The Cumberland Community Schools Society (CCSS) works to improve access to nutritious food, inclusive recreation, lifelong learning and networks of support in Cumberland, BC. This is accomplished through the provision of free meals and food hampers, barrier free after-school activities, and inclusive community programming. Operating independently out of the public school, CCSS currently provides:

• A Healthy Food Program (breakfast & lunch with subsidies)
• Free After-School Programs
• A drop-in Youth Centre
• Barrier free community programs & events
• The Cumberland Food Share (food hamper deliveries).

CCSS programs serve a wide demographic, with a focus on low income and vulnerable residents. We aim to recognize and respond to identified community needs, and connect Cumberland residents of all ages with the resources they need to support their well-being.

Testimonials

"I want to tell you how important your program is to my family. Without your help we would have not had the opportunity to eat the nutritious food you have provided us over the last couple years. Being seniors with health issues, our opportunities to make extra monies at this point in our lives is impossible. We recently lost our home as we could no longer afford to stay there. Inflation, increases on municipal expenses, and food. I don't know how we would have made it without you. I do know our life would look very different without your help. I don't know how to thank you enough for all you do."

"I would first like to say a huge thank you to you and all the volunteers who have done the amazing work on the food share boxes, and for helping our family through the years. With great appreciation and gratitude, we have enjoyed our fresh food, but it is finally time to say goodbye. We have finally come up with the resources and more work, so we will no longer be needing the help. Please donate to the next family in need."

“I’m eating better, which is translating into better mental health. I feel cared for- even though I’m on disability, the care that goes into the food box makes me feel like I still have some worth and am seen & treated the same as others. That matters to me a lot, to feel respected and valued”. 

“If it were not for the people who started the Cumberland Community Schools Society, and now the Food Share program, I do not know how I would have survived. Bless their hearts, for they are a group that goes above and beyond.”

“CCSS does a great job of supporting our youth and community. I am so  thankful my child gets benefit from what CCSS offers. With all my heart, thank you!”