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
CHEO Ramadan Food Drive x Ottawa Food Bank
Description: Food insecurity affects many in our community, including the children and families we care for every day. By donating non-perishable food items, you can make a meaningful difference. The
Trivia Night
The event is a trivia night taking place at Nostalgica Pub & Beer Garden on the University of Ottawa Campus. It will take place on Wednesday, March 25, between 7
Fill The Plates – Spring Food Drive | 2026
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, you can drop off non-perishable food items or monetary donations at the participating Loblaws, Metro, Real Canadian Superstore, and
Food For Life: How Some Organizations in Ottawa are Addressing the Food Insecurity Gap
This panel of community leaders, experts and speakers from the Ottawa area, who are actively working to address food insecurity in our community, will be joining us to share some
Food Sort Challenge 2026
This year marks the 10th edition of Food Sort Challenge, presented by Mondeau Bathroom and Kitchen, a division of Boone – and we’re turning up the volume at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Easter Food Drive – New Alliance Evangelical Centre
From March 8 to March 29, New Alliance Evangelical Centre (NAEC), located at 260 McArthur Ave., Vanier, ON K1L 6P4, will be hosting an Easter Food Drive during our Sunday