How You Can Help

Every person—from a single individual to a corporation—can make a difference in the lives of those suffering from food insecurity in our community. The Food Bank of York Region (FBYR) offers different ways to meet this need—whether through financial contributions, food donations, or organizing a food drive or fundraiser, or volunteering time. Your generous contributions make it possible for us to work to eradicate hunger in York Region.

Ways to Donate

There are several ways you can donate to the Food Bank of York Region to help our neighbours struggling to put food on the table.

  • You can make a One-Time Gift. Donate Now
  • You can sign up to become a monthly donor. Donate Monthly
  • Give Stocks and Bonds: You can donate publicly traded securities, which is a tax-efficient way to support our mission to end hunger in York Region.

Volunteer Time

The Food Bank of York Region (FBYR) counts on the help of our volunteers to meet the need. 

We have the food, but our volunteers are critical to get it to those in need in our neighbourhoods and communities

Host a Food or Fund Drive

With over 30,000 individuals in York Region struggling with food insecurity, every dollar matters.  Your donations help warehouse and transport food where assistance is most needed. 

Hosting a food drive is a great way to collect food and household products for distribution.

Corporate Engagement

Our corporate partners have a tremendous impact in the community as contributors to our mission to alleviate food insecurity.

From volunteerism to sponsored events, corporate matching programs, and cause marketing campaigns, you can make a difference.

Peer to Peer Fundraising (P2P)

Be the change that your community needs. Start a P2P fundraising campaign today to do your part in ending food insecurity in York Region. 

Become a Community Partner

Does your food pantry or agency provide services for people in low-income or vulnerable situations that could benefit from our help?

Contact us to partner with us and inquire about receiving daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly food deliveries. Together we can do more.

Give them nourishment today
Help them thrive tomorrow

Every dollar you donate facilitates the provision of three meals.
Your donation will provide hope to your neighbours in need.

Help Feed Our Hungry Neighbours
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