MealShare

Mealshare was a social enterprise and non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating youth hunger and improving public health through a unique "buy-one-give-one" restaurant partnership model. By partnering with major restaurant chains and food service providers, the organization facilitated the donation of meals to children in need for every designated Mealshare item purchased by consumers. This model addressed food insecurity as a critical social determinant of health, providing nutritional support to vulnerable populations through local charities and international partners like Save the Children. Since its founding in 2013, Mealshare provided millions of meals across Canada and international markets before announcing the wind-down of its independent operations in 2023. The organization's legacy remains a significant example of integrating social impact into commercial food service to drive public health outcomes.