This Christmas season, good cheer mixed with gratitude has been going around, especially as one of Hollywood’s most beloved couples makes the holidays better for those who need help the most. Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds and Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively are now donating to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank as a part of the latter’s Baby Steps Nutrition Program.
Both parties have announced the news via Twitter and have called for people to donate however much they can, and the Reynolds-Lively team will match every donation being made to the charity.
Ryan Reynolds & Blake Lively Just Made Christmas Better
Just when the world thought Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively couldn’t get any better, the couple promises to ensure that no child in need shall go through the holiday season without the help they need. As such, the duo has opened up the line for donations to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank in collaboration with the latter. The GVFB, a registered charity based in British Columbia, has been a non-profit since the economic recession of 1981.
Blake and I are thrilled to support @VanFoodBank. So many babies without basic needs being met right now. If you donate, we’ll match it. And if you need a little help, check out ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/cQ2Nd8C88s https://t.co/lVTx81F3aW
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) December 21, 2022
The Greater Vancouver Food Bank was officially registered in 1983 but the organization had begun its work before the papers were processed. In 1982, the charity reportedly helped 200 people get their needed help. Today, as part of their internal program, the expanding non-profit directly supports people via four distribution localities each week and has a connection with 119 agencies with whom the GVFB collaborates, aiming to resolve the hunger crisis.
People Applaud the Collaboration of Ryan Reynolds & GVFB
As the Christmas spirit takes hold of people around the world, the charitable work that Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively participated in and encouraged has inspired thousands to take the time out and lend their help in whatever capacity possible, too. Some have donated directly to the GVFB while others participated locally to donate food or money to their preferred charities or the local food banks.
The rest have expressed their awe and appreciation of the two actors who have never failed to lend a hand in a time when no child should be in need.
So true. This is why we donate to @nokidhungry, there are too many kiddos without basic human needs. At Christmas time particularly, no child would be hungry or cold. It doesn’t take alot, every penny helps.
— David Daily (@ddaily99) December 21, 2022
You are such good humans. Thank you for all the kindness you share so freely with others.
— The Crowtographer (@Crowtographer) December 21, 2022
And this is why you're crowned king pic.twitter.com/VsiAfb916u
— Queeniehalloweenie🎃 (@Qu33nie91) December 21, 2022
In the spirit of Ryan & Blake, I'm donating to my local food banks. Love you two!
— Pamela RWK (@KandtRw) December 21, 2022
Vancouver need to give you the key to their city as well
— Penny Davies (@pennypineapple1) December 21, 2022
The Spirited actor has recently expanded his work to collaborate, partner with, and buy several businesses looking to promote accessibility and provide creative outreach. Companies under Ryan Reynolds’s name, like Aviation Gin, Mint Mobile, and Maximum Effort productions have prospered, especially in recent years. His latest investment and ownership of the underdog Welsh football club, Wrexham AFC, along with actor Rob McElhenney has spurred the club and its fanbase into a global phenomenon in a matter of a year.
As part of the Reynolds-Lively family’s Christmas charity, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank has become the blessed pair who are now being lauded in their efforts to reach out to children and infants in need. Their Baby Steps Nutrition Program will oversee the distribution of essentials that infants require, especially diapers, baby formula, and baby food. So go donate today!
Source: Twitter | Ryan Reynolds
