Corporate giving
Sponsorship
Legacy giving
Donate most needed food
First Responders to Food Bank 365
EAT 365
Ways to give
Host a food and fund drive
Volunteer
Events
Advocate
Get involved
Mobile Pantry
Food Recovery program
Feed Collaboration
Fresh Approaches Food Centre
Perishable hamper line
Our team
Community Food Assistance Network
Plans and reports
Careers
Ways to give
Support hunger relief in Waterloo region by donating funds, giving food, volunteering, hosting a food and fund drive, or partnering with The Food Bank to help provide nutritious meals for neighbours in need.
$1 = 2 meals
Every $1 you give helps provide two healthy, nutritious meals for children and adults in Waterloo region who are facing food insecurity.
Donate food
When you donate surplus food, you’re helping to ensure that the 1 in 9 households in Waterloo region relying on food assistance have access to fresh, nutritious meals right away.
Legacy giving
Leave a lasting impact by giving a legacy gift today—your contribution will continue to support the fight against hunger for years to come.
Corporate giving
Partner with The Food Bank of Waterloo Region to make a difference—donate, volunteer, sponsor, or host a food and fund drive to help fight hunger in our community.
Other ways to give
There are many ways to give and support The Food Bank of Waterloo Region, whether as an individual, family, or group. Here are a few options to get involved:
Sponsorship
Sponsoring an event or program with The Food Bank of Waterloo Region allows your business to make a meaningful impact while gaining visibility and showcasing your commitment to fighting hunger in our community.
Give monthly through EAT 365
Hunger does not only happen during the holidays. Monthly giving provides reliable, year-round support for neighbours facing food insecurity. By joining EAT 365, you help The Food Bank of Waterloo Region plan ahead, respond to rising need, and provide consistent access to nutritious food across the community.
Gifts in kind
Help us maximize our impact! Donations and sponsorships cover program and operating costs, but gifts like equipment, supplies, space, and services are also incredibly valuable. By saving on these expenses, we can direct more funds to getting food to those who need it most. If you’d like to donate an in-kind gift, connect with us at sponsorship@thefoodbank.ca.
Host a food and fund drive
Organize a food and fund drive and make a real difference in your community.
Volunteering
Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do at The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. From accepting donations and attending events to sorting food, packing hampers, and delivering to our partners, we truly couldn’t do it without you. Your help makes all the difference!
Why give to The Food Bank of Waterloo region?
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Your donation supports local hunger relief across Waterloo region.
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Every $1 helps provide two healthy meals.
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Your support helps provide fresh, frozen, and non-perishable food.
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Donations help the Community Food Assistance Network serve people facing hunger.
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You can give once, monthly, through your workplace, or as part of a legacy gift.