The Salvation Army has been helping the people of Vernon since 1911. More than 1,100 people currently receive monthly assistance from our Food Bank. About 32% of those we assist are youth and children under the age of 18 years. Each of these needy persons would have gone hungry without the generous support and kindness of our community.
We operate under the name “House of Hope” because we work every day to restore a sense of hope and dignity for all who enter our doors.
The Salvation Army Food Bank in Vernon BC is a member of Food Banks British Columbia (FBBC) and an affiliated member of the Canadian Association of Food Banks.
We started the construction of our new, larger Food Bank in March, 2025. We are hoping to complete construction in September, 2025. Our new Food Bank will be quadruple the size of our current location. Watch the below video to find out why we need to relocate to a much larger facility. We still are in real need of your help to raise the final $500,000 so that we can pay for the remaining construction costs. If you are able to help us please hit the red “Donate Today” button. If you would like to discuss partnering with us, please contact paul.bielby@salvationarmy.ca or call 250-550-7284.
Need Food Assistance? We’re here to help!
If you need help please call (250) 549-4111 or visit us to make an appointment to see an intake worker. You are required to bring in the following information:
- identification for each household member
- proof of address
- proof of rent
- proof of income
Where are we?: located at 3303 32 Ave Vernon downtown off the highway just behind Staples.
The Vernon BC Food Bank would like to thank the community for it’s generous support. Often the House of Hope is asked what the most important items that they can donate to help a family in need. Here is a list of the top ten most needed items that you can donate to the food bank.
- Milk
- Meat Products
- Breads
- Boxed grains (rice, cereals, pastas)
- Peanut Butter
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- School time snacks
- Soups, and pasta sauces
- Hygiene Products (Shampoo, soap, deodorant, razors, feminine products)