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Individual Donations
Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated and assist in the creation of supports for people facing food insecurity in our community. You can donate online using the form below, or by clicking here.
Cheques can also be sent by mail to: Cambridge Self-Help Food Bank, 54 Ainslie Street South, Cambridge, ON Canada N1R 3K3.
As a registered Canadian charity, you will receive a receipt for income tax purposes for your donation.
Third Party Fundraising
Are you interested in hosting a fundraising or food-raising event with your business, school, or organization? There are so many ways to get involved with the Cambridge Self-Help Food Bank, and we would love to explore your ideas and see how we can help you to help us!
Contact Justine, Fund Development and Communications Coordinator for more information about hosting a third party event. Reach Justine by email at jvoll@cambridgefoodbank.on.ca.
Food Donations
Food donations play a critical role throughout the entire year in helping to keep our shelves stocked and our programs running. We are always ready to accept food donations, including fresh produce and perishables.
All food donations can be brought to us at 54 Ainslie Street South, Cambridge, during our opening hours. You can also leave donations in food donation bins at your local grocery store or any fire department in Cambridge. If you require a tax receipt for a food donation, please drop your donations off to our office with the purchase receipt.
Food drives are a great way to make a difference in ending hunger and to give back to your community. Anyone can run a food drive, at any time of year, and no amount is too small.
Are you interested in running a food drive? Check out this handy guide on How to Run A Food Drive, or check out our Most Needed Items List.
Did you know:
Last year we distributed the equivalent of almost $3,000,000 in food to people in our community? A lot of the food and funds come from people just like you, who help us fight food insecurity in Cambridge and North Dumfries. We couldn’t do it without YOU!
Run A Food Drive
With Your Class, Neighbourhood, Business, Church, Group, etc.
Food drives are a great way to make a difference in ending hunger and to give back to your community. Anyone can run a food drive, at any time of year, and no amount is too small.
Are you interested in running a food drive? Check out this handy guide on How to Run A Food Drive, or check out our Most Needed Items List.
Looking to get started on your food drive? We’re happy to help! Let us know about your food drive by emailing Siobhan at sbonisteel@cambridgefoodbank.on.ca or by filling out the form below. We will get in touch with you to arrange drop off or pick up for larger donations.
Healthy Food Choices
We work hard to present the healthiest food options for our community as we can. We welcome you to take a look at this document created by the Region of Waterloo’s Public Health Department: Better Food to Buy.
In this document, you will find an extensive list of non-perishable products that are recommended as healthy options for your donations. Also, don’t forget that we love to receive fresh foods such as fruits and vegetables!
Volunteer
*At this time we are not accepting new volunteers and current volunteers are asked to stay home. Please check back here, or our social media channels for updates. Thank you for your understanding.
Are you passionate about the wellbeing of neighbours in your community? Want to learn new skills, do some good work, and serve your community? The Cambridge Self-Help Food Bank wouldn’t exist without the contributions of members of our community – just like you. Join the over 1000 people who volunteer with us annually, and help to serve your community!
We accept and support:
- Individual Volunteers
- Group and Corporate Volunteers
- Student Volunteers
- Internships and Other Placements
We want to ensure each volunteer has a positive and rewarding experience with us. Some groups will volunteer once in the year, while others will volunteer week after week – some for a decade or more!
As a Volunteer you may be involved in helping with any of the following events/areas:
- Emergency hamper room
- Co-op store
- Clothing room
- Warehouse support
- Special events
- Serving on the Board of Directors or other committees
Current Volunteer Positions Needed:
Community Pantry Attendant
We are seeking 1 volunteer to help in our pantry on Tuesdays from 12pm-430pm. The volunteer will assist participants in getting their food baskets, stock shelves and general upkeep. This is a weekly opportunity every Tuesday. Please contact Tara for more details.
Clothing Room Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers to assist in our clothing room. The volunteer will help monitor the room, assist participants with clothing selection as well as keeping it tidy.
Volunteers are needed Wednesdays from 1-4pm, Thursdays from 930am-12pm (end time flexible) as well as Fridays from 1-4pm (end time flexible).
If you would like to volunteer please contact Tara for more details.
Food Savers Club
We are looking for volunteers to help us reduce our food waste by preserving, freezing and repackaging food to extend its life so we are able to feed more people. The Food Savers club meets every Tuesday from 1pm – 330pm and Wednesdays from 9am-1130am.
If you would like to volunteers please contact Tara for more details.
Special Events
Are you looking to help out but you can’t volunteer during business hours? Join our Special Events email list and receive updates on weekend volunteer fundraising opportunities out in our community.
For more details please contact Tara.
To sign up to volunteer
fill out our Volunteer Form and email a copy to Tara at tcooper@cambridgefoodbank.on.ca or
drop it off at our office.
Events
Want to get involved? Check out below for a list of our upcoming events at the Cambridge Self-Help Food Bank.
Thinking about hosting a special event with your business, community group, place of worship, or team? We would love to hear from you! Contact Justine, Fund Development and Communications Coordinator for more information about holding a special event at jvoll@cambridgefoodbank.on.ca.
Our Sponsors & Supporters
We are so grateful for the generous support of Cambridge North Rotary for the funding to create this beautiful website. We are honoured by your commitment to our work and our community, and thank you for your ongoing support and generosity. Click here to learn more about Cambridge North Rotary.
