Ending hunger.
Nourishing Hope.

Ending hunger.
Nourishing Hope.

A non-profit food distribution centre dedicated to rescuing food from bakers, growers and retailers for re-distribution to organizations, agencies and missions throughout SW Ontario.

Five Years of Community Impact in Southwestern Ontario

Ending hunger.
Nourishing Hope.

Ending hunger.
Nourishing Hope.

A non-profit food distribution centre dedicated to rescuing food from bakers, growers and retailers for re-distribution to organizations, agencies and missions throughout SW Ontario.

Five Years of Community Impact in Southwestern Ontario

Jim & Jacintha Collins, Founders

We founded Harvest Hands to rescue surplus food from retailers, bakers and growers to help families locally and internationally.

Make a difference in 2026
Your GIFT this year will make a difference in many lives.

“One of the greatest feelings in the world is knowing that we have made a difference in the lives of so many people.”

Jim Collins, Executive Director

50%

of all food produced in Canada is wasted or lost to landfills

8 million

Canadians suffer from food insecurity

$35 million

worth of food has been rescued by us, since March 2020

Together. We’re making a difference.

“Harvest Hands has rescued thousands of pounds of fresh, frozen, and dry food items for re-distribution to agencies within our community and beyond. Their hard work allows us to provide our clients with a more diversified and nutritious hamper to enjoy. A heartfelt thanks to everyone at Harvest Hands for their ongoing dedication and compassion for our community.”

– St. Thomas Elgin Food Bank

For only $25 per month, you can make a difference in a family’s life by providing fresh food and resources in over 14 counties across SW Ontario — to give people in need a head up to a better tomorrow.

Current Needs

Below is a list of our current needs and future projects for 2025. Can you help us with our mission?

Used Refrigerator 24ft Truck – $97,500

  • To expand food pickup and delivery capacity, keeping perishable items fresh during transport.

New Warehouse Renovations – $87,500

  • To improve efficiency, safety, and cold storage capacity as the center grows to serve more families.

Monthly Operating Expenses – $82,000

  • To keep daily operations running smoothly—covering fuel, maintenance, insurance, and essential supply costs.