Rescued Food and Sustainability: Nourishing the Planet One Meal at a Time
In a world where hunger persists alongside unprecedented food waste, the concept of rescued food has emerged as a robust and sustainable solution. At Food for Life, we have been at the forefront of this movement, bridging the gap between surplus food and those in need. Beyond providing the stop gap solution to hunger, as […]
Jennifer Shares Her Story
The day I realized I needed the help of a food program, I was full of shame. I wracked my brain for an alternative — surely there was some other cost-saving method I hadn’t considered? There wasn’t. I had to stop working at my job in a bank for my own health as well as […]
Food For Life Bolsters Capacity In Collaboration With Hamilton Food Agencies, Thanks To The Generous Support Of The Ontario Trillium Foundation
Hamilton, ON – On Wednesday, local MPP Sarah Jama met with Food for Life to recognize the $662,600 Grow grant they received from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The funds allowed Food for Life to successfully bring over 2 million lbs. of nutritious fresh rescued food into the community, distributing it through 10 agency partners […]
Food For Life Revolutionizes Program Efficiency With Generous OTF Capital Grant Funding
Halton, ON Local MPP Natalie Pierre met with Food for Life, a leading food rescue agency serving Halton and Hamilton, to announce a $82,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant awarded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The grant was used to enhance program delivery through essential equipment upgrades. “This grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation helps […]
Wonder what it’s like to volunteer at Food for Life?
Meet Bob! Reducing surplus food and diverting it from landfill is an important part of our mission here at Food for Life. So, how do we do it? Let us introduce you to our amazing volunteer, Bob Morley! Bob began volunteering at Food for Life in January 2020, sharing his time 3-4 times per week, […]
Our fridges are always full…because of YOU!
Keep the GOOD food moving in our community this summer by donating to Food for Life. With every donation of $10 or more to Food for Life this summer (June 21st – August 31st), you will be entered in a draw to win a getaway! When you help people AND the planet this summer you could win*: Package […]
Upfield ® has chosen to support Food for Life
Upfield ® has chosen to support Food for Life this month with an all-around GOOD initiative. Their brands have a key role to play in the adoption of a plant-based diet-making it easier for people to choose plant-based without a compromise on the taste or functionality. That’s where you come in! This month Upfield is […]
Healthy Foods The Easter Bunny Could Eat – Colouring Sheet
Download your copy of our Healthy Foods the Easter Bunny Can Eat colouring sheet below. Colouring Sheet — Healthy Foods the Easter Bunny Can Eat!
For Immediate Release — Halton’s Largest Food Rescue Organization, Food for Life, Reveals a Fresh New Look
BURLINGTON, ON, February 11, 2021 — Food for Life is thrilled to share a bold new brand identity, launching today as part of our new three-year strategic plan. This visual representation is the culmination of two and half decades of rescuing and distributing fresh, nutritious GOOD food, emphasizing our core belief that food builds community. […]
