Image of six students holding resuable grocerie bags filled with food items

This March, the Bishop Reding Catholic Secondary School community came together to host a food drive in support of the ’s March with Heart campaign.

Over the course of three days, students and staff rallied together to collect a total of 981 food items. To build on their generosity, the school committed to matching one dollar for every item donated, significantly increasing their overall contribution. Morning announcements and school-wide promotion helped build momentum and reinforce the message that even simple acts of giving back can make a big difference.

image of students placing cardboard boxes and reusable grocery bags containing food items on black cart
Image of student loading trunk of gold car with box of food items
image of student placing red reuable grocery bag containing food into trunk of silver car

About HCCF and March with Heart

HCCF is an independent charity that works closely with the ÄÛÑ¿ÊÓƵ (HCDSB) to support students and families facing financial hardship. By removing barriers that prevent full participation in school, students can feel a greater sense of well-being, support, and belonging amongst their peers.

In its first year, HCCF’s March with Heart campaign encourages schools across HCDSB to take part in simple, engaging fundraising activities that directly support students and families within their school communities.

The food drive highlighted a shared responsibility of caring for one another while addressing food insecurity – an issue that can create significant barriers to learning. By supporting this initiative, the Bishop Reding community reinforced an important message: when basic needs like access to food are met, students are in a better position to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential.