If you need food, we can help

Through our Marketplace food hamper program, you can choose foods that meet your family’s unique needs and preferences. The Marketplace program is open on a first-come first-served basis. Individuals who live within the downtown Kitchener boundary can access this hamper once a month.

No appointment is needed.

Marketplace hours:
Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM

The Marketplace is CLOSED on holidays. The Community Centre is open for meals 365 days a year.

Location: Ray of Hope Community Centre at 659 King Street East, Kitchener – entrance off of Stirling Lane

Marketplace Food Hamper program donations can be dropped off during the Community Centre Hours.

The Community Centre is open 365 days a year, including holidays. 

Monday-Friday 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Sunday 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Find your nearest Food Bank

Outside of our boundary?

Call the Waterloo Region Food Bank 519-743-5576 x340 or needfood@thefoodbank.ca