FAQ
The Mississauga Food Bank is a federally registered charitable organization: 11892 7011 RR0001
To download a copy of our Tax Receipting Policy, click here.
To download a copy of our most recent (2010-2011) Audited Financial statements, click here.
To download a copy of last year’s (2009-2010) Audited Financial statements, click here
To download a copy of our most recent (2010-2011) Annual Report, click here.
To download a copy of last year’s (2009-2010) Annual Report, click here
What is a Food Bank?
This is a commonly asked question and there are many misconceptions about the specific role that a food bank plays within the community.
Food banks serve the community by acquiring and warehousing food and other necessities from numerous public and private sources. This food is then distributed throughout the year to eligible people in need.
Sources of product include donations from food manufacturers, distributors and retailers, private donors, community food drives and various transport companies. To balance out inventories, some food banks are often forced to purchase additional products (such as baby formula when supplies are low) using funds provided by private individuals, corporations, charitable foundations and various public and private grants.
How does The Mississauga Food Bank help the hungry?
We help the hungry by sourcing, managing and distributing food to 111 food programs, including other food banks, children’s breakfast programs, homeless and abuse shelters and hot meal programs. To see a list of the agencies we serve click here.
Where does The Mississauga Food Bank get their money?
We receive funding from individuals, corporations, clubs and service groups, foundations, Region of Peel, Trillium Foundation, and 3rd party events that are hosted on our behalf. We rely on the generosity of these people to fund the operations of the food bank. If you would like to make a donation, please visit our Donations page.
Who is eligible to get food from their local food bank?
Anyone in need living in Mississauga is welcome to visit their local food bank. Clients will be asked to provide proof that they are residents of Mississauga. This includes providing identification with their name and mailing addresses for all adults in the family. If you have children, you will be asked to provide proof of identification (name and birth date) such as a birth certificate, passport etc. You will also be asked for proof of monthly income, (pay slips, Child Tax Credit, etc.), a rent receipt, lease agreement, or mortgage statement in order for us to complete a needs and eligibility assessment.
How does The Mississauga Food Bank get its food?
National and local food manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, brokers and food distributors as well as thousands of individuals donate food and related products to The Mississauga Food Bank.
How are food safety and nutrition managed?
Our products, including packaged, canned, perishable and non-perishable foods, meet all Canadian food safety standards as well as nutrition standards as per the Canada Food Guide. Our warehouse staff are trained in Food Handling and Safety. When food drive food arrives at the food bank, our volunteers sort the food and check for dates and dents. Although we are diligent in this process, remember that is it the food bank clients’ ultimate responsibility to check the products prior to consumption. Each food order is a 7 to 10-day supplement for an individual or family. The food we distribute is regularly evaluated by a nutritionist. Read the most recent Nutrition Report
What kind of food is provided?
Clients at ALL 7 of Mississauga’s local food banks receive enough food to provide each client nutritionally balanced meals for 7 to 10 days. Clients can visit their local food bank one time every 4 weeks. Food provided includes: perishable and non-perishable products such as: fresh fruit and vegetables, frozen meat and dairy products, fresh juice, bread, cereal, canned fish, meat, vegetables and fruit; stew; peanut butter and jam, macaroni and cheese, pasta sauce, soup, crackers, rice or noodles, beans, baby formula and baby food. Non-food items (e.g. tooth paste, soap, toilet paper etc.) are also frequently donated and distributed to clients. The food we distribute is regularly evaluated by a nutritionist. Read the most recent Nutrition Report
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