‘Feeding Bermuda’ initiative receives support for second year

Salvation Army’s six food programs serve hungry, unhoused individuals across the island territory

For the second year, The Salvation Army’s “Feeding Bermuda” program received a generous grant to provide nourishment, care, and hope to individuals in need through its six ministries.

Those ministries include the Harbour Light Addictions Treatment Centre, Harbour Light Street ministry vehicle, North Street Citadel Food Bank, North Street Citadel Feeding Program, St. George’s Corps Food Bank, and the West End Community Church Food Bank. More than 50,000 visits were reported to these ministries over the past year.

It has meant all the difference to Anna (name changed to protect privacy), a single mother of two who came to St. George’s Corps Food Bank earlier this year. It was her first time asking for food from a food bank and she was in tears about not being able to provide for her family. After talking with staff, she felt much better. She received food and has felt comfortable returning for more visits. She told us how grateful she is to be able to provide school lunches for her children and prepare meals for them until her next paycheque.

Another client, who receives food from the North Street Citadel Feeding Program, said this: “The Salvation Army has benefitted me in many ways… just being fed every day with kindness and love. There’s a lot of homeless that can’t get anything to eat for that day and it’s important that The Salvation Army takes care of them and makes sure everyone gets a meal. I’m grateful for what they do for all of us.”

‘Feeding Bermuda’ received support from the Centennial Bermuda Foundation (https://centennial.bm) in the 2024-2025 year and, recently, for the 2025-2026 year.

“We are very pleased and thankful to have received the support of Centennial Bermuda Foundation’s Community Health and Fundamental Needs Committee again through their grant of $80,000 for the Feeding Bermuda initiative,” said Lt. Lester Ward, Executive Director, Salvation Army Bermuda Community Services. “Their support continues to provide hot meals, bagged lunches, food vouchers, groceries, and care for anyone in need of help at The Salvation Army.

“As the impact of rising costs is deeply felt among the people we serve, we are seeing more people come through our doors. The Foundation’s support has allowed us to plan ahead, be efficient with our spending and vary our menus, so we can purchase fresh fruit, meat, and vegetables to help our clients eat healthier and feel valued.”