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Be part of the movement to strengthen food equity in our community
Food Equity in 2025
Food insecurity has become one of the most pressing issues in our community. Demand for SNP’s food equity programs has risen sharply in recent years, and food costs are continuing to climb. Unfortunately, funding levels haven't kept pace, making it increasingly challenging to meet this growing need in our community.
As a result:
  • The “Seconds” Dinner Program (Monday Family Dinner) — developed to respond to urgent food insecurity — was cancelled due to insufficient funding.
  • Families’ access to our Family Dinner to Go program has been reduced from every 2–3 weeks to every 5–6 weeks with a long waitlist.
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    ​Every donation makes a difference. Donate now to support SNP's Food Equity programs. 
The Giving Season at SNP 
This year, SNP is dedicating our Giving Season Campaign towards strengthening food equity in our community.
With your support, we aim to: 
  • Reduce waitlists for our food programs.
  • Replace aging kitchen equipment.
  • Offset the high cost of purchasing quality ingredients.
  • Strengthen community partnerships to build sustainable, community-led food security solutions.
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SNP Food Equity Programs
  • Family Dinner to Go – Provides nutritious, freshly prepared take-home meals to families facing food insecurity. This program helps relieve stress for families while improving access to healthy food.
  • Community Kitchens – Offers families a welcoming space to connect and prepare meals to take home, with free childminding to make the program more accessible to caregivers.
  • Cooking Connections – A new collaboration with the District of Saanich launched this fall. This program invites adults 55+ who may be facing isolation to connect, learn kitchen skills, and take home healthy meals.
  • Food Skills programs for families and youths –  Empowers families and teens with practical food skills, nutritional knowledge, and cooking confidence for healthier, affordable, and enjoyable meals.
  • Community Fridges –  A free resource of bread, produce, and other pantry items available on a self-serve basis. 
  • Healthy snacks and lunch for children in our care –  Over 100 children per week are supported through this program.

Making an Impact: 
Our Impact (FY2024)
  • 70 Community Family Dinners offered
  • 5,415 individuals served through Family Meals
  • 39 Community Kitchens hosted, with 305 complete take-home family meals prepared
These numbers represent more than meals — they reflect moments of connection, dignity, and belonging for families across our community.

There are many ways you can participate in this campaign!  

List of SNP Giving Season Events:
  • Light the World Giving Machine  – Nov. 14 - Dec. 3 at Tillicum Centre
    SNP Day of Spotlight - Nov. 21 
          For detailed information, please click here. 
  • Pop-up Christmas photos at Tillicum Centre 
    Saturday, Nov. 29  (12pm to 4pm)   – Pop-up photos with Santa
    Thursday, Dec. 11 (1pm to 5pm)     – Pop-up photos with the Grinch 
    Sunday, Dec. 14 (12pm to 4pm)         – Pop-up photos with Santa 
    Tuesday, Dec. 16 (11am to 3pm)        – Pop-up photos with Santa 
    All the donations made during these events will go to SNP!  Come have some Christmas fun by taking photos with Santa and the Grinch! 
  • Gift of Good Food  – All cash donations made during our Family Dinner on December 10 and December 17 will go to the Gift of Good Food.  The Good Food Boxes have been an incredible resource in helping us meet the needs of families who face food insecurity.  Click here for details. 
  • Giving Tuesday, a movement of generosity, is on December 2 
    Click here for more details. 
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Other ways to help:
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  1. You can donate through CanadaHelps 
  2. Spread the word about our campaign to friends, colleagues, and community members and direct them to our Canadahelps website. 
  3. Donate your time by volunteering with us.
  4. Lead a community fundraiser (food drive, bottle drive, etc) and donate the proceeds to SNP. 
  5. Share our social media posts. 
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​Thank you for joining us in this important mission. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for families in our community.
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