Donation Nation Youth Initiative

Donation Nation is a series of youth-focused initiatives that run year-round in schools and youth groups in northern Toronto. The purpose is to foster a new generation of philanthropists and to stimulate social action among young people.

We provide resources and support to students and teachers, creating learning experiences that reinforce the ability of young people to affect change while supporting people who experience hunger in our communities.

Sort & Learn School Workshops

What will I Learn?

Sort & Learn workshops are an opportunity for students to visit North York Harvest and help make a difference in their community.

There are two parts to the Sort & Learn visit:

In the Sort session of the visit, students sort our community food donations. The food is later delivered to our network of 60 food programs in northern Toronto, including homeless shelters, community kitchens and prenatal programs.

In the Learn session of the visit, students explore the food bank experience. Through fun activities and insightful exercises, students discuss topics such as community development, poverty, hunger, healthy eating, and food security.

What do I need to know?

• Workshops are available on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
• We accept two groups per school, per semester.
• First come, first served.
• One class (30 students) per workshop booking.
• Minimum two accompanying adults are required (including parent volunteers).
• North York Harvest is a food facility, so please consider student allergies.

How do I book?

Our Sort & Learn program is now fully booked for the 2011-2012 academic year. For information about sessions in 2012-2013, please contact Sarah Resnick at 416-635-7771 ext. 62 or sarah [at] northyorkharvest [dot] com.