Hamper Program

Red Deer Food Bank Society


Description
Provides a tailor made box of food for specific households.

Service offers:

  • food hampers to individuals in need
  • information and referrals to other community resources to provide individuals and families the support that they may require in times of crisis
  • acceptance of non-perishable food items and monetary donations

Key Provider: volunteers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • residents of Red Deer and surrounding area 
  • who are in need of food
Application Process
Service Access: Telephone Information Line, To access service:
  • call Hamper Request phone line
  • hamper requests called in the morning may be picked up that afternoon
  • hamper requests called in the afternoon may be picked up the following business day (Monday to Friday)
  • to donate non-perishable food or money, call or visit website for details
Individuals requesting a hamper are asked to provide for each household member:
  • proof of residence
  • valid identification
  • proof of income

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
403-346-1505 (Hamper Request)
Telephone
403-342-5355 (Administration)
Web Site
http:www.reddeerfoodbank.com/hamper-program
Email
admin@reddeerfoodbank.com
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: No -
Other disabled access: No -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
March 25, 2024
Address
7429 49 Avenue
Red Deer, AB, T4P 1N2
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Hours of Operation
Mon
09:00 AM to 03:45 PM
Tue
09:00 AM to 03:45 PM
Wed
09:00 AM to 03:45 PM
Thu
09:00 AM to 03:45 PM
Fri
09:00 AM to 03:45 PM

Above are operating hours for the hamper request line.

Closed from 11:45 am - 12:45 pm for lunch.