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Food Bank - Central Okanagan

Child Services, Family / Parenting, Financial, Food, and Seniors Services

Provided by The Central Okanagan Food Bank

Provides food to individuals in need living in Kelowna and West Kelowna.

Provides food to Kelowna residents in need on a monthly basis. Also provides the following specialized programs and food baskets:

Tiny Bundles: This program is specially designed to meet the nutritional needs of pregnant mothers and families with children under the age of one. Participants are eligible for a weekly hamper containing milk, eggs, fresh fruits, vegetables and baby basics. Mothers also receive a one-time layette, containing new baby items, when the baby is born. Additionally, public health nurses are available at the Food Bank twice per month to answer any questions new moms may have.
Nutrition Improvement Program: Provide all clients with access to nutritious food and resources that promote healthy eating habits. With specialized foods for each age and stage of life, the Central Okanagan Food Bank's Nutrition Improvement Program contributes to more positive outlooks and helps individuals stay balanced.
Vitality: Vitality Program ensures that essential nutrients are provided to the most vulnerable households: families with children and youth living in the home, as well as households with seniors. All Vitality hampers are augmented by an assortment of dairy, eggs, meat, fresh fruits and vegetables to ensure those in need can access essential nutrients and enjoy a balanced diet.
Food for Thought: Provide 5,000 nutritious breakfasts and 350 take-home packages to students in need throughout School District 23.
Special Dietary Needs Programs: Food Bank recognizes that not all residents have the same dietary needs, and that a portion of our community has medically diagnosed health problems that may require specialty diets. Clients with diagnosed dietary needs receive specialized foods, such as gluten free, low-sugar, or low-sodium options, etc.
Kids Snack Pack: Children between 1 and 15 years of age receive a Snack Pack – a bag with 5 days’ worth of after-school snacks. These packs include low-sugar granola bars, fruit, fruit juice, yogurt, cheese strings, and more. We avoid high-sugar items in these snack packs to support the health of our community’s children.
School Breakfast Program: School Breakfast program, in partnership with the Breakfast Club of Canada, ensures that all students have reliable access to nutritious food in a safe and supportive environment. Participating schools provide breakfast for their students every school day, in order to positively impact health and learning.
Perishable Food Rescue Program: The program partners with 18 local retail grocery partners and local farmers to recover all perishable food regardless of viability. This program addresses food waste's environmental, social, and economic issues by taking surplus perishable food and finding the best and most appropriate use for that food. Click Here for More Information.

Individuals can register for the food bank by visiting in person and presenting the following information:

3 months proof of residency in Kelowna (rent receipts, utility bills, Driver’s License) Proof of current address (rent receipts, utility bills, etc.)
ID. for all adults over 18 years (SIN#, BC Care Card, BCID or Driver’s License, Student ID)
ID. for all children (Birth Certificate or BC Care Card)

250-763-7161 (Kelowna)

Public email: info@cofoodbank.com

Website: https://cofoodbank.com/

Central Okanagan Food Bank – Kelowna Branch, 2310 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, British Columbia

250-768-1559 (West Kelowna)

Public email: info@cofoodbank.com

Website: https://cofoodbank.com/

West Kelowna Branch - 3711 Elliott Road, West Kelowna, British Columbia, V4T 2H7

Cost: No cost