Donate Meals
Do you enjoy cooking?
Do you have delicious recipes that you would like to share with others?
Please consider making a homemade meal for youth at Home Base YK!
Or purchase a store-bought meal or a meal from a restaurant and donate it to Home Base YK.
Wondering you can Donate?
Many youth that access Home base YK love traditional comfort food such as...
Chicken with rice and veggies
Macaroni and cheese
Spaghetti and meatballs
Beef or Chicken tacos
Casseroles
Homemade bread or buns
Hamburgers, hotdogs, sausages
Soup
Baked goods
Lasagna
Stir Fry
Bannock
Many youth that access Home Base YK like to try new foods from different cultures. If you make a traditional dish from your culture, it will likely be a hit with the youth.
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Many youth like traditional Northern food such as moose, caribou, arctic char, and seal.
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Avoid making spicy meals - this is something that the youth typically do not enjoy to much
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Avoid seafood dishes - many youth typically do not typically enjoy this.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss anything, run ideas or just simply wanting to know more, you can contact our Executive Assistant Ashley Gresl
E.A'S Address
5125 52nd Street
Yellowknife N.T
Phone
(867)-766-3326 EXT 1000
Connect
If you are interested in cooking with youth at the Youth Dorms or the Youth Centre, we would love to have you join our volunteer team! Sharing a meal is one of the most meaningful ways to connect, and cooking together creates a welcoming space where young people can learn new skills, build confidence, and enjoy a sense of community.
As a cooking volunteer, you won’t just be preparing food—you’ll be mentoring, encouraging, and engaging with youth in a positive and supportive environment. Whether you’re teaching basic kitchen skills, introducing a favourite family recipe, or helping youth plan and prepare a full meal, your involvement can make a lasting impact. No professional culinary experience is required—just a willingness to participate, collaborate, and foster a safe and respectful atmosphere.
To get started, please visit our volunteer page and sign up as a cooking volunteer.
The orientation will provide you with important information about our organization, our expectations for volunteers, and best practices for working with youth. The training component will cover topics such as communication strategies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and creating an inclusive, supportive environment in the kitchen.
