Shania Twain Foundation Funds 375,000 Meals to Fight Hunger Nationwide
TORONTO, June 24, 2025 /CNW/ - Shania Twain is bringing more than music to Canada this summer. As her long-awaited tour sweeps across the country, the iconic singer-songwriter is making a powerful statement offstage by funding 375,000 meals for people facing food insecurity through a major donation from the Shania Twain Foundation.
"Giving back to the places that shaped me has always been part of who I am," said Shania Twain, founder of the Shania Twain Foundation."This tour is not just about performing. It is about making sure communities have what they need and showing up with heart. At the Shania Twain Foundation, we believe everyone deserves access to nutritious food."
The foundation has committed $125,000 through its national partnership with Second Harvest, Canada's largest food rescue organization, supporting local food programs in five tour cities: Calgary, Moose Jaw, Quebec City, Ottawa, and Toronto. Each region will receive $25,000 to address immediate food security needs in their communities.
Additionally, the foundation is donating $25,000 directly to the West Prince Caring Cupboard in Prince Edward Island, expanding the initiative's reach to support food insecurity across multiple communities in the province. Beyond these planned initiatives, in response to Manitoba's wildfire crisis, an additional $15,000 will be donated to Make Way Charitable Society - Climate Change Connection, to support the urgent cold storage needs for emergency food rescue in Winnipeg. These funds will support cold storage infrastructure to increase emergency food hub capacity and reduce spoilage.
The latest findings from Statistics Canada show that food insecurity affects 10 million Canadians, including 2.5 million children. The need for immediate relief is greater than ever.
"This incredible contribution from the Shania Twain Foundation will have an immediate impact in addressing food insecurity in communities across the country," Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest said. "It's a powerful testament to Shania's deep passion for food access and her commitment to meaningful action. Thanks to the Foundation, many thousands of people will receive the nourishment they need at a time when it's needed most. We are profoundly grateful to be working together to create real, lasting change."
The foundation's commitment to fighting hunger extends beyond Canadian borders. As part of Shania's North American tour, the Shania Twain Foundation is also providing direct support to food banks across the United States, including organizations in Montana, New York, Maine, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Florida.
Founded by the award-winning singer and humanitarian, the Shania Twain Foundation focuses on supporting children and families affected by poverty. Its programs emphasize food access, mental health support, and educational opportunities in underserved communities throughout North America.
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