Consider Giving Food

Thinking of making a donation to the Food Bank? Wonderful! When considering what to give, take a moment to review our wish list.
 

Here are some examples of...
Non-Perishable Donations
• Any canned, bagged or boxed foods
• Baby formula, baby food and diapers
• Toiletries
• Paper products
• Pet food

Here are some examples of...
Perishable Donations
• Any frozen food, including meat, still in its original store packaging
• Fresh vegetables and fruit
• Dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt)
• Eggs
• Livestock, wild game and fish

Expiration and Best Before Dates
Best Before
The amount of time a product will retain its freshness, colour, nutritional value and flavour. Once the seal is broken, the best before date is no longer valid. The Food Bank accepts food donations beyond the Best Before date but not if the seal is broken.

Expiry
After this date has passed, the manufacturer cannot guarantee the unopened product. The Food Bank does not accept expired goods.

Packaged On
The date the product was placed in its package. There is often an accompanying Best Before date. Mostly found on bakery products.

Still not quite clear? Contact Karen at 403-319-0827 or kwarrington@calgaryfoodbank.com - she can help you out.

How to Donate
• Hours For Donations
• Individual Donations
• Corporate Donations