CORPORATE FOOD DONATIONS 

Corporate food donations help us meet the urgent need for nutrients today with both fresh and shelf-stable foods.

Every year in Canada, millions of pounds of food — much of which is safe and wholesome — go to waste from manufacturing, farmers, agri-processors, facilities, and retailers. 

Recognizing that quality surplus is a potential food source for people who are struggling to put meals on the table, Food Banks Canada partners with corporate donors to secure large-scale donations that are then shared efficiently and equitably across the food bank network. Through our National Food Sharing System and Retail Food Program, we acquire and share about 30 million pounds of food on an annual basis.

As an agricultural partner, you can help those in need, send a positive message to your stakeholders and employees, and join the fight to end hunger by donating your products. Food Banks Canada can assist with tracking, recall, donation letters and in some cases, tax receipts.

Food Banks Canada’s network is trained in safe food handling procedures to reduce the risk of foodborne illness, and most organizations are able to manage fresh and perishable foods. All donations are also protected under the provincial Good Samaritan Laws, which protect those who donate and distribute food in good faith from liability risks.  

When you partner with Food Banks Canada, you can be assured that your donation will be handled responsibly. All organizations participating in our food sharing program are registered charitable organizations that adhere to a Food Banks Code of Ethics, which includes the promise that they will not sell or accept payment of any kind for donated products.  

Most Needed Items: 

• Fresh food, including meat, dairy, fruits and vegetables 
• Non-perishable and shelf-stable foods that are long-lasting, including, rice, legumes, couscous, quinoa, pastas, flours and cooking oils 
• Canned protein sources, including chicken, turkey and fish

INTERESTED IN DONATING GOODS OR SERVICES?

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Partner Highlights

Food Banks Canada is proud to partner with Kraft Heinz in the mission to end hunger from coast to coast to coast.

“We are so grateful to Kraft and FBC for supporting our Emergency Food Network with this donation of priority non-perishable foods. At a time when we are gearing up to not only maintain our hunger relief programs, but support over 8,000 Christmas hampers, this infusion into our food operations is so important.​”
– Karen Randell, Operations Manager, Hamilton Food Share

“We are so grateful to Kraft and FBC for supporting our Emergency Food Network with this donation of priority non-perishable foods. At a time when we are gearing up to not only maintain our hunger relief programs, but support over 8,000 Christmas hampers, this infusion into our food operations is so important.​”
– Karen Randell, Operations Manager, Hamilton Food Share

“In 2021, the Calgary Food Bank rescued over 640,000 lbs. of food from Loblaws and Walmart stores in Calgary. We’ve received everything from crackers to yogurt to juice, but most importantly, frozen meat! Meat rescued from retail stores is one of our most consistent sources of protein for our emergency hampers. Every person who comes to the food bank for an emergency hamper gets seven to 10 days’ worth of nutritious food for every member of their family. The food that we rescue from retailers like Loblaw and Walmart ensures that people who are facing food insecurity no longer have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. With their generous support, we will be able to continue feeding our community for weeks and months to come.”
– Avaleen Streeton, Food Coordinator, Calgary Food Bank

“In 2021, the Calgary Food Bank rescued over 640,000 lbs. of food from Loblaws and Walmart stores in Calgary. We’ve received everything from crackers to yogurt to juice, but most importantly, frozen meat! Meat rescued from retail stores is one of our most consistent sources of protein for our emergency hampers. Every person who comes to the food bank for an emergency hamper gets seven to 10 days’ worth of nutritious food for every member of their family. The food that we rescue from retailers like Loblaw and Walmart ensures that people who are facing food insecurity no longer have to worry about where their next meal is coming from. With their generous support, we will be able to continue feeding our community for weeks and months to come.”
– Avaleen Streeton, Food Coordinator, Calgary Food Bank

“St. George & Area Food Bank is very appreciative of this partnership. Folks in our area will often ask for only the Kraft and Heinz brand. Food security is such an ongoing concern, and sometimes just knowing you have a name brand item in your bag can make someone’s day. Or at least smile knowing we have great corporate partners that help in our community. The smile of a parent who knows the healthy ingredients Heinz provides to give their child a healthy start.”
– St. George & Area Food Bank

“St. George & Area Food Bank is very appreciative of this partnership. Folks in our area will often ask for only the Kraft and Heinz brand. Food security is such an ongoing concern, and sometimes just knowing you have a name brand item in your bag can make someone’s day. Or at least smile knowing we have great corporate partners that help in our community. The smile of a parent who knows the healthy ingredients Heinz provides to give their child a healthy start.”
– St. George & Area Food Bank