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Giving back is on the menu at RD’s On Main
Anniversary Fundraiser brings in $1,830 for Minnedosa Food Bank
By Eoin Devereux
Pictured: Rajesh presents a cheque for $1,830 to Linda Bertram, board member for the Minnedosa Food Bank.
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RD’s On Main in Minnedosa recently marked a major milestone by giving back to the community that has supported them for over a decade.
On Friday, Oct. 16, the family owned restaurant hosted a free luncheon buffet, as part of the celebration for its’ 11th anniversary. Locals were invited in enjoy a meal and asked to contribute whatever amount they could towards the Minnedosa & Area Food Bank. The fundraiser was ultimately able to bring an impressive $1,830 for the local organization.
Over the past several years, RD’s has selected several different organization to support through its anniversary luncheon, with all proceeds directed to those worthy local causes. For owner Rajesh Mishra, this tradition is about more than celebrating a businesses’ anniversary; it’s a chance to recognize the community’s ongoing support.
“This community is always giving to us, so we try to give back where it’s helpful for everybody in the community,” Mishra said.
Mishra expanded on the point, explaining that the restaurant’s approach to community reflects the close-knit atmosphere among its staff and the importance of helping others.
“So this community is at the heart of our family too and we are all together,” he said. “And the people support us and our business, and we are just trying to do something where we can give back to them.”
Linda Bertram, a board member with the Minnedosa & Area Food Bank, welcomed the contribution and expressed appreciation to the entire Mishra family, their staff and the community at large, for their continued generosity.
“We’re really thankful that Raj has chosen us. I know he’s done this luncheon before, and has given over the year to other organizations and worthy causes, so I’m really thankful that they chose us because we can certainly use it.” Bertram stated. “[As well], the community has been very supportive with donations; monetary donations or food donations.”
The $1,830 donation will support the food bank’s work assisting individuals and families in Minnedosa and the surrounding area. Anyone wishing to donate or learn more can do so by going online at www.minnedosafoodbank.ca.
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