The North Okanagan Valley Gleaners Society was created in the summer of 2007 by a group of individuals who had become acutely aware of the problem of world hunger and the fact that the Okanagan valley is rich in food supplies.
Too much of our local food production unfortunately goes to waste. The desire to make use of these gleanings to feed the hungry in other countries convicted them to do something. Distribution is done by reputable and established Christian aid organizations who have partnered with us.
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In our 2025 production year, we received over 1.8 million pounds of produce. From this we produced and shipped a record 16,125,924 servings of food! That’s 17 shipping containers of food!
In addition to the food shipments, we shipped an incredible amount of medical supplies and equipment: 10 full 40′ containers, plus some partial loads.
These food and medical shipments were destined for those in need in Eastern Europe, Asia, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Africa.
A variety of vegetables are donated to the Gleaners by growers, storage facilities, and warehouses. This does not mean they are inedible, but for a variety of reasons such as being an unsuitable shape, size or quality, they may not be desired for sale in stores.
Volunteers help with the cleaning, chopping, and preparation of the produce for dehydration, and packaging the final product. These volunteers may be seniors, members of local churches, groups from schools and clubs, or individuals and families from the local community.
Throughout the year stock is taken and a soup mix recipe is created from the ingredients on hand. The mix is packaged in 150-serving sealed bags, then packed into boxes ready for shipping. Apples and pears are also dehydrated, packaged and shipped as nutritious snacks. Other products available from time to time include: peas, beans, protein flakes, dried potato (hashbrowns), oatmeal, flour, granola, and vegetable seeds.
The Gleaner’s Used Furniture and Appliances Store turns donated items into the funding we need to sustain our food and medical aid donation programs.
The store also helps in-need individuals and families within the local community by, donating 10% of the store inventory each month (see the Furniture Aid page).
Donated furniture and appliances should be in good, usable condition, clean and functioning. Pickup of furniture and appliances can be arranged. Drop-offs are welcome, but only if we have already communicated with you and have agreed to take your items. Drop-offs MUST BE during the hours when the store is open.
Contact us to arrange pickup of any furniture or appliances (in good condition). (250) 549-1123
Used medical equipment is the second major “gleaning” operation at NOVG. The North Okanagan Valley Gleaners receives donations of surplus and replaced medical care equipment and supplies from area hospitals, care facilities, and similar institutions. This can include beds, wheelchairs, lifts, examination tables, furniture, crutches, gowns, linens, and so on. Medical equipment is requested by well-known and reputable mission organizations who, upon NOVG approval, arrange for pickup and shipment to locations around the world where the equipment is desperately needed.
Every gift of time, food, furniture, equipment, or funds helps North Okanagan Valley Gleaners provide food and medical aid to people in need around the world. Whether you volunteer or donate, you become part of a practical, life-giving mission. Call 250-549-1123 or email novgleanersstore@gmail.com to get started.
