Second Harvest
You likely qualify if: Age 16 or older; Not doing court-appointed volunteer hours.
Call 416-408-2594Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Food help, food banks and food events in Toronto with a published organization email
14 of the 24 places for food help, food banks and food events in toronto have a published organization email.
That is the door they put up themselves, so it is the shortest list to start from if you are asking for a partnership, an advert, a sponsorship or a stall.
North York Harvest Food Bank
Call 416.635.7771Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Meals on Wheels in Toronto (find your local program)
For: Seniors, and adults who live with a disability, have a long-term illness, are recovering from surgery or...
Ongoing.
Call 2-1-1Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
National Zakat Foundation (NZF) Canada
You likely qualify if: In financial hardship and short on essential needs; Muslim and living in Canada.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1.888.693.2203Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Second Harvest - Volunteer hours for high school students (age 16+)
You likely qualify if: High school students aged 16 and over; Event volunteers must be 19+.
Roles run year-round; for example Food Sort Team Leader shifts are 3 hours, Tuesday to Thursday.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
FoodShare Toronto
For: Community groups, schools and agencies in Toronto that want to start a market, garden or food program, and...
Call 416-363-6441Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
FoodShare Toronto - Teen volunteers (ages 14+ with a parent permission form)
You likely qualify if: Ages 14 to 18 with a parent's permission; Under 14: come with a parent or teacher.
Almost all shifts are Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, plus a few special events.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
Parkdale Community Food Bank
For: Anyone who needs food: no proof of ID or financial status is needed and you can come once a week; delivery is...
Call 416-532-2375Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Student Nutrition Programs in Toronto Schools (free breakfast, snacks and meals)
You likely qualify if: Students at Toronto schools with a program; Open to all, whether or not you can pay.
Runs every school day during the school year.
Call 416-797-1013Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Muslim Welfare Canada (MWC)
You likely qualify if: Not a food bank recipient; Able to give a police record check if 18 or older; 18 or older, or...
Call (416) 754-8116Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Muslim Welfare Canada - Food Bank program
Call (416) 754-8116Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Scarborough Food Security Initiative (Feed Scarborough)
For: Anyone who needs help with food (the food bank page says it serves anyone, no appointment needed); home...
Call 416-936-3975Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Fort York Food Bank
For: People in Toronto who need free groceries or a meal; the website does not list an area limit, ID rule or income...
Call 416-203-3011Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
The Stop Community Food Centre
For: People who need food; households living in its catchment area (north of Bloor, south of St.
Call 416-652-7867Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
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