Hours
Monday to Saturday: 10:00am — 4:00pm.
Hamper Distribution
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00am — 1:30pm.
Register at food bank starting at 9:00am or by phone (250-746-1566). Phone is preferred.
Contact
5810 Garden St, Duncan, BC V9L 3V9
Tel: 250-746-1566
Fax: 778-422-3566
Email: henry@cvbs.ca
Manager: Henry Wikkerink
Volunteer Opportunity
Drivers
The Cowichan Valley Basket Society is looking for two volunteer drivers, each covering 3-4 days per week (Monday to Saturday).
The Volunteer Drivers are responsible for picking up bread and food donations from various grocery stores in the Duncan area starting at approx. 7:30am on Mondays through Saturdays and delivering to the Food Bank. The time commitment is no more than 2 hours per day. This role requires a truck or cargo-type van.
An honorarium to cover some gas expenses will be provided. A criminal record check and driver's abstract will be required. If you are interested, please contact the office at (250) 746-1566.
Needs
Financial
Your donation helps the society's buyer to purchase bulk goods for distribution in hampers or use in the dining area.
Donations are accepted by:
- e-Transfer to cvbs@shaw.ca (please include your mailing address in the transfer note)
- cash or cheques can be brought to the office during office hours
- mail a cheque
- donate online using the options below
Donations to this registered charity are recognized with an annual receipt for tax deduction purposes.
Foods
Donations of canned goods, dry goods, & fresh produce are always welcome. Food can be dropped off between 9AM and 3PM or a pick up can be arranged for large quantities.
- Ensure (or other meal replacement)
- Breakfast Cereal
- Peanut Butter
- Jam
- Powdered Milk
- Soups
- Canned fruits
- Canned chilis or stews or pastas
- Juices (1 liter & small)
- Children's Lunch Snack Items
- Granola Bars
- Canned vegetables
- Side Kicks
- Bottled Water
- Table Sugar
- Laundry Soap
- Tins of Coffee
- Canned Tuna
- Eggs
- Salmon
- Wet Wipes
- Cat Food
- Pancake mix and syrup
- Condiments (ketchup, mustard and relish)
- Mac & Cheese
- Chick Peas
- Lentils
- Black Beans
- Baby Formula
Volunteers
Contact the office (250-746-1566) if you are interested in volunteering.
