At the Ottawa Food Bank our vision is to provide healthy, accessible, sustainable food for all. Community led initiatives and creative fundraising events make all the difference. Donate funds, food, or both. Get your friends and family to join the fun. Learn more today!
Host A Fund/Food Drive
Get Involved! Fund drives, food drives and fundraising events provide the Ottawa Food Bank with the necessary resources to sustain our programs and ensure that a supply of emergency food is available to those who may need it.
Event Resources
You have decided to launch an event in support of the Ottawa Food Bank! Thank you! Now what? Head to our Event Resources page to find inspiration and event materials to help you promote your fund drive, food drive, or fundraising event!
Event Calendar
Find out more about upcoming community led initiatives and Ottawa Food Bank signature events. Learn how you can participate and get involved.
Ottawa Food Bank Signature Events
Did you know that the Ottawa Food Bank has a series of signature events? From grocery store food drives to Food Sort Challenge, these events are run by the Ottawa Food Bank team. Check them out and get involved!
Upcoming Events
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel: Tours for Meals
Tours for Meals allows Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel to offer our famous jail tours for donations! Held 3 times a day across all three days of the food drive, folks
Gloucester Rangers Hockey U12AA Holiday Food Drive
The Gloucester Rangers Hockey U12AA team is bringing their teamwork off the ice to support families in our community! We are hosting a Holiday Food Drive in support of the
Tennis Centre West Ottawa: Rally Against Hunger
All are welcome as Tennis Centre West Ottawa (TCWO) hosts a Rally Against Hunger fundraising event on December 9, 2025, from 5:30–9:00 pm. The evening will feature two coached Round
LWG Architectural Interiors
Join LWG in supporting the Ottawa Food Bank this holiday season. Every dollar donated equals two meals. $16 can provide a holiday meal for a family of four. ‘Tis the
Nepean Corona School of Gymnastics: Holiday Food Drive
We are collecting food and funds to support the Ottawa Food Bank. Collections can be dropped off at the gym Monday-Friday 1-8:30, Saturday 8:45-5:30 and Sunday 8:45-5:00. Food and fund
Skate & Play
Skate, play, and make a difference — because no one in our city should go hungry! Join us on Saturday, December 13th for a special community event in support of