May 6, 2020Media Releases
Community Rallies to Show Support during #GivingTuesdayNow
#GivingTuesdayNow was about more than fundraising, it was an opportunity to unite people during this unprecedented health crisis.
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May 5, 2020Media Releases
The Food Bank Anticipates More Need as Communities Ride Out Pandemic
Giving Tuesday is typically in the fall and each year different charities find ways to drive donations ahead of the holiday season. But the pandemic called for another rallying cry.
View Blog PostApril 7, 2020Media Releases
Rangers alumnus donates $53,000 to The Food Bank of Waterloo Region
The Food Bank of Waterloo Region received a donation from Kitchener Rangers alumnus Jeff Skinner for their ongoing efforts against the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Canstruction® Waterloo Region goes Virtual amid Health Crisis
It may have been short and sweet but the impact of Canstruction® Waterloo Region can’t be ignored.
View Blog PostMarch 20, 2020COVID-19, Media Releases
The Food Bank Adjusts Operations to Better Support Community during COVID-19
The Food bank Activates Pandemic Business Continuity plan for Community Food Assistance Network
View Blog PostFebruary 21, 2020Media Releases, Stories
The Food Bank Receives Innovation Award
When you hear the word innovation you might think of start-ups, universities, tech companies or large corporations. What you might not think of, however, is non-profits and charities.
View Blog PostJanuary 10, 2020Media Releases
Exchange Magazine: Community Collaboration to Feed the Hungry
Wendi Campbell and her team at The Food Bank, are making a huge impact in Waterloo Region, by making sure that 34,500+ residents, don't go hungry.
View Blog PostDecember 3, 2019Media Releases
The Food Bank Aims to Raise 1,500 Healthy Hampers as Part of #24HOURSOFGIVING
This year on Giving Tuesday, we are asking the community to participate in #24HoursofGiving and help raise 1,500 healthy hampers for people struggling to put food on the table.
View Blog PostNovember 25, 2019Media Releases
Students Face-Off for a Chance to Meet Rangers and Help Neighbours in Need
Since September, local elementary school students have been raising food and funds for the chance to meet members of the 2019-2020 Kitchener Rangers.
View Blog PostNovember 12, 2019Media Releases
Housing Costs Continue to be a Barrier for Putting Food on the Table
The 2019 HungerCount Report, takes a detailed look at food bank usage across Canada and outlines trends, challenges and solutions to addressing the root cause of hunger.
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