Harvest Food Bank
assistING individuals, seniors, and families who are dealing with food scarcitySERVING OUR COMMUNITY FOR OVER 15 YEARSThe Harvest Food Bank is here for anyone facing food insecurity.
The Harvest Food Bank offers a safe & confidential process to provide food for anyone in need.
Over 15,000 food hampers are distributed annually, with children making up approximately 30% of the people receiving food. The number of people requesting a food hamper each week has markedly increased over the last decade making the food bank an essential service for our island.
At the Harvest Food Bank, we are always striving to increase the choices available to the food bank recipients. The most common foods disbursed through a traditional food bank are canned goods, dry staples and processed items. Through the Harvest Farm and Second Harvest, we’re growing and saving fresh produce to increase the diversity and nutritional value of the foods we are able to offer.
The assistance our food bank provides would not be possible without the dedicated support of the community. We rely on donations of food, financial support and volunteer labour in order to continue meeting the increasing demand for our service.
How it Works
The Harvest Food Bank is open to the public on TUESDAYS from 9:30am - 3:45pm
A request for a food bank hamper can be made in person or online.
Order in advance. Placing your order online can decrease your wait time. To receive food, ensure the order form is submitted by Tuesday morning for each week you require assistance. You will need to pick up your order between 9:30am and 3:45pm.
Alternatively, order forms will be available, every Tuesday, at the door.
We are located at 268 Fulford-Ganges Road. Follow the driveway to the top of the property. Get Directions.
We can provide a delivery service for seniors or those with a disability that impairs mobility. To inquire, please contact us via phone (250) 537-9971 ext. 241 or email. Please note that delivery service must be approved by the Food Bank Coordinator.
How you can help
The food bank relies on our dedicated volunteers!
Without the help of our volunteers, we wouldn't be able to function and provide an average of 200 weekly hampers. If you are interested in volunteering, check out what it’s like to volunteer at the Food Bank and apply to volunteer today.
All financial donations are graciously accepted.
Online: You can visit our donation page to donate online with your credit card
Mail: Send cheques with Memo: "Food Bank" to:
Salt Spring Community Services, 268 Fulford-Ganges Rd, Salt Spring Island BC V8K 2K6
Donations of goods.
Thank you for considering providing food to the Harvest Food Bank. See below for a list of commonly needed items. All food donations must be in their original, unopened packaging and must be within one year of the best before date. Ideal days to drop off donations at the Food Bank: Monday-Wednesday between 10am-4pm at 268 Fulford-Ganges Rd.
Canned fish (e.g. tuna, salmon, sardines)
Canned meats (e.g. ham, chicken, turkey)
Canned fruits
Canned soups
Canned beans and chickpeas
Canned vegetables (e.g. corn, beans, peas)
Canned tomatoes
Alternative milks in tetrapaks (e.g. almond, coconut, rice)
Pasta
Pasta sauce
Gluten free pastas and crackers
Coffee, tea
School snacks for children
Juice
Crackers
Cereals (low sugar preferred)
Diapers (size 4,5,6)
Personal hygiene items (e.g. body soap, toothpaste, tampons)
