What Giving Back Looks Like
Here are several ways to get involved as a volunteer, depending on your availability and interest.
Volunteers are essential and valuable team members at Food4Kids Waterloo Region, with tasks varying from administrative help to preparing and delivering food packages.
The majority of our work is done Monday to Friday during the day, with the exception of a Thursday evening opportunity. On occasion, we have weeknight or weekend events that provide an opportunity to get involved.
Our activities are family-friendly, and we encourage youth ages 12 and older and students to come volunteer with us to earn community service hours.
Host A Fundraiser
One significant way to make an impact on the kids who need our help is to host a fundraiser. Not only does it help us raise money for our programs, but it also helps us share our story with more people and raise awareness of this growing need within our community.
Food Drives
Food donations help us feed our hungry kids and offset our food budget. Collecting food items is a simple way to make a contribution.
We’re happy to help!
Contact Carrie Gusé or complete the form below when you’re ready.
Carrie Gusé, Community Engagement Coordinator
communityengagement@food4kidswr.ca
(519) 576-3443 ext. 2
Are You Part of a Group or Organization?
We will now be offering sponsored team volunteer spots on Tuesdays for a 2-hour shift, called Tuesday Team Impact!
During this time, your team will work together to portion or pack food that goes directly to children in our program. We can accommodate teams of 6-18 people. Each session begins with a short talk where your team will learn more about our program, the impact of your support, and the difference you are helping make in the lives of local children. Then we will dive into the hands-on activity!
To help us grow our reach and sustain our mission of serving food-insecure children across the region, each team shift requires a $700 sponsorship fee per team shift. This donation equates to feeding one child for six months.
Your sponsorship is also eligible for a charitable tax receipt, and we are deeply grateful for both your volunteer time and financial support. Together, you make it possible for us to continue addressing childhood hunger in our community.