Events and Campagins
Mission
Rescue food.
Feed people.
Fight hunger
Core Values
Care. Trust. Teamwork
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Vision
Making food accessible for all
Impact
Over 100,000 meals served annually
Scarborough Deserves to Be Fed
If you’re looking to donate to a food charity in Scarborough, Scarborough is a vibrant, diverse, and deeply resilient community. It is home to newcomers building new futures, families raising the next generation, and seniors who have given so much to this city. Yet every day, more of our neighbours are struggling to access something as basic as a healthy meal. Rising living costs, unaffordable housing, and limited access to nutritious food have made it harder than ever for many households to stay fed, let alone thrive.
No one should have to choose between groceries and rent. No parent should skip meals to make sure a child can eat. No senior should face an empty fridge after a lifetime of contribution to the very community we all cherish.
A Growing Hunger Crisis
Food insecurity in Scarborough has intensified in recent years. The pandemic deepened hardship, and while the emergency has passed, the struggle has not. Many households continue to face low wages, inconsistent work, health challenges, and rising prices at the checkout. As the cost of living continues to climb, more families are leaning on community food supports just to get by.
Our Call to Scarborough
5N2 is working every day to respond to this growing need. Together with our partners and volunteers, we prepare and distribute over 4,700 nutritious meals every week to individuals and families across Scarborough and the Greater Toronto Area. These meals do more than fill stomachs. They restore dignity. They ease impossible choices. They remind our neighbours that they are not facing this alone. But demand is rising faster than supply, and we need our community’s support to continue.
You Can Make an Immediate Difference
Your contribution has a direct impact:
- $5 provides a freshly prepared hot meal
- $20 provides a bag of groceries for a family
- Volunteer and earn community service hours while helping your neighbours
Scarborough stands strong when we stand together.
Join us in ensuring that everyone in our community has access to the food they deserve.
Ways To Donate
While minimal funds are spent on acquiring food, much-needed dollars are required to cover operating costs.
Please support keeping our doors open!
Charitable Registration Number: 82640-3990-RR0001 – Donations of $20 or more will receive a tax receipt.
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Please include your name and email for a tax receipt.
Awareness Campaign in Partnership with Parts Town Canada
Location: Atriums of 100, 200 & 300 Consilium Place
Dates: December 10, 2024: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
December 11, 2024: – 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Friday, December 6th, Interview with Seema David
Founder and President of 5N2 with Ramraajh Sharvendiran of CBC television section titled “Make The Season Kind,” which is a 20+ year fundraising initiative with Daily Bread Foodbank (Seema’s interview will air between 4:45 and 5:00 pm)
Thursday, December 5th, Starbucks
District Managers assist through the Team Volunteering Event
Frid,ay November 22n,d Deloitte Touch
Assisting through their Impact Event Day
Tuesday, November 19th, Parts Town
Assisting through Corporate Social Responsibility Day
Get Involved
If you’re an individual, company, or foundation looking to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you want to sponsor a program, donate services, or support our mission financially, your contribution can help us serve more people, more often.
Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to fight hunger and support healthier communities.
admin@5n2.ca
(416) 551-0910
Located in Scarborough, proudly serving the GTA.
(5N2 is a food charity in Scarborough can count on.)
5N2 Community Events: FAQ
Taking part in a 5N2 event is one of the most meaningful ways to connect with our mission. Whether you want to learn more about sustainable farming, see our programs in action, or donate to a food charity in Scarborough, our events offer a clear and welcoming space to get involved.
Yes. Many events provide an opportunity to give on-site, whether through direct donations, ticket proceeds, or fundraising activities connected to the event.
If you’re looking to donate to a food charity in Scarborough while attending, event staff can guide you on the available options.
5N2 combines a working hydroponic farm, a community kitchen, and a pantry program under one mission. That means you can see how food is grown, prepared, and distributed—all within the same organization.
This direct connection between production and support is something many attendees appreciate when choosing where to give.
Yes. Some events are designed to help people better understand food insecurity, sustainable farming, and how community programs operate.
These gatherings offer a transparent look at how support translates into real action for families in Scarborough.
Events raise awareness, build community engagement, and generate funding that supports core programs.
When people come together to donate to a food charity in Scarborough through an event, they help keep meals, pantry access, and farm initiatives running consistently.
Yes. Community-led initiatives are welcome.
If you’d like to host your own gathering or fundraiser, you can connect with the 5N2 team to ensure your event aligns with current needs and makes a practical impact.
Yes. Many events offer opportunities to see programs in action, ask questions, and meet volunteers and supporters.
If you’re looking for more than just writing a cheque, attending an event can give you a closer look at how the organization works day to day.
Funds raised through events support meal preparation, pantry services, and farm operations in Scarborough.
The goal is to ensure that every contribution—whether made online or at an event—helps maintain steady access to food for families who need it.
Check the Events section regularly for announcements and updates.
Following 5N2 online is another easy way to hear about the next opportunity to gather, learn, and donate to a food charity in Scarborough.
Our Community Impact
More than 100,000 meals —are served annually
95% less water —is used than traditional farming
Zero pesticides—Better than organic produce
