Our Impact

We rescue and redistribute so much good surplus food in communities across Canada.

Impact last year

From coast to coast to coast, Second Harvest and our network of donors, non-profits and volunteers are making a difference in the lives of people facing food insecurity and protecting the planet we call home.

6.8

M

people supported through 5,000+ non-profit partners

$

400

M

worth of food rescued and redistributed

268

K

meals provided daily

95.3

M

pounds of food rescued and redistributed from over 10,000+ food donors

309

M

pounds of greenhouse gases averted from the atmosphere

65

B

litres of water prevented from going to waste
In Canada, Second Harvest and its partners rescued and redistributed 95.3 M lbs of food in 2025, averting 309 M lbs of GHGs.
Community Food Resource Network

Community Food Resource Network

Second Harvest has contributed to our goals by allowing us to use our funds in different areas and on different projects. The money we save via our Second Harvest food donations has allowed us to purchase extra fruits and vegetables for our clients as well as keep our own garden growing. In addition, we have chosen to support our local school in their endeavours to supply "shelf-stable" meal kits to students to take home.

Island Pregnancy Centre

Island Pregnancy Centre

Through Second Harvest, you get a lot of fresh produce. We have been able to get lots of baby formula, which is really important. Baby food as well. We're getting a lot of snack foods because some of the moms who are here also have children who would be in school ... They can come here and they don't have to go home with empty shelves. The impact is fantastic and we're really thankful for Second Harvest.

Christopher Hersak

Sioux Valley Health Centre

Your gift nourishes more than just our bodies — it strengthens the spirit of sharing and kinship that lies at the heart of who we are as Dakota people. In times of challenge and growth, gestures like yours remind us that we are not alone, and that good-hearted partnerships can help us walk forward in a good way. Pidámiyedo – thank you for standing with us. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated by our Nation.