Donors and Partners

The Lifetime Achievement award recognizes a person or group who has made significant and meaningful contributions over the course of their life to reducing poverty and food insecurity.

John Stapleton

The Outstanding Food Program award recognizes a community agency in Toronto that has made significant efforts to implement Rights-based practices within their program, to ensure all clients are served with dignity and respect in a welcoming and supportive environment. The Outstanding Food Program embodies inclusivity with a volunteer cohort that reflects the community they serve.

Parkdale Community Food Bank

Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre

Bloor West Food Bank

The Profound Community Impact award recognizes a food program committed to increasing food access to underserved communities. The recipient of this award deeply understands the needs of clients and has shown courage and resourcefulness in overcoming barriers to running a large food program.

Canadian Red Cross

Mabelle Food Program – Islington United Church

Holy Wisdom Food Bank

The Workplace Champion award recognizes an employee group who has raised awareness about food insecurity by organizing a workplace fundraiser, event, or campaign. The Workplace Champion mobilizes their employee base through innovative and impactful initiatives, resulting in a wider network of people committed to social change.

Liftow / Toyota Material Handling

Metro Cable Association

Acrisure Re Canada Ltd

The Food Industry Trailblazer award recognizes a company from the food industry sector that has made outstanding contributions of most-needed food items to our programs. The Food Industry Trailblazer regularly invests in healthier communities by donating essentials to neighbours in need.

Dole Packaged Foods

Post Consumer Brands

The Commitment to Equity award recognizes a food program that demonstrates extraordinary efforts to maintain equity when serving clients, even in times of scarcity and pressure. The recipient of this award is deeply committed to building relationships with their clients to understand their particular circumstances and meet their needs as best as possible.

Corner Drop-in – TNG Community Services

Bethany Baptist Church Food Bank

Mount Olive Food Bank

The Community Leader award recognizes an individual or group who has raised awareness about food insecurity by creating and organizing a community fundraiser, event, or campaign. The Community Leader mobilizes support and engagement and shows leadership by creating a network of advocates for the cause.

Purolator

Markland Woods Homeowners Association

Pitched Perfect Events

The Exceptional Volunteer Award recognizes an individual or group who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to Daily Bread’s mission through volunteerism. Our nominees have made a significant impact by donating their time, valuable skills, and expertise.

Lorie Scarfarotti

Cathy Halvorson

Wendy Deacon

The Harvest Hero award recognizes a local farm that has significantly alleviated hunger by donating fresh fruits and vegetables to those in need. The Harvest Hero has made extensive efforts to reduce food waste by redirecting surplus produce to low-income communities across the GTA.

R. Tindall Produce

A new award this year, the Champion of Change Award recognizes an individual or group who is committed to eliminating food insecurity and ending poverty in our city through strong research and public policy. The recipient of this award puts evidence into action to advance social change and works collaboratively to achieve the Right to Food in Canada.

Social Planning Toronto (SPT)

Income Security Advocacy Centre (ISAC)

Disability Without Poverty (DwP)

The Corporate Leader award recognizes a company or corporate foundation that has demonstrated a commitment to corporate social responsibility by donating funds, employee volunteerism, and raising awareness of hunger and poverty issues in our city.

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Royal Gold Corporation

ON-TEK Electrical Services