The Value of Donating Food
Business food donations in the food security sector is also known as rescued food or surplus food. When donations are made to charity you're not just reducing waste on our planet – you're transforming good food into dignified meals for Toronto's most vulnerable families while earning valuable tax benefits for your business.
How It Works
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As a Registered Charity, we can issue official tax receipts for eligible food donations (gifts in kind).
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Your business can claim the fair market value (FMV) of your donation as a charitable deduction against taxable income.
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The real benefit = FMV of donation x your corporate tax rate.
Why Partner With Us?
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Community Impact: Your donation helps provide food to vulnerable communities across Ontario.
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Good For Business: Tax savings and positive community recognition
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Sustainable: Donated surplus food is put to good use, reducing waste on our planet and ecosystem.
What We Need From You
To issue a tax receipt, we require:
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Donor business name and address
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Date and description of donation (e.g. 200 kg fresh apples)
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Supporting documentation for fair market value (invoice, packing slip, or price list)
Important
Information
Foods donated to MIND Program will be directed to Grace Place Food Bank located at 1428 Kennedy Road in Scarborough. MIND Program facilities are limited and not conducive for receiving large amounts of food. Your business will receive a tax-receipt from Grace Place Food Bank for gifts-in-kind with a fair market value (FMV) of >$20.