The affordability crisis that sent demand at food banks to record levels this year is also hitting a vital part of these organizations’ operations — the donations.
With 2025 showing no signs of relief, some charities have had to reduce how much food they can provide to those who need it the most.
In Toronto, Daily Bread Food Bank saw hundreds of individuals this year who were previously giving $20 a month reduce that donation by about half because it’s all they can give.
