The Dartmouth Community Fridge has officially launched its third annual 10K in 10 days fundraising campaign, marking another significant effort to combat food insecurity in the Halifax Regional Municipality. The initiative, which began on November 19, 2025, aims to raise $10,000 over ten days to support the community refrigerator program that provides free food to residents in need.
Sustaining Community Support Through Annual Fundraiser
Now in its third consecutive year, the 10K in 10 days campaign has become a cornerstone event for the Dartmouth Community Fridge organization. The fundraiser comes at a critical time when food insecurity continues to affect numerous households across Nova Scotia. The community fridge, located in Dartmouth, operates on a take-what-you-need, leave-what-you-can basis, serving as an essential resource for individuals and families facing financial challenges.
Emma Convey, whose coverage brought attention to the fundraiser, documented the community's ongoing commitment to this vital service. The timing of the campaign aligns with the approaching holiday season, when demand for food support typically increases significantly throughout the region.
How the Fundraiser Supports Local Food Security
The $10,000 fundraising goal represents a substantial commitment to maintaining and expanding the community fridge's operations. Funds raised during the ten-day campaign will be allocated toward several critical areas, including refrigerator maintenance, food safety supplies, and purchasing supplemental food items to ensure consistent availability.
The Dartmouth Community Fridge operates 24/7, providing uninterrupted access to perishable and non-perishable food items. This accessibility is particularly important for individuals who work unconventional hours or face transportation barriers that limit their access to traditional food banks during regular operating hours.
Community organizers emphasize that the fundraiser supports not only the physical infrastructure but also the network of volunteers who maintain the fridge, monitor food quality, and ensure the space remains clean and organized for all users.
Building on Previous Successes
The annual fundraiser has demonstrated consistent growth since its inception three years ago. Previous campaigns have successfully met their financial targets, allowing the organization to expand its services and outreach within the Dartmouth community. The continued success of these fundraising efforts highlights the strong community support for food security initiatives in the Halifax area.
Local businesses and organizations have increasingly partnered with the Dartmouth Community Fridge, contributing both financial support and food donations throughout the year. These partnerships have been instrumental in sustaining the program between annual fundraising campaigns.
As the 10K in 10 days campaign progresses, organizers encourage community members to contribute through various channels, including online donations and in-person support at the fridge location. The initiative represents a collective effort to address food insecurity at the neighborhood level, demonstrating how community-driven solutions can make a tangible difference in people's lives.
