Welcome to The DTES Emergency Supply Hub
The DTES Emergency Supply Hub strengthens food security, community resilience, and disaster readiness for Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside.
We serve low-income, under-represented, and street-entrenched populations by redistributing essential goods, supporting frontline organizations, and closing the gap between surplus and community need. Our mission is rooted in dignity, nutrition, harm reduction, and zero-waste values.
What the DTES Hub Offers
- Food Redistribution: Fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable foods for nonprofits, shelters, hampers and community meal programs
- Emergency Supplies: Weather gear, PPE, first-aid basics, and hydration supplies
- Non-Food Essentials: Toiletries, hygiene products, household basics, and harm-reduction supports
- Community & Agency Support: Centralized pickup location for organizations serving vulnerable populations
- Zero-Waste Redistribution: Connecting surplus goods from businesses to frontline organizations
- Disaster Response Coordination: Rapid support during climate-related and community emergencies
Volunteer With Us!
Looking for Dedicated Volunteers
The DTES Hub is looking for dedicated volunteers to come help. There’s a spot for all kinds, and we appreciate every one of you!
We welcome individuals, schools, workplaces, and volunteer groups.
Your skills, energy, and compassion directly support thousands of people in the Downtown Eastside and beyond.
When you volunteer with the Hub, you become part of a community that believes in dignity, compassion, and practical support.
Volunteer Sign up Form
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DTES Hub Calendar
Did you know the hub as a community space offers recovery programs?
Take a peak at our program schedule and reach out for further details.
