Why Give

Quite simply, we are struggling to make ends meet at Our Place. Inflation has hit us hard, and your generous support is needed more than ever to ensure three meals a day, 365 days a year, are provided to those who are struggling. Inflation is the highest it has been in almost 40 years and food costs are escalating. Demand for emergency meals is up by 35%, and donations are 10% lower.

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Learn more from recent stories in local media:

• Rising food costs, hike in demand cause for concern at Our Place in Victoria
• Rising food costs causing concern at Our Place
• Rising food prices, fewer donations hit Victoria charity as demand for meals increases
• ‘We are struggling’: Rising cost of food and increase in demand puts pressure on Our Place Society
• Rising food costs, hike in demand cause concern at Victoria’s Our Place charity
• Meet some of the people bringing food to Victorians – for free
• Greater Victoria food charities feel the pinch as costs soar
• Our Place Society Faces Inflation Challenges
• Central Saanich farm giving all its crops to those in need

At Our Place, a meal is often that first crucial step toward a healthier and happier life, one filled with connection, hope and belonging.

A nutritious meal is often what brings those we serve through our doors, but when they come to us for meals, we get the chance to spend time with them and offer them some support and care. We work to nourish the whole person – physically, socially, spiritually, and psychologically – and connect them to a path of positive change. When folks come to us for a meal, it’s more than just food on a plate – it’s compassion, community, acceptance – it’s a meal, plus so much more. 

How your gifts are nourishing lives:

• Volunteering at Our Place strengthens community for all
• Why community is so important in the path to recovery – Patrick’s story
• How housing outreach workers nourish dignity and self-worth, 24/7
• Inspiring change and planting seeds of hope through work
• Helping people walk through the minefield of addiction towards hope – Jordan’s story