The Community Food Assistance Network provides essential meals, shelter, nutrition outreach, counselling and connection to many other services.
Our fleet of refrigerated trucks, large cooler and freezer make it possible to safely transport and store thousands of pounds of fresh, frozen and non-perishable food.
In 2016, 32,640 individuals were served by the community Food Assistance Network of Waterloo Region.
The Community Food Assistance Network is a system of more than 100 community agencies and food programs, providing food and connection to other vital supports needed by children, seniors, families and individuals–every day. The Food Bank of Waterloo Region and Cambridge Self Help Food Bank are at the centre of this Network, actively sourcing fresh, frozen and non-perishable food for distribution.
Initiated in the 1980’s by a group of local social service agencies, this incredible food system has grown and evolved with our changing community and food industry to help alleviate food insecurity. It has taken years to construct and been recognized with a national food bank innovation award.
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Food brings people together in different ways. It can drive social change, bridge cultures, create conversations and build communities. At Ray of Hope – a local organization providing life-changing care and services for those struggling with crime, addiction or homelessness – food plays an important role.
There are many ways that you can get involved and support hungry neighbours in Waterloo Region from upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Please, support our vision to channel our community’s energy so no one goes hungry.
September 27, 2018Community
Join us for an evening of painting while helping feed families in your community.
View Event DetailsSeptember 29, 2018Community, Tim Hortons Fall Food Drive
On September 29th, The Food Bank of Waterloo Region is hosting our first fresh food drive!
View Event DetailsSeptember 21, 2018Events, Uncategorized
September marks Hunger Action Month and is an opportunity for Canadians across the country to work together, towards a future without hunger.
View Blog PostSeptember 13, 2018Events, Stories, Uncategorized
There is nothing more exciting than meeting new people, hearing their stories and being inspired.
View Blog PostThrough community partnerships, we obtain and distribute emergency food from our neighbours for our neighbours.
To channel our community’s energy so no one goes hungry.
