In March 2024, over 2 million food bank visits were made in a single month across Canada.
In B.C. alone, visits have surged over 80% since 2019.
Whole families including children and seniors are going hungry, and even people with full-time employment have reported their need to visit food banks.
We are working to change this.
The Feeding Futures Fundraiser is our immediate response to a crisis that’s only getting worse. While we prepare to relaunch our signature networking events in 2026, we’re running this campaign to Make Life Better by tackling food insecurity head-on. Every dollar you give goes directly toward feeding families today and building stronger communities tomorrow.
Campaign Phases
Phase 1 – Langley Food Bank
Raise: $125,000 → Donate: $100,000
($25,000 to Administration)
Phase 2 – Sources Langley Food Bank
Raise: $125,000 → Donate: $100,000
($25,000 to Administration)
Phase 3 – Aldergrove Food Bank
Raise: $125,000 → Donate: $100,000
($25,000 to Administration)
Phase 4 – Greater Vancouver Food Bank
Vancouver Location
Raise: $125,000 → Donate: $100,000
($25,000 to Administration)
Phase 5 – Greater Vancouver Food Bank
North Vancouver Location
Raise: $125,000 → Donate: $100,000
($25,000 to Administration)
Phase 6 – Food Banks BC
Raise: $625,000 → Donate: $500,000
($125,000 to Administration)
Phase 7 – Food Banks Canada
Raise: $1,250,000 → Donate: $1,000,000
($250,000 to Administration)
Make a donation
Every contribution not only provides immediate food support to families and individuals but also fuels long-term community development.
Donations may be subject to PayPal fees.
If you would prefer to donate
to us directly to avoid any fees,
you are welcome to e-transfer us at
makelifebetter@mattedreams.com
and we will ensure your donation is added to the fundraiser funds.
FAQ:
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How is my donation used?
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80% goes straight to the current phase's food-bank to purchase and distribute food.
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20% covers campaign and administration costs (payment-processing fees, marketing, staff/contractor time) and is reinvested into Make Life Better Events Inc. to fund future community-building initiatives.
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Will I receive a tax receipt?
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Individual Donors:
No. We’re not a registered charity, meaning we can’t issue CRA donation receipts. Many supporters give because they want to see a real impact in their communities and help families in need. -
Business Sponsors:
While sponsorships don’t generate CRA charitable receipts, your sponsorship agreement and invoice from Make Life Better Events Inc. serve as deductible business-expense documentation.
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How can my business get involved?
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Become a sponsor at Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum levels for marketing benefits and positive brand exposure.
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Details on each level are available on the Fundraiser Sponsorship page.
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Where can I track our progress?
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Scroll up to view the fundraising progress bar and the list of current and upcoming phases of this campaign.
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After each milestone, we publish an “impact note” showing funds donated.
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