A gift from the heart
How you Can helpFrom donating food or funds or the harvest from your garden or leaving a legacy gift there are many ways you can support the Calgary Food Bank.
community owned. community supported.
How you can help feed YYC
We are the city’s main charitable food hub and the most accessible food bank in Calgary serving families, individuals and organizations. We are not a government or United Way agency. We rely solely on the generous support of the community. ‘Community owned, community supported’ speaks to the mind-boggling efforts of our donors and volunteers. Together, we fight hunger and its root causes because no one should go hungry.
How you can help feed YYC
We are the city’s main charitable food hub and the most accessible food bank in Calgary serving families, individuals and organizations. We are not a government or United Way agency. We rely solely on the generous support of the community. ‘Community owned, community supported’ speaks to the mind-boggling efforts of our donors and volunteers. Together, we fight hunger and its root causes because no one should go hungry.
Make a one-time gift to the food bank or become a Sustaining Donor (recurring monthly, quarterly, or annual gifts). For every dollar donated it allows us to distribute $5 worth of food. Donate funds online, by phone, by mail or in person.
Help make each food hamper meet Canada’s Food Guidelines by donating our most needed items. We accept non-perishables and perishables. Together, we fight hunger and its root causes because no one should go hungry.
Just a reminder, we never ask for donations on the phone. If you have received a call like this and gave out personal information, this may be phone fraud. Please call us at 403-253-2059 or the Calgary Police at 403-266-1234.
Just a reminder, we never ask for donations on the phone. If you have received a call like this and gave out personal information, this may be phone fraud. Please call us at 403-253-2059 or the Calgary Police at 403-266-1234.
community owned. Community Supported.
How to make your contribution
By Cheque
Please make out the cheque to Calgary Food Bank and mail it to 5000 11 St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2Y5. Please do not mail cash. Tax receipts will be mailed 2-3 weeks after the donation is received.
In Person
Come see us at the administration office, 5000 11 ST SE from Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm. We accept all donation types (cash, cheque, credit and debit), and tax receipts will be given on the spot.
Over the phone
Call our administration office Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm at 403-253-2059 to make a credit card donation over the phone. Tax receipts will be mailed 2-3 weeks after the donation is made.
Did You know?
Fast Facts
Numbers reflect our fiscal year, September 1, 2017 to August 31, 2018.
Lives Affected
emergency hampers distributed
Agency Programs
Volunteer Hours A Year
Community owned. Community Supported.
Other ways to give
Just a reminder, we never ask for donations on the phone. If you have received a call like this and gave out personal information, this may be phone fraud. Please call us at 403-253-2059 or the Calgary Police at 403-266-1234.
Tribute Gift
Make a donation as a meaningful gift for any special occasion. We will send a card with your special message to the person you dedicate your gift to. Read more
In memory Gift
Make a donation in memory of someone who has passed away. We will send a card acknowledging your thoughtful gift to the bereaved family or friend. Read more
A planned Gift
A planned gift to the Calgary Food Bank is a meaningful way to create your legacy to ensure that no one goes hungry in Calgary for years to come. Here are some different ways you can leave a gift. Read more
Grow-A-Row
If you are planting a garden, think about planting an extra row for the food bank. Your harvest will add up and help us add fresh produce to our food hampers. Read more
Agents of Change
The Food Bank and Agents of Change have teamed up to give you a better way to find a great agent, get a great deal, and give back at the same time. Read more
Donate A Car
You can turn your vehicle donation into generous dollars to feed YYC. Donate a Car will accept your vehicle for donation — running, or not! Old or new! Read more
Food industry
We invite you to reach out to the Calgary Food Bank to explore how we can work together to help alleviate food insecurity and poverty in our community. Read more
Host an event
Host your own event in support of the food bank. Food and funds can be raised in many ways – host a food drive, ask for donations at an established event or party, the possibilities are endless. Read more
Emma & the Food Bank
Emma and the Food Bank is a fun, educational book that helps children understand how food banks work and why giving is important. Read more
