Shoot some hoops to feed those in need this Saturday in Bradford

Show off your skills on the pitch and have fun doing it for a good cause in Bradford this Saturday.

Section 1 Con. Cheraldean Duhaney welcomes everyone to warm up for the Hoop for a Cause Community Food Drive, where they can join the three-on-three basketball tournament, enjoy music from DJ Dave, free pizza and children’s activities including painting, crafting bracelets and other works of art. projects — all at the BWG Recreation Center, 471 West Park Ave., from noon to 2 p.m. on June 22.

Entry price is one non-perishable food item from each entrant in aid of Bradford’s Helping Hand Food Bank.

Duhaney, who is also the board’s liaison to the food bank, said she was inspired to host the event by a phrase from the African philosophy of Ubuntu that says “I am because we are.”

“It highlights the idea that we are all connected, and our individual well-being is linked to the well-being of others,” she said. “When we work together as a community, amazing things can happen.”

In addition to being “a beloved activity” for local youth, basketball is also one of Duhaney’s favorite sports, and she hopes the event will help guests feel the “power of unity” and motivate them to “he follows his dreams and aspirations.”

“Together, we can support initiatives that will help fight food insecurity in our community,” she said.

It’s a struggle the counselor said she’s all too familiar with.

“When I was growing up in Jamaica, there were times when my family didn’t know where our next meal was coming from,” she said. “Despite these challenges, my family was grateful for everything we had.”

Now, Duhaney is not only grateful for her “humble beginnings,” but also grateful for the opportunity to help others.

While individuals are welcome to show up to be grouped with others on the tour, those interested in organizing their own groups of three are encouraged to register ahead of time using this website.

For more information about the event, email (email protected).

More details about the food bank and how it has supported the community since 1991 can be found at bradfordfoodbank.ca.