A month-long initiative dedicated to fighting food insecurity is being served up by a local business.

With the holiday season around the corner, The Roster Sports Club Bar & Grill has brought back the fifth annual Dish Out the Kindness fundraiser.

This year, The Roster is once again teaming up with The Salvation Army 鈥� House of Hope鈥檚 Food Bank to raise essential funds.

For every regular-priced entr茅e purchased (dine-in or takeout) throughout December, The Roster will donate $5 toward a goal of raising $6,000. Additionally, $5 from every $50 or more gift certificate purchased will go to the cause.

鈥淔ood insecurity remains at an all-time high in our city,鈥� said Hussein Hollands, owner. 鈥淭he Salvation Army plays a vital role in helping our most vulnerable residents through their food bank, and the need in our community has never been greater. As a restaurant focused on feeding people, we feel it鈥檚 especially important to champion this cause.鈥�

The Salvation Army has been a steadfast presence in Vernon for almost 120 years, offering essential aid to families and individuals, including food, clothing, Christmas support, and emotional and spiritual care through its food bank, family services, and thrift store.

鈥淥ur organization depends on the generosity of our community to maintain the wide range of resources and services we offer. The Roster's dedication is deeply appreciated, especially during this time of great need,鈥� said Jen Thompson, Vernon Corps Officer at The Salvation Army, highlighting the importance of community support.

鈥淕iving back to the community has been a core focus for The Roster over the past few years,鈥� added Hollands. 鈥淲e look forward to continuing this fundraiser and other community-centered initiatives for years to come.鈥�