The 17th annual B.C. Thanksgiving Food Drive (BCTFD) will take place throughout the province starting on Sept. 7, with Greater Victoria donation pick-up and drop-off on Sept. 21.
Volunteers from various sectors, including church groups, businesses and community programs will go door-to-door collecting donations of non-perishable food items and financial donations that will go to support local food banks, ensuring families in need have access to "essential nutrition" over the Thanksgiving season.
"The BCTFD has a rich history of community involvement and generosity, demonstrating the power of collective action in addressing food insecurity. We invite everyone to participate - whether by volunteering, donating food, or contributing financially," noted a news release from the BCTFD. "Every effort counts in making a difference in the lives of those who rely on food banks for support. Together, we can make this year's food drive the most successful year yet."
The BCTFD has constantly collected large quantities of non-perishable food items. In 2023, the Victoria drive collected 4,940 pounds of non-perishable's were collected for the Shelbourne Community Kitchen.
In 2023, approximately 6,000 volunteers participated and contributed over 21,800 hours of service across the province. This level of community involvement not only helps collect food but also raises awareness about food insecurity, noted the release.
For more information or to donate, visit https://www.bctfooddrive.org.
