Food Sort Challenge

Food Sort Challenge is back!

Our Food Sort Challenge presented by Mondeau Bathroom and Kitchen, a division of Boone Plumbing & Heating Supply, is currently full!

The good news is that you and your team can be added to our waitlist! Please join the waitlist by emailing events@ottawafoodbank.ca and we will reach out should a spot become available.

While you’re here, have a look at our registered teams! You might have friends who are competing; help them reach their fundraising goal by donating to their page.

Donate today!

Details

Location: Arena at TD Place – Lansdowne Park
When: Friday, May 24, 2024 with the first time slot starting at 10:00 a.m.
Length of Competition: Approximately 30 minutes per team (full-time commitment is approximately 1.5 hours, plus the time you’ll spend at the post-competition party!)
Team Size: Each team is made up of a maximum of 10 people and a minimum of 6 people.
Minimum team fundraising amount: $1,500

Let’s support those participating in the city’s most unique team challenge!

Each team must raise a minimum of $1,500 to participate in the event. We look forward to seeing you and your team members!

Donate today!

Frequently Asked Questions

I AM INTERESTED, WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NEXT?

Once you have your workplace or group on board, REGISTRATION IS COMING SOON! The person who registers will be the team captain and our main contact. Share your team page with the other members and encourage them to sign up online and start fundraising!

Contact events@ottawafoodbank.ca to register your interest.

WHEN IS THE MONEY DUE?

First things first – you need to register to save your spot! After that, your team can begin fundraising for your $1,500 entrance fee. The online fundraising platform is easy to set up, and donations will receive tax receipts right away. If you do collect monetary donations offline, you can bring them into the Ottawa Food Bank before the day of the event. Please email events@ottawafoodbank.ca for more information.

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN I HAVE ON MY TEAM?

Each team can have a minimum of six and a maximum of 10 participants. For safety and fairness, we will not allow teams exceeding 10 participants.

HOW LONG WILL MY TEAM BE THERE?

Each team ranges from about 30 – 35 minutes (depending on how fast you sort!), but the entire time commitment is about an about an hour and a half. Everyone is encouraged to stay and watch the competitions and enjoy the event after your competition is completed.

SHOULD WE SHOW UP EARLY?

Yes, participants are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to their competition time slot for sorting instructions and a group photo.

ALL RIGHT – I’M EXCITED FOR THE CHALLENGE, BUT WHAT ELSE DO YOU HAVE FOR ME?

Lots of fun to be had in the holding zone before the competition even begins!
Music to keep our energy up
Hot 89.9 will be there to cheer you on
Get your team photo taken to remember the day
Awesome prizes (AND A TROPHY) to be won!
And more details to come!

IS THERE PARKING?

Parking tickets are for the underground parking at TD Lansdowne Park. We encourage carpooling Any additional parking is at team’s expense. We encourage carpooling! There should be no problem with parking before 6 p.m.

IS THIS A VERY PHYSICAL EVENT?

You must be able to stand and move at a steady pace for at least 30 minutes. Some bending and lifting may be required. In the past, we’ve seen people work up a bit of a sweat – it all depends on how competitive you are.

IS THE VENUE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE?

Yes, the Arena at TD Place is fully accessible. The competition involves a fair bit of movement, but we will certainly make accommodations if requested. Please let us know if your team requires any accommodations in advance.

WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?

We always encourage people to wear costumes… everything is better when dressed up. But other than that, dress in layers so you can adjust according to temperature. No heels or open-toed shoes are permitted for safety reasons.

Each competition area will have a coat rack for your layers and bags.

WHAT IS THE AGE REQUIREMENT?

This event is intended for 19 years of age or older.

If you have any other questions, please contact us at events@ottawafoodbank.ca or 613-745-7001 ext. 121

IS THERE AN AFTER-PARTY?

You bet there is! We’re excited that our Afterparty Sponsor, Jack Astor’s, is back again! Keep the fun going after your team competes! Join us at Jack’s for FREE NACHOS, a live DJ, and more good times!