Feeding Local Families

The Central Okanagan Food Bank is the largest food bank in the Interior of BC and operates out of 2 locations – 1 in Kelowna and 1 in West Kelowna.

We provide nutritional food assistance to over 120,000 people each year, 44% of whom are children and youth, while another 19% are seniors living on a fixed income.

We serve all individuals regardless of age, race, sex, marital status, ethnicity, language, disability, or health issue and are the only organization providing this level of nutritional support to households facing financial and food insecurity within the surrounding region.

Hunger Facts

Hunger and poverty are consistently linked to poorer health and learning outcomes, putting more demands on already scarce health and social services. Proper nutrition is, and always will be, a vital link in the chain of good health.  

Donating to the Central Okanagan Food Bank is one of the most significant and long-lasting contributions you can make to the cause of fighting hunger in your very own community.

Programs at a Glance

Nutritional Improvement Program- Every registered client is provided with reliable, nutritious food hampers every 28 days, which is designed to provide 7 days' worth of fresh, frozen and pantry item groceries. This allows neighbours facing food insecurity to direct financial resources to other vital living expenses such as rent, utility bills and medication.   

Food For Thought – The program works to provide students across School District 23 with access to food so they can stay fueled for play and learning. Each school builds out its breakfast program differently, depending on the needs of the students at that school. In addition, we provide take-home bags with snacks for the students who don't have access to food on weekends. 

Tiny Bundles Program - This program aims to provide nourishment to new and expecting mothers and babies. Mothers receive a perishable food hamper with eggs, dairy, produce, and meat each week. Included in this are formula, diapers, and baby snacks depending on the age of the child. 

Emergency Response Program - Through this program we provide assistance to community members during times of crises when there are food supply interruptions. Our emergency hampers are ready to be dispersed at a moment's notice and contain handheld snacks and meals, and hygiene products.