"Kinvia focuses on real solutions — not just handouts — and works directly with children and communities."
– Kinvia donor, 2025 donor survey
"I love that they partner with local people instead of imposing outside ideas. It makes the impact feel genuine."
– Kinvia donor, 2025 donor survey
After nearly 40 years as Canadian Feed The Children, we've grown beyond just feeding children. And it's time our name reflected that. Kinvia is a name that embodies progress, inclusivity, and collaboration.
While the name is new, food security is still at the heart of everything we do. And our mission is the same: to work with communities as they create sustainable food systems that ensure children and families have food today and for generations to come.
We are an award-winning, 5-Star Rated Canadian charity trusted for transparency and results.
Nourish
Today
Immediate Impact(0-6 months)
School
meals
Food
hampers
Educational
support
Grow for
Tomorrow
Medium-Term Impact(6 months - 2 years)
Community
gardens
Greenhouses for Indigenous Communities
Income generation
Programs
Flourish for
Generations
Long-Term Impact(2+ Years)
Indigenous
food solutions
Climate-smart
agriculture
Gender
equality
In all communities
In Indigenous communities in Canada
5,755 lbs of fruits and veggies have been harvested from 4 food forests covering 27.75 acres
In Bolivia, Ethiopia, Ghana, and Uganda

School Meals
$10

Gardens
$100

Food Forests
$1,000
Shalean Morin
Land & Agricultural Development Manager, Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, CanadaMORE Ways to Give
Give a symbolic gift, a monthly gift, sponsor a child and more!Frequently Asked Questions
What are my payment options?
You can make an online donation to Kinvia using MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, or Direct Debit (see more information below). Donations can be made with either a credit or debit card. You can also donate by calling 1-800-387-1221 between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday.
Can I pay for my donation using Direct Debit?
Yes! Kinvia now accepts Direct Debit payments. After entering your donation amount, select Direct Debit as your payment method. You'll then see a secure screen to enter your account name, institution number, transit number, and account number.
Before completing your donation, you’ll review and authorize a Pre-Authorized Debit Agreement (PAD), allowing Kinvia to withdraw your donation directly from your bank account.
Once your donation is finalized, you’ll receive two confirmation emails:
- A copy of your PAD Agreement, outlining the details of your authorization.
- A confirmation of your donation to Kinvia.
Direct Debit is available for both one-time and monthly recurring donations.
Will I receive a tax receipt for my charity donation?
Yes. All Canadian donations to Kinvia are tax-receipted. When you online donation, you’ll receive a charitable tax receipt (PDF) by email within a few days of your donation. If you donate by phone, you can choose to receive an electronic receipt or a mailed copy (usually within two weeks). Kinvia’s charitable registration number is 11883 0983 RR0001. See the Government of Canada’s policy statement for charitable tax receipts for more details.
Are Kinvia’s finances independently audited?
Yes. Each year Kinvia’s financial statements are audited by an external accounting firm. For 2024, our auditor was Deloitte. You can review our latest audited statements here: 2024 Financial Statements (PDF).
How much of my donation goes to children, families, and communities?
76 ¢ of every dollar goes directly to programs helping children and families thrive. The remaining 24 ¢ funds essential program support — like safeguarding children, training local partners, and ensuring lasting results.
Many charities spend 35% or more on overhead; Kinvia keeps it lean at 24%. Every dollar counts, and we treat it that way.
Is Kinvia affiliated with a specific religion?
No. Kinvia has no religious affiliation. While we may collaborate with local partners who are faith-based, our mission is to help children regardless of race, religion, or gender.
Does Kinvia belong to a parent organization?
Kinvia was founded in Canada in 1986 as an independent international development agency and remains fully independent today. Our main office is located in Toronto.
What does Kinvia mean?
Great question. As a top-trusted Canadian charity, our work is rooted in relationships. In listening first. In walking together. In building pathways that allow children, youth, and families to thrive with dignity. And in impact. Our name reflects this journey.
Kin speaks to family, community, and the people you care about. Via means pathway, collective power, and the journey forward. Together, Kinvia means creating pathways for children, youth, families, and communities to build their own lasting solutions.
Why did you change your name from Canadian Feed The Children?
After nearly 40 years as Canadian Feed The Children, we've grown beyond just providing meals to children. Don't get us wrong – food security is still at the heart of everything we do. But we've learned something important: a meal today helps a child survive. Supporting a community to grow its own food? That helps children thrive for generations. That's why we're now Kinvia.
How can I stay up to date on the impact of my donation?
Donors receive our monthly e-newsletter featuring success stories from the field. You can also visit Kinvia.ca anytime to read our blog or download donor publications.


















