This program provides donations of unsold bread and baked goods, with no stated maximum amount. It supports charitable food programs and may accommodate one-time donation requests for events.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Supporting volunteer engagement

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 3, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Social Services
Income Support and Maintenance

Target groups

Nonprofits / charities

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Local

Activities funded

Collection of unsold bread and baked goods from local bakeries for charitable distribution.
Distribution of donated bakery items through charitable food programs.
One-time donation support for events (when requested in advance).

Examples of admissible projects:

Daily rescue of unsold bread for local food programs

Community breakfast pack event using end-of-day donated baked goods

Eligibility

Request supports charitable food programs distributing donated bread and baked goods.
Organization aligns with COBS Bread values and culture.
Organization engages the local community.
Organization promotes health and well-being.

Who is eligible?

Charitable food programs.
Community organizations involved in distributing food through charitable programming.

Selection criteria

Alignment with COBS Bread values and culture.
Local community engagement.
Promotion of health and well-being.

How to apply

Step 1: Identify local bakery

Locate the nearest participating bakery.

Step 2: Submit inquiry

Contact the local bakery to inquire about participating in the program.

Step 3: Plan one-time requests (if applicable)

For an event or one-time donation request, reach out at least one month in advance.

Additional information

Dedicated volunteers collect unsold bread and baked goods from participating bakeries for distribution through charitable food programs.
One-time donation requests (e.g., for an event) should be made at least one month in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the End of Day Giving Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the End of Day Giving. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.