HELP FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF MARCH

In 2023, there were 2.53 million food bank visits in Toronto in 2023, a 51% increase year-over-year and the highest annual surge ever reported! 1 in 10 people in Toronto rely on food banks.

From March 1 to March 31, 2024, we're teaming up with Dixon Hall and Saint Luke's United Church to support our neighbors. 

As food insecurity continues to rise in Cabbagetown, St James Town, and Regent Park, it's more important than ever to lend a helping hand. That's where YOU come in! By supporting local businesses, you'll be making a direct impact on the lives of those facing challenging times in our community.

Here's how you can get involved:
Simply shop at any of our participating businesses, listed below, throughout March, where a portion of proceeds from select items will be donated to the fundraiser. All donated proceeds will be split between the Dixon Hall and St Luke's Church meals programs. It's that easy!

With your support, we can make a real difference. Together, let's show our neighbors some love and support those who need it most.

Spread the word, shop local, and let's make March a month of giving back!

Which Businesses are Participating?

  1. Labour of Love @ 223 Carlton St. Donating 10% from sales of all regularly priced jewellery.

  2. The Epicure Shop @ 473 Parliament St. Donating 10% from all sales of the Original and Popeye Breakfast Sandwiches.

  3. FTJCo Fine Jewellery @ 576 Parliament St. Donating 20% of pre-tax proceeds from any Repair & Remake.

  4. Super Bargain @ 441 Parliament St. Donating 50% from sales of the Dragonfruit Refresher cocktail and mocktail as well as $5 from the every 6 pack of Take Away Amsterdam Blonde and 3 Speed cans.

  5. Thai Room Cabbagetown @ 243 Carlton St. Donating 25% from sales of Pad Thai.

  6. Golden Pigeon Beerhall @ 424 Parliament St. Donating 10% from all sales of the Schnitzel dinner.

  7. Gushi Foods @ 296 Gerrard St. E. Donating 50% from sales of the Gushi’s frozen chicken Karaage bag.

  8. The House of Parliament @ 454 Parliament St. Donating $1 from every sale of its house beer King Charles House Lager.

  9. Momo Ghar @ 568 Parliament St. Donating 5% from all sales of steamed beef momos.

  10. You’re Welcome Tattoos @ 226 Carlton St. Donating 15% from sales of a curated collection of small tattoos.

  11. Akasha Art Projects @ 204 Carlton St. Donating 10% from all fine art printing services.

  12. The Great Mallard County Market @ 503 Parliament St. Donating 10% from all sales of Pontypool pantry jams and Warren spice blends.

  13. Spiritleaf Cabbagetown @ 238 Carlton St. Donating 50% of all profit on all accessories and clothing sales.

  14. Moira. @ 527 Broadcast Ln. Donating 100% of proceeds of its Liquid Lustre at-home treatment.

Thank you to our partners: 

Dixon Hall is a charitable organization that has served Toronto’s Downtown East community since 1929. With a mission to help those in need, striving to create a city where everyone thrives, Dixon Hall provides over 700,000 meals to food-insecure community members every year.

Saint Luke’s United Church, the House of Friendship, is an Affirming Ministry where all are welcome regardless of age, gender, race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, differing abilities, or economic circumstances. Their volunteer-run food bank program has become integral to the social safety net to meet the basic nutritional needs of hundreds of people in the community every week. The program distributed over 80,000 hot meals between December 2020 and December 2023. 

What is Cabbagetown Cares?

The Cabbagetown Cares Fundraiser is the second initiative of a holistic strategy started in 2021 to support local social services partners and build connections with the most vulnerable community members. From January to April 2021, The Cabbagetown BIA was proud to partner with St. Luke’s United Church and Dixon Hall in a lunch program initiative that provided healthy, well-balanced lunches for vulnerable residents while also supporting the local small business community.