About Us

Food Banks Canada is the only national charitable organization representing and supporting the food bank community across Canada. Learn more about us — how we’re organized, our membership, and our programs.

Learn About Hunger

Close to 900,000 Canadians each month are assisted by food banks. By understanding the nature of the problem, and the possible solutions, we can all do our part to make a difference.

Get Involved

Together, we can make a difference to help reduce hunger and improve the lives of the nearly 900,000 Canadians who turn to food banks each month. Learn how you or your company can contribute.

Media

The latest news about Food Banks Canada, our partners, and our programs, as well as helpful resources for our communications partners and members of the media.

Hunger Fact

3 out of 10 households receiving food in Alberta are currently working.

More Facts

Donate

Your contribution will help Food Banks Canada address the short-term need for food and longer-term solutions to the problem of hunger in Canada. For every $1 you donate, Food Banks Canada is able to acquire and share $20 worth of food. A donation of $25 or more helps us to share food and supports our many programs that assist food banks in their daily work.

Make your donation now, through our secure online payment feature. Or make your donation through one of the many other options listed below.

Whatever amount you decide to give, rest assured that your money will be used efficiently and effectively to reduce hunger. Food Banks Canada has one of the highest rates of efficiency among Canadian charities.

Single Gift

When you give your support today, you help Food Banks Canada move forward its vision to be the voice for Canadians who are hungry. No matter the donation amount, your gift will be carefully invested to make the maximum impact. Make an online donation now.

By Text:

Donate $5 to Food Banks Canada by texting HUNGER to 30333. A one-time donation will be added to your mobile phone bill.

Monthly Gift

By making a monthly contribution to Food Banks Canada, you are helping provide a consistent source of support with the lowest administrative costs so we can focus on our mission and vision. This cost-efficient and sustainable way to give ensures that your contributions make the maximum impact. Become a monthly donor.

Tribute Donation

Make a donation in memory of a loved one or friend, or as a way to honour someone special. We will acknowledge the gift with a card explaining that the donation will support the work of Food Banks Canada. These symbolic gifts are unique, meaningful, and help Canadians who are hungry. Make a Tribute Gift, or get information, by calling 1-877-535-0958 x237.

Planned Giving Options

Make your legacy a lasting impact in the reduction of hunger in Canada. Bequeath a donation to Food Banks Canada in your will, make arrangements in your life insurance policy, or donate a gift of securities. A planned gift is best made with the counsel of one’s financial advisor, lawyer, accountant, or insurance professional. Talk to us about arranging a Planned Gift by calling 1-877-535-0958 x237.

How to make your donation

By Fax:

Download this printable form (PDF) and fax the completed form to 416-203-9244.

By Phone:

Please contact 1-877-535-0958 x237 to make a donation or obtain more information about gift options.

By Email:

Contact info@foodbankscanada.ca

By Mail:

Make your cheque payable to Food Banks Canada. Or provide your credit card number, expiry date, and full name as it appears on the card. You may use our optional donation form if you wish. Please send to:

Food Banks Canada
2150 Lake Shore Blvd W
Toronto, ON M8V 1A3

All donations of $10 or more will be issued with a tax receipt for income tax purposes.

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