of proceeds from takeout and delivery orders to different charities on a weekly basis.

Wild Prairie Soap Company

Recognizing the barriers some may face to accessing cleaning products, this Edmonton “Soaperie” has been running the #AccessibleSoapForAll campaign, donating hundreds of natural soap bars to social service agencies.

LOVEPIZZA

To support front-line workers, Edmonton’s LOVEPIZZA started making and delivering pizzas to hospitals. As more and more people wanted to take part of the initiative, LOVEPIZZA started making “Support Pizzas”, allowing customers to donate $5 to help the pizzeria continue its efforts. Since then, they have made over 2,300 pizzas for numerous hospitals, police stations, fire halls, and grocery stores (among others!).

London Drugs

London Drugs has been offering shelf space to small businesses impacted by COVID-19. With over 1,200 businesses applying to have their products sold at the drugstore, shelves are now starting to be filled with local goods.

As we continue to navigate through these difficult times, it is comforting to learn about these acts of goodwill. They remind us of the generosity embedded in our communities, giving us hope for what is to come.

“In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us.”

— Flora Edwards