About the REEL Thanks Challenge

The REEL Thanks Challenge (RTC) is an annual two week long fundraising event, presented by the Directors Guild of Canada, in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. After a pause in 2023, the REEL Thanks Challenge returns for 2024! This will be the 11th year for the RTC and it has raised a total of $1,790,064 since its inception.

The RTC is structured like a contest where different film and television productions around British Columbia compete to see who can raise the most money. The donations that these teams raise is greatly magnified through daily sponsored prizes from various organizations that support this great cause.

This year the event will be running from October 1st to 11th. Everybody is encouraged to get involved and support the Greater Vancouver Food Bank to provide healthy food to those in need.

About the Greater Vancouver Food Bank

For every dollar raised, the GVFB can DOUBLE the purchase of local, fresh and healthy food because of our incredible buying power and strong relationships with farmers and retailers.

The funds raised in a Virtual Food Drive will be used to purchase healthy and nutritious foods for our clients.

The Greater Vancouver Food Bank's (GVFB) Virtual Food Drive allows individuals and groups of all kinds to raise money through an online food drive. It’s a very efficient way to maximize your fundraising efforts. It’s also easy and fun!

Maybe you’re having a birthday or wedding and would like your guests to donate in lieu of gifts. Raise funds with your co-workers at the office, your club, team, as a family project or with a group of friends as passionate as you are about food security and ensuring that our neighbours have enough food for their families.

Consider registering today to support those in need in our communities! 

If you experience any challenges or need more information or support, please contact us at [email protected].