We are very grateful that Peterson is holding a donation drive to support the Richmond Food Bank. This is the third year that they have generously agreed to match donations to bring some holiday cheer to our neighbours in need. From now until 29 December 2018, Peterson is matching all Read more…
We’re very excited to get back to work in our Garden Plot! We’ve been busily adding soil, digging up weeds, and planting new vegetables to help our neighbours in need. We’re already starting to see the bounty of our hard work. There are a ton of ways you can help: Read more…
We were very lucky to have several groups volunteer with us this April. They include: These groups helped us sort donations, restock shelves, clean our warehouse, and distribute grocery assistance. We are very grateful that they chose to volunteer with us. Thank you to the many organizations that volunteered with Read more…
Congratulations to RFB Volunteers Arlene and Margaret (left and right, respectively, with RFB Volunteer Coordinator Stephanie in the centre) for their nominations at the Richmond Cares Richmond Gives Volunteers are Stars gala last week! Volunteers are Stars is a celebration of Richmond’s volunteer spirit. The nominations are a great honour, Read more…
We had a wonderful time at Pathways Clubhouse‘s Taking Care of Business breakfast on Wednesday 18 April in the Executive Hotel. Pathways Clubhouse is a charity in Richmond that “offers hope, encouragement and opportunities to people who live with mental illness.” Pathways provides a supported environment for people as they Read more…
A huge thank you to the Universal Buddhist Temple for their generous donation of 900 lbs of non-perishable food! Pictured here are two officials from the temple with RFB Office Manager Judy. They heard about our programs and services, and wanted to help our neighbours in need. We’re grateful for Read more…
Since the announcement of the modular housing project on Elmbridge, we have been asked about what services we offer for homeless people in Richmond. We help Richmond’s homeless population primarily through three programs: our Grocery Distribution program- in 2017, we served 72 people who didn’t have residences (including people who Read more…
The Richmond Food Bank turned 35 this March- we officially opened our doors in March 1983 at St Alban Church! We were originally planned as a temporary source of support during an economic downturn. However, the need only grew. We served 20 families the first day with grocery hampers. Today, Read more…
Happy Easter! We are closed on Friday 30 March all day for Good Friday. On Saturday 31 March, our Cedarbridge Way office (10 am to 2 pm) and Blundell Grocery Depot (10 am to 11:30 am) will be open as usual. Our Cedarbridge Way office will be open on Monday Read more…
Our office will be closed on Monday, February 17th for Family Day. There will be no distribution at both the Cedarbridge location, as well as the West Richmond Depot.
Have a safe and restful long weekend!