For 20 years now, The Gift of Giving Back has been inspiring youth to step up, give back, and make a difference. What started with a little red wagon and a dream has grown into one of Canada’s largest community food drives. Together with schools, sports teams, community groups, and generous donors, we’ve collected millions of pounds of food for local agencies, helping families right here at home.
The 2025 Campaign was recently featured in a segment on CHCH News. Click the play button to watch the broadcast.
The Gift of Giving Back started as a simple idea, beginning with a single hockey team.
More than 20 years later, The Gift includes several participating youth groups, supports 10+ local community organizations, and has collected over 5 million pounds of food for families in the Halton community.
Small actions can create a lasting impact. Every food item collected and every dollar raised helps support local families and the organizations serving them.
That`s the power of giving back. That`s The Gift of Giving Back.
Learn more about our story and mission at giftofgivingback.ca ❤️
#HaltonFoodDrive #GiveWhereYouLive #FoodSecurity #YouthVolunteerism
The Playmakers: Meet Our Beneficiaries 🤝💙 @kerrstreetmission
For 30 years, Kerr Street Mission has been walking alongside individuals and families in Oakville with practical support, compassion, and hope. Through food programs, family services, youth initiatives, and community outreach, they help neighbours navigate challenges while building a stronger, more connected community.
We`re proud to work alongside organizations making a lasting impact in our community. Show your support and learn more by checking the link in our bio or by visiting kerrstreet.com.
Leadership begins with you. 👇💙
Great leaders are not born, they`re made. Before being able to effectively guide and motivate others, individuals must take time to develop their own values first by practicing self-awareness, empathy, personal accountability, and integrity.
This is the heart of The Gift of Giving Back. ❤️
We aim to eliminate food insecurity while building lifelong values of empathy, leadership, and volunteerism in young people.
Every year, youth across Halton step up to support their neighbours and create positive change in their communities. Their commitment reminds us that everyone has the ability to lead positive change, and we can all make a difference.
What does giving back mean to you? Share in the comments below! ⬇️💬
#YouthLeadership #YouthVolunteering #Haltonregion #GiveBack
📍 Collection to Community
Good food has the power to bring people together, and Food for Life is making sure more of it reaches the people who need it most. By rescuing surplus fresh food and distributing it across Halton and Hamilton, they`re reducing food waste while helping thousands of individuals and families access nutritious meals.
We`re proud to present Food for Life with a cheque from our 2025 Food Drives in support of their incredible work. Thank you to @foodforlifecan for helping turn our community`s generosity into lasting impact.
Learn more about our beneficiaries and the difference you`re making by visiting the link in our bio or giftofgivingback.ca. ❤️
🏒 Meet Our 2026 Roster: Burlington Eagles
This is where it all began.
The @burlingtoneagleselite were the very first team to join The Gift of Giving Back, helping spark a movement that continues to grow every season.
To every player, coach, parent, volunteer, and supporter, thank you for believing in our mission from the very beginning. We`re excited to have you back for another incredible season!
#TheGiftOfGivingBack #BurlingtonEagles #YouthLeadership #Burlington #FoodSecurity
🥫 The Playmakers: Meet Our Beneficiaries 🤝💙 @burlfoodbank
For more than 30 years, Burlington Food Bank has been helping neighbours access nutritious food with dignity, compassion, and care. Today, they support over 35,000 people a year, providing fresh food, pantry staples, hygiene products, and other essentials to those in need.
We`re proud to work alongside organizations making a lasting impact in our community. Show them some love and learn more by checking the link in our bio. by visiting burlingtonfoodbank.ca.
#TheGiftOfGivingBack #BurlingtonFoodBank #FoodSecurity #CommunityImpact #Burlington
