Our Nutrition Improvement Program was established in 2018 to provide all clients with access to nutritious food and resources that promote healthy eating habits. With specialized foods for each age and stage of life, the Central Okanagan Food Bank's Nutrition Improvement Program contributes to more positive outlooks and helps individuals stay balanced.

Eligible households may schedule an appointment to receive a food hamper every month, or once every 28 days.

The Tiny Bundles program has been designed specifically for new or expectant parents and their infants under the age of one. In addition to a monthly hamper, our Tiny Bundles clients receive weekly supplements including milk, eggs, meat and produce, as well as diapers, baby food, and formula.

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Picture a morning where every child eagerly embraces the day, fueled by the warmth of a nutritious breakfast. With your support, Food for Thought is turning this vision into reality! Originally starting with 7 schools in 2019, we currently support a total of 1,750 children across 44 schools.

Each week, we provide over 5,000 nutritious breakfasts to students in need throughout School District 23.

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Outside of school, food-insecure students don't eat very well - or at all. Supporting students through the weekend helps the whole family stay healthy and reduces stress on parents.

In the 2025-26, our Weekend Backpack Program expanded from 475 backpacks weekly to reach 608 students in need each week.

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Children between 1 and 15 years of age receive a Snack Pack – a bag with 5 days’ worth of after-school snacks. These packs include low-sugar granola bars, fruit, fruit juice, yogurt, cheese strings, and more. We avoid high-sugar items in these snack packs to support the health of our community’s children.

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The Central Okanagan Food Bank distributes Nutrition Cards on behalf of the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets. Each household enrolled in the program is eligible to receive up to $54 every two weeks. The Nutrition Cards can be used at participating Farmers’ Markets to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese, eggs, meat, and more. Due to limited space, not all those who apply will receive tickets.

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Operating 364 days/year, our Perishable Food Rescue program partners with more than 25 local retail grocery partners, as well as local farmers and producers to rescue all perishable food regardless of viability. This program addresses the environmental, social, and economic issues of food waste, by taking surplus perishable food and finding the best and most appropriate use for that food.

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Our More than Food program promotes wellness, offers education, and empowers individuals with skills they need to succeed. By investing in the personal development of our community members, we aim to break the cycle of poverty, and empower individuals to build a brighter future for themselves and their families.

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