February 17, 2011. North Vancouver, BC, Canada - HARVEST PROJECT, a non-profit organization serving Metro-Vancouver's North Shore communities, has begun operations at full capacity, at its new location on 1073 Roosevelt Crescent, North Vancouver. Within hours of opening the new doors, dozens of North Shore residents experiencing crises as a result of difficult life circumstances such as family-breakdown, illness, job-loss or mental health issues had visited the charity for food and clothing support. By the end of the day, Harvest Project's client care roster for information, referral and coaching support services was also completely booked.

After months of hard work and logistical planning, Harvest Project successfully moved more than 500 monthly clients and their dependents, over 150 volunteers, and a skeleton staff of five to the new Roosevelt Crescent facility. Offices, grocery store, food warehouse, Clothes for Change retail shop and client care services all relocated without disruption.

"Our new Harvest Project facility, located close to the busy Marine Drive, Capilano Mall transit routes, will provide up to 30% more space than our previous setting, while at the same time delivering us significant cost savings on the lease", commented Gary Ansell, Executive Director, Harvest Project.

The move represents a breakthrough for the charity and its work in the community but it doesn't stop there. Before the dust has even settled Harvest Project will embark on a major refit of 1073 Roosevelt Crescent. The plan is to transform the facility, by mid summer, from its existing warehouse status to an extended community hub of client care, grocery support, charity clothing, retail and social interaction.

"We have a huge amount of work ahead of us", continued Gary, "but we are well on the road to improving our ability to address poverty on the North Shore. We've been 'extending a hand-up, not a hand-out' for the last 17 years. A huge thanks to those who have made this move possible and thank you in advance to local businesses, our dedicated supporters and neighbours who may not have partnered with us before, for your future donations. It is only with your support that we can combat poverty in our neighbourhood."

In one of the wealthiest communities in Canada, critical financial and family needs are often hidden and services are scarce for those who find themselves in desperate times. Last year, Harvest Project provided over 3,448 coaching/drop-in sessions, over 10,000 foodhampers/ emergency bags, and received 13,998 volunteer-hours.

Contact: Gary Ansell, Harvest Project, Executive Director
Email: garya@harvestproject.org Phone: (604) 983-9488 ext. 313

We’re moving to new facility at 1073 Roosevelt Ave., February 1, 2011.

• More space
• More cost-effective (lower lease $)
• Custom designed for new programs
• Improved service for our clients

Stage 1

• Dec. 2010 & Jan. 2011 – Plan & start move from 201 Bewicke
• Begin construction of new facilities at Roosevelt Ave.

Stage 2

•  Feb. 1, 2011 – Operate from interim space at Roosevelt Ave. during construction phase
  •  Temporary areas at Roosevelt for offices, client care, warehouse, groceries and clothes
•  Feb. through May, 2011 – Construction build-out

Stage 3

• May 2011 – Complete building project
• Official opening celebration in new facility

November 3, 2010. North Vancouver, BC, Canada – HARVEST PROJECT, a non-profit organization serving Metro-Vancouver’s North Shore communities, announces a planned move to new facilities, to open Feb. 1, 2011.

Harvest Project’s new location at 1073 Roosevelt Crescent, North Vancouver, will provide a more efficient and cost-effective space in which to help its clients. Significantly reduced lease and related expenses will result in more funds for ongoing and new programs.

After 10 years in its current location, 500 clients and their dependents, over 150 volunteers, and staff will relocate to the new offices, food-warehouse and clothing retail areas. The building will be configured to improve meeting space and provision of resources, while keeping Harvest Project close to the core of the North Shore’s population.

Gary Ansell, Executive Director of Harvest Project stated: “This move is key to our providing improved support to the community. Paying less for rent while providing a better facility allows us to immediately focus on enlarging the scope of our work with those facing life challenges.”

In one of the wealthiest communities in Canada, critical financial and family needs are often hidden and services are scarce for those who find themselves in desperate times. Last year, Harvest Project provided over 3,448 coaching/drop-in sessions, over 10,000 foodhampers/ emergency bags, and received 13,998 volunteer-hours.

For almost 20 years, Harvest Project has been reaching out with resources for physical, emotional and spiritual support. The organization brings together a large volunteer team, support from corporations, governments, a food-recovery network and other many generous donors including schools, churches, local businesses and individuals.

Harvest Project “extends a hand up, not a hand out, to those in need.”

Contact:
Harvest Project, Gary Ansell – Executive Director
201 Bewicke Avenue, North Vancouver, BC Canada V7M 3M7
Phone: (604) 983-9488 ext. 306
Email: garya@harvestproject.org 
Website: www.harvestproject.org 

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