# Community food insecurity support in British Columbia

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/community-food-insecurity-support-in-british-columbia
> Updated: 2026-11-03T18:04:33.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Community-led initiatives are addressing food insecurity through fundraising and direct service in Campbell River. In late October, a Caremongering event raised over $21,000 to provide essential groceries, such as formula and diapers, to 213 families. 

By early November, volunteer efforts in Campbell River expanded to include the delivery of home-cooked meals to vulnerable residents, including unhoused individuals and people with disabilities. These volunteers are delivering between 50 and 90 meals per night to fill gaps left by the closure of a local community soup kitchen. During this period, local service models are shifting, with the Salvation Army providing weekday lunches and collaborating with the United Church to manage Saturday programs.

## Claims

- Barb Lippke and volunteers deliver meals and essentials to people in Campbell River. (reported by 3 sources)
- The volunteer group serves meals out of their vehicles. (reported by 3 sources)
- The group averages 50 to 60 meals per night. (reported by 3 sources)
- The group has served up to 90 meals in a single night. (reported by 3 sources)
- The Salvation Army served lunch Monday to Friday throughout the winter of 2025. (reported by 3 sources)
- The United Church Saturday lunch is moving inside as a collaboration with The Salvation Army this month. (reported by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-11-03: Campbell River volunteers provide meals to address food insecurity

Volunteers in Campbell River are delivering home-cooked meals from their vehicles to combat food insecurity and support the city's less fortunate residents.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/campbell-river-volunteers-provide-meals-to-address-food-insecurity

### 2026-10-26: Community fundraising initiatives support food banks and families in Friday Harbor and Campbell River

Community drives in Friday Harbor and Campbell River are raising funds to provide food and essential supplies to local families in need.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-fundraising-initiatives-support-food-banks-and-families-in-friday-harbor-and-campbell-rive

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Cite as: Community food insecurity support in British Columbia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/community-food-insecurity-support-in-british-columbia