Camrose Helps Foundation

Cultural Food Distribution Hub - volunteer-run program offered once/month for newcomer families by referral. Offers cultural food hampers and grocery gift cards for culturally appropriate food that cannot be accessed from the local food bank. Food is donated through food drives or purchased with donated funds. Offers no-barrier access to culturally specific and appropriate foods fresh produce meat and spices. The hampers will also allow for choice in the kinds and types of food that meet cultural and religious dietary needs. If access to transportation is a barrier hampers will be delivered monthly to families by volunteers. Community Pantry - community pantry and satellite pantry sites (which consist of a fridge freezer and dry goods shelf) in donated space at FCSS office and public library. The food and supplies are obtained through Second Harvest Food Rescue community garden donations local gardeners/farmers donations. Offers no-barrier access for low-income individuals who are struggling financially to access enough food for themselves and/or their families. Winter Coat Drive - volunteer-run program October-February that offers at no-charge donated winter clothing for low-income individuals