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.
October 13 to December 8, 2018Community
Visit the Kitchener Market for various events in support of The Food Bank.
View Event DetailsNovember 28, 2018Community, Tim Hortons Fall Food Drive
Run a food & Fund Drive and earn a special morning with the Kitchener Rangers at The Food Bank!
View Event DetailsOctober 4, 2018Events, Stories
The Food Bank of Waterloo Region and Oktoberfest have worked closely for many years, positively contributing and making a difference in the community. And over the years, the impact has been incredible.
View Blog PostSeptember 28, 2018Newsletters, Stories, Uncategorized
Hunger can affect any one of us at any time. That’s why it’s so important to channel our community’s energy to help each other in times of need.
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.
