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Central Okanagan Food Bank is open for those in need

Food bank offers help to all

Many residents have been laid off amid the COVID-19 pandemic and the Central Okanagan Food Bank wants anyone struggling financially to know, they're here to help.

“As we enter a new month amid this pandemic with rent, mortgage and utility payments due, we are becoming increasingly concerned for those who feel the pressures of having to decide between purchasing food and paying their bills,” says Tammie Watson, chief development officer of the Central Okanagan Food Bank.

“Our message to everyone in this predicament is to please pay your bills and let us help you with your food.”

The Central Okanagan Food Bank provides monthly food hampers to Kelowna and West Kelowna residents in need. The hampers include fresh produce, meat, dairy and bread, as well as non-perishable pantry staples, as available. 

‘We have been experiencing an influx of new clients, often time folks who never would have imagined they would need our help,” says Trevor Moss CEO of the Central Okanagan Food Bank.

“We will continue to be here for all our neighbours in need to provide the most nutritional food as possible, as the city continues to deal with the current crisis.”

A new client registration system will be available online starting Monday, but for those in the community who haven't visited the food bank in the past and need help now, can call 250-763-7161 to book an appointment. 

The Central Okanagan Food Bank assists over 4,000 individuals every month, 33 per cent of which are children under the age of fifteen, and another 12 per cent are seniors living on a fixed income.

Financial donations are greatly appreciated at this time.  



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