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Christchurch Salvation Army

The Salvation Army in Christchurch provides tailored, compassionate food support to over 5,800 people and whānau each year, alongside wraparound services that build on whānau strengths and restore hope and wellbeing. We share game meat with eight Salvation Army foodbanks across Christchurch, including Rolleston.

Christchurch Salvation Army

About Christchurch Salvation Army

Te Ope Whakaora – The Salvation Army in Christchurch walks alongside people and whānau facing hardship, providing tailored, compassionate food support to more than 5,800 people and whānau each year. We don’t just offer food – we offer care, connection, and wraparound support that builds on people’s strengths. Through financial mentoring, parenting programmes and community kai initiatives, we help whānau grow hope and wellbeing. Meat is our most needed and hardest to source item. Your support will help local families access nourishing protein when they need it most. We share game meat with eight Salvation Army foodbanks across Christchurch, including Rolleston.
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How Your Donation Works

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Your donation funds the professional butchering of a wild deer.

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Once $120 is raised, a registered WGRT hunter gets the green light.

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The deer is professionally processed into venison mince.

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The food bank collects and distributes the meat to those who need it.

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Every $120 donated delivers around 200 meals worth of venison to Christchurch Salvation Army.

Impact to Date

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Deer to date commissioned for Christchurch Salvation Army
≈ 200 meals provided to the community

Recent Donations

Anonymous
8 Nov 2026
$120
Anonymous
29 Jun 2026
$10
Anonymous
8 May 2026
$5
Sarah G
7 May 2026
$5
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