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

Waffles and Melodies: Millennial Pop, Soul and R&B Live Music
Waffles and Melodies: Millennial Pop, Soul and R&B Live Music Date: May 17 2025 from 10am-Noon. Time: This event will be 2 hours. Location: The location is Stella Luna 1103

Ottawa Business Professionals x EXIT Lounge x Skate & Play Fundraiser
Ottawa Business Professionals Jenn Bruno & Ericka Ushliyanage Join Forces to Feed Ottawa’s Hungry. Jenn Bruno and Ericka Ushliyanage are teaming up with EXIT Lounge Restaurant and Skate & Play

GM Health Check for Change
GM Health Check for Change From June 1 to July 31, 2025, GM Canada Certified Service dealerships in the National Capital Region for every inspection $10 will be donated directly
CAPO 5
Friday, May 2nd, 2025 @7:00pm Rainbow Bistro – 76 Murray St, Ottawa, ON K1N 5M6 https://capomusic.ca/ https://donate.ottawafoodbank.ca/ui/CAPO5 A one-of-a-kind music event featuring a diverse line-up of Ottawa business professionals. Come