About 5N2 Kitchen
Mission
Rescue food.
Feed people.
Fight hunger.
Core Values
Care. Trust. Teamwork
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Vision
Making food support accessible to everyone
Impact
More than 100,000 meals served each year.
How We Got Started
5N2 was founded by Seema David in 2013. The charity provides fresh, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food to communities across the Greater Toronto Area, especially Scarborough.
Seema immigrated to Canada in 2007. After seeing widespread homelessness and food insecurity, she felt inspired to take action.
5N2 began with a small team of volunteers working from a church kitchen. As demand grew, the organization moved into a commercial kitchen supported by community donations.
During the pandemic, 5N2 changed to a delivery model so meals and grocery items could continue reaching people in need, even with fewer volunteers.
When 5N2 lost its kitchen lease, Seema worked tirelessly to find a new location so the charity could continue its essential work.
As inflation and the cost of living increased, the need for food support also grew. 5N2 expanded its Community Meal Program to serve more people.
Today, 5N2 distributes over 5,000 free meal portions and grocery support packages each week. Through its Scarborough kitchen and community partners, the organization helps thousands of individuals and families across the region.
5N2’s mission is to help ensure that no one in the community goes hungry. In Scarborough, 1 in 8 families faces food insecurity. Many families must make difficult choices between food and other basic needs.
Seema’s dedication shows how community-led action can address urgent social challenges. Her work has also inspired many people to volunteer their time, skills, and compassion.
Seema David and 5N2 Have Received the Following Honours
September 2024: Coronation Medal, awarded by command of the King for valuable contributions to Canada
March 2023: Recognition from Toronto City Councillor Paul W. Ainslie for continued service to people in need
June 2022: Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee recognition-June 2022 Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
September 2021: Scarborough North Hero Award
August 2021: Scarborough Heroes Award, presented by Premier Doug Ford
June 2021: Scarborough Hero Award, presented by the City of Toronto
Paul Harris Fellow Award: Rotary Foundation of Rotary International
Frontline Impact Award for the Greater Toronto Area: Second Harvest
“When I spoke to people about my vision, I began to see that many people have the heart to serve but simply need a platform where they can give their time and resources.”
– Seema David, Founder
Who We Serve
We are committed to reducing hunger and food insecurity in Scarborough.
What began as a small soup kitchen has grown into a community organization that provides several forms of food support.
Working with local partners, we now provide healthy meals and groceries through our Community Meal Program.
Our services reach people through outreach centres, shelters, seniors’ residences, drop-in centres, and Toronto Community Housing buildings
Our Partnerships
Financial Donors
North Pine Foundation
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Walmart
Qualcomm
CN Railway
FBC
Royal Bank of Canada
Global Kingdom Ministries
Moez & Marissa Kassam Foundation
Partners Who Donate in Kind
Second Harvest
Starbucks
Salvation Army
No Frills – Stouffville
COBS Bread – Kingston Road
Richmond Hill Mosque
Grace Place
Global Medic
Jain Society Toronto
Academic Partners
Toronto District School Board
University of Toronto
Beneficiaries
Cross Pointe
Good Neighbours Drop-In
Salvation Army
East Scarborough Storefront
Greencrest
Green Brae
Adanac
DARS
Progress Church
SCHC
The Story Of Seema and 5N2
Learn more about Seema and 5N2 by reading the PDF version of their story.
Meet Our Board Members
Sofia Stergianis
Chair of the Board
Lovelace St. John
Vice-Chair
Senior Pastor,
Progress Church
Seema David
Founder and President
Nick Kossovan
Treasurer
Manager, Green For Life
Kelvin Castelino
Director
Ways To Donate
Although we spend very little on purchasing food, donations are still needed to cover the operating costs of our Scarborough charity kitchen. Please help us keep our doors open.
Charitable Registration Number: 82640-3990-RR0001 – Donations of $20 or more are eligible for a tax receipt.
CanadaHelps
Donate quickly and securely through CanadaHelps.
A tax receipt will be provided.
Interac e-Transfer
Send your Interac e-Transfer to: accounting@5n2.ca
Please include your full name and email address so we can issue your tax receipt.
Join Us: Your Involvement Makes a Difference
5N2 Community Meal Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Our kitchen is at the heart of 5N2. It is where fresh ingredients are turned into hot, nutritious meals for people in need. Through our Community Meal Program, individuals and families can receive healthy food in a respectful and welcoming environment.
5N2 operates a community kitchen program for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
Our goal is simple: to provide warm, nutritious meals in a safe and respectful environment.
For current service locations, schedules, and other details, please check our website or contact us directly.
The Community Meal Program prepares and distributes ready-to-eat meals for people who do not always have reliable access to food.
The program supports seniors, newcomers, families, and individuals experiencing financial hardship.
It also provides connection, stability, and support within the Scarborough community.
It’s not just about food. It’s about offering connection, stability, and support within the Scarborough community.
Volunteers help with meal preparation, packaging, food distribution, and other kitchen duties.
Their support is essential to keeping the program running.
To learn about current volunteer opportunities, please contact 5N2 through our website.
The program supports individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. This includes seniors, newcomers, and others who may be struggling to afford regular meals.
We aim to make food support accessible, respectful, and free from unnecessary barriers.
Food safety and quality are priorities at 5N2.
Meals are prepared using fresh ingredients, including produce grown through 5N2’s local hydroponic farm.
We follow proper food-handling and preparation standards so that meals are safe, nutritious, and responsibly prepared.
Yes. Financial donations help cover kitchen operations, food supplies, and meal distribution.
We may also accept donations of ingredients, depending on our current needs.
Please contact 5N2 before organizing a food donation so we can confirm which items are needed.
The kitchen is located in Scarborough, but there is no public walk-in meal pickup at the kitchen itself.
Meal-distribution locations and schedules may change. For the latest information, please check our website or contact us directly.
The program provides more than meals. It strengthens community connections, supports vulnerable residents, and reduces the stress caused by food insecurity.
By operating locally, 5N2 makes healthy food more accessible and helps build a stronger, more connected Scarborough community.
