Identification protocols have been relaxed during this unprecedented time of COVID-19. Usually ID and proof of income must be shown; currently these are not necessary. If anyone is in need, whether waiting for a cheque or EI, or having nothing to eat, please come down, we will help.
Any farmers with produce, chicken eggs can take advantage of our 25% Provincial Farm Tax Credit to donate to us. We will be starting up our greenhouse this weekend to help provide fresh veggies to clients We want to thank everyone our community and beyond who has donated much needed cash to us. Special thanks to … Read more
We have some more recent numbers for anyone who’s interested. Low Income Levels have been updated as well.
For the time being, the protocol at the Food Bank will be to show your ID through the glass door. Your food will be passed out through the door to you. No exchanges and no special requests. No one will be allowed into the Food Bank. Thank you for your understanding. We have been asked … Read more
Seasons greetings to all! We are closed for the Holidays and will reopen January 2, 2020!
We’ve been busy at the summer events in Powell River, selling food to raise funds. Logger Sports, Blackberry Street Festival, Pride in the Park, and Arts Festivals attenders enjoyed our offerings and helped raise over over $3500! Thanks Powell River!!!
Thanks to every involved in BC Bike Race! We have received a donation of $3000 which will be put to good use, feeding the hungry of our community.
Thanks to Compass Group Canada, Bayer inc. and Food Banks Canada for supporting Powell River Action Centre Food Bank. We received funding from the +Fresh Gardens & Growing program and have purchased garden tools, seeds and plants. Our greenhouse in the garden area of Powell River Brain Injury Society is up and running for another … Read more
Powell River Firefighters were instrumental in heavy lifting during our recent move. We have new and existing refrigeration equipment and heavy duty shelving (thanks to Food Banks Canada) that required their precision and strength. Very appreciated!