At Kingdom Acts Foundation (KAF) Food Bank, we believe a community where no one goes hungry is possible — and we’re working every day to make that belief a reality. Canada produces far more food than it needs, yet too many families struggle with hunger because of affordability and access. Research shows that enough food to feed over 17 million people goes uneaten each year, while many Canadians face food insecurity. (Second Harvest)
For our Executive Director, Dr. Godwin Ude, the mission is personal. Growing up in Nigeria, he experienced food not just as nourishment, but as a connector — a way of strengthening community and caring for one another. That deep cultural belief shapes how KAF operates today: not as a supply depot, but as a welcoming space where dignity and respect matter just as much as the food we distribute. (Second Harvest)
Since 2010, Dr. Ude has led the organization to expand its services beyond traditional food support. What began with community barbecues and wraparound programming for youth and families soon grew into a long-term food security operation. When another local food bank closed during the pandemic, KAF stepped in to meet the rising demand — even when resources were stretched thin. (Second Harvest)
At one point, Dr. Ude was spending entire days driving across the region collecting food donations to keep the food bank stocked. Even as costs mounted and challenges grew, he refused to give up — driven by a simple conviction: “There should not be any reason why any person in Canada should go hungry.” (Second Harvest)
KAF responded by strengthening our capacity. We invested in infrastructure like a refrigerated vehicle and a walk-in freezer, enabling us to rescue and store far more food — food that might otherwise go to waste. We partnered with grocery stores to provide reusable totes, ensuring donations arrive safely and minimizing lost food due to spills or poor packaging. (Second Harvest)
Today, KAF Food Bank serves more than 14,000 people every month through a choice-based, unlimited support model, meaning individuals and families can select the foods that best meet their needs without arbitrary limits. This approach respects human dignity and helps reduce food insecurity in a way that feels empowering rather than stigmatizing. (Second Harvest)
Our work is rooted in persistence and innovation. KAF doesn’t just respond to need — we create solutions. When traditional systems fall short, we build alternatives that work for the communities we serve. Our belief in abundance — that food exists and that it can be gathered and distributed with effort and care — continues to guide us. (Second Harvest)
But while rescue and redistribution are essential, lasting change requires bigger solutions. That’s why we also advocate for policy reforms that ensure everyone has the income needed to buy groceries and live with dignity. Until that goal is realized, KAF will continue to support people where they are, offering nourishment, hope, and community. (Second Harvest)
