Give back this holiday season by donating a gift-in-kind to an agency in your community that supports people experiencing homelessness.
Refer to the map below to find agencies near you. Each agency has listed the items that they need the most, such as gift cards, warm winter clothing and hygiene products, along with information regarding drop-off.
Help make the season brighter for others in your community.
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| 2180 Islington Shelter Program | Address: 2180 Islington Ave., Toronto ON M9P 3P1 Client group: Single adults and couples experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards (Walmart, NoFrills, Visa and Mastercard), toiletries, socks, underwear, winter coats, sports paraphernalia, books, pre-paid phone cards, adult activity books, pet supplies for dogs and cats, personal grooming supplies Donation hours: Anytime. Open 24/7. Please call Deon at 437-882-9486 or the Shift Leader at 437-833-8915 to schedule a drop-off. Email: deon.wright@toronto.ca Phone: 437-882-9486 |
| ACSA Community Services | Address: 100-4155 Sheppard Ave. E., Toronto ON M1S 1T4 Client group: Homeless, underhoused, housed, seniors Needs: Gift cards, hygiene products, warm gear (i.e. hats, gloves, socks, clothing, blankets) Donation hours: Tuesday to Friday Email: vcasey@acsa.ca Phone: 647-781-9957 |
| Canadian Red Cross | Address: Hampton Inn / Homewood Suites, 5515 Eglinton Ave. W., Toronto ON M9C 5K5 Client group: Asylum seeker and Ukrainian arrivals Needs: Winter jackets, gloves, socks, toys for kids Donation hours: Seven days a week, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call Fareed (416-729-9115) or Massudi (416-316-5557) to schedule a drop-off. Email: asad.qamar@redcross.ca, ONFOT2.SM@Redcross.ca, ONFOT2.OPS@Redcross.ca Phone: 514-249-6188 |
| Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre | Address: 973 Lansdowne Ave., Toronto ON M6H 3Z5 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, winter coats, boots, hats, scarves, gloves Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 416-989-6768 to schedule a drop-off. Email: suzette@conc.ca Phone: 416-516-8642 |
| Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre | Address: 850 Bloor St. W., Toronto ON M6G 1M2 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, winter coats, boots, hats, scarves, gloves Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 416-989-6770 to schedule a drop-off. Email: suzette@conc.ca Phone: 416-516-8642 |
| Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre | Address: 14 Roncesvalles Ave., Toronto ON M6R 2K3 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, winter coats, boots, hats, scarves, gloves Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 416-989-6769 to schedule a drop-off. Email: suzette@conc.ca Phone: 416-516-8642 |
| Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre | Address: 445 Rexdale Blvd., Toronto ON M9W 6P8 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness Needs: Clothes, winter supplies (jackets, hats, gloves, scarves, thermal socks, boots, blankets), food bank donations, hygiene supplies, shoes, cleaning supplies, toiletries, kitchenware, bedding, gift cards, dog/cat food, dog crates Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call 416-889-3820 to schedule a drop-off. Email: kreena@conc.ca Phone: 416-740-9500 |
| Christie Refugee Welcome Centre | Address: 43 Christie St., Toronto ON M6G 3B1 Client group: Refugee families and asylum seekers Needs: Gift cards, toiletries, new winter clothing mostly for children & teens (i.e. gloves, beanies, scarves, winter jackets, snow pants, winter boots), new socks, new school supplies Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: general@christiestreetrc.com Phone: 416-588-9277 |
| COSTI Immigrant Services - Dixon Road | Address: 640 Dixon Rd., Toronto ON M9W 1J1 Client group: Families and single refugees Needs: Gift cards (e.g. groceries stores, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart, etc.), toys, hygiene products, warm clothing (e.g. socks, gloves, hats), self-care packages, games, tech gadgets for youth Donation hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: basirat.olaleye@costi.org Phone: 416-729-4721 |
| COSTI Immigrant Services - Hallcrown Place | Address: 55 Hallcrown Pl., Toronto ON M2J 4R1 Client group: Refugee and Non refugee families Needs: Toys, board games for youth and young adults, gift cards, socks, winter hats, gloves Donation hours: Monday to Friday. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: vithieyah.atputharajah@costi.org Phone: 647-226-9265 |
| Covenant House | Address: 21 McGill St., Toronto ON M5B 1H3 Client group: Youth ages 16 to 24 Needs: New socks and underwear for male and females, $5 to $20 gift cards for holiday gift giving, winter coats, boots, mittens and Touques, non-perishable food, hygiene items Donation hours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On weekends or afterhours, please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: DonationCentre@covenanthouse.ca Phone: 416-598-4898 and ask for Brian |
| Dixon Hall | Address: 190 Carlton St., Toronto ON M5A 2K8 Client group: People experiencing homelessness, seniors, children and youth, newcomers Needs: toys, gift cards, winter boots and coats, tech gadgets for school, school supplies, food gift cards, etc. Donation hours: Any day and time, preferably Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email: fundraising@dixonhall.org Phone: 416-863-0499 |
| Evangel Hall Mission | Address: 552 Adelaide St. W., Toronto ON M5V 3W8 Client group: People experiencing homelessness, housed (e.g. rooming houses, rent-geared-to-income), seniors, women, refugees Needs: Gift cards (for grocery stores), gently used waterproof winter jackets and clothing, new socks and underwear, sleeping bags, hygiene supplies (e.g. toothbrushes, toothpaste, bar soap, moisturizing cream, lip balm) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call Wanessa at 416-504-3563, ext. 108 to schedule a drop-off. Email: fundraising@evangelhall.ca Phone: 416-504-3563 |
| Family Residence | Address: 4222 Kingston Rd., Toronto ON M1E 2M6 Client group: Families Needs: Food baskets, new winter clothing (e.g. coats, boots), new children’s clothing, toys, hygiene products for various cultures (e.g. shampoos, conditioner, deodorant, body wash, tooth paste and tooth brushes etc.), household items (e.g. blankets, sheet sets, towels, bath rags, etc.), educational items (backpacks, school supplies) Donation hours: Anytime (open 24/7). Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: Sophia.Pottinger@toronto.ca Phone: 416-397-1392 |
| FCJ Refugee House | Address: 208 Oakwood Ave., Toronto ON M6E 2V4 Client group: Refugee claimants and people with precarious status Needs: Canned food, new clothes for men and women Donation hours: Monday & Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email: tseringl@fcjrefugeecentre.org Phone: 416-469-9754 |
| Fife House | Address: 2nd Floor – 490 Sherbourne St., Toronto ON M4X 1K9 Client group: People living with HIV, seniors, BIPOC, newcomers/refugees, 2SGLBTQ+, houseless Needs: Gift cards (e.g. grocery, food, Dollarama), new winter clothing (e.g. coats, gloves, scarves, socks, toques, boots), sanitary pads for women, new pots, pans, cutlery, plates, new bed fittings and linens (e.g. pillows, comforters/duvets, bedsheets) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email: ask@fifehouse.org Phone: 416-205-9888 |
| Fred Victor | Address: 402-800 Bay St., Toronto ON M5S 3A9 Client group: People experiencing poverty and homelessness Needs: Grocery gift cards ($10-$25 to NoFrills, FreshCo, Walmart, etc.), new underwear for adults (all sizes and styles), hygiene products (new bodywash, shampoo, lotion, hand cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste) Donation hours: Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please email or call to arrange a drop-off. Email: donations@fredvictor.org Phone: 416-364-8228 |
| Friends of Ruby | Address: 489 Queen St. E., Lower Level (LL01), Toronto ON M5A 1V1 Client group: 2SLGBTQIA+ youth age 16-29 Needs: Gift cards, hygiene supplies, binding tape, wigs, fake facial hair, shavers (gender affirming care), underwear, socks, bras, long johns, food (non perishable), winter jackets, move out packages (towels, dishes, sheets, cleaning supplies, etc.), tents, sleeping bags Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Email: info@friendsofruby.ca Phone: 289-830-8269 |
| Haven Toronto | Address: 170 Jarvis St., Toronto ON M5B 2B7 Client group: Men age 50+ experiencing homelessness Needs: Sleeping bags, reading glasses, male briefs, disposable raincoats, travel-size toiletries, male clothes, winter clothes (jackets, gloves, sweaters, scarfs) for men Donation hours: Preferably Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Donations also accepted Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop off. Email: info@haventoronto.ca Phone: 416-366-5377, ext. 227 |
| Homes First Society | Address: 90 Shuter St., Unit 206, Toronto, ON, M5B 2K6 Client group: People experiencing homelessness Needs: Winter/layering clothes, new undergarments, new socks, new or gently used outdoor winter apparel (hats, gloves, scarves, neck warmers, winter jackets, boots, snow pants), incontinence briefs, new notebooks and writing supplies, backpacks, flip-flops/slides (waterproof), all hygiene products (except mouthwash), $10-$15 grocery gift cards Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call 647-454-1048 to schedule a drop-off. Email: donate@homesfirst.on.ca Phone: 647-454-2494 |
| Horizons for Youth | Address: 422 Gilbert Ave., Toronto ON M6E 4X3 Client group: Youth experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, clothing all sizes for youths ages 16-24, preferably neutral colours (winter warmths, boxers, flip flops sizes 8 and above), hygiene supplies (hair supplies for textured hair, full size body lotion/wash/shampoo and conditioner, travel size alcohol free mouth wash, travel size shaving cream), travel items (suitcases, big duffle bags, sleeping bags) Donation hours: Anytime before 10 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: info@horizonsforyouth.org Phone: 416-781-9898 |
| Junction Place | Address: 731 Runnymede Rd., Toronto ON M6N 3V7 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, hoodies, track pants, winter jackets, boots Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call Roslyn at 647-290-4754 to schedule a drop-off. Email: Roslyn.Bowen@toronto.ca Phone: 416-392-4564 |
| Kennedy House | Address: 404-10 Milner Business Court, Toronto ON M1B 3C6 Client group: Youth aged 16 to 24 experiencing homelessness Needs: Shoes, warm winter coats, gift cards Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 416-299-3157 to schedule a drop-off. Email: dmacleod@kennedyhouse.org Phone: 416-706-9651 |
| LOFT Community Services | Address: 101- 145 Front St. E., Toronto ON L3Z 2Y4 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness or transitioning to housing Needs: Socks, hat, gloves, hand and toe warmers, sleeping bags, personal hygiene items, food gift cards or non perishable food Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call Raisha at the number listed below to schedule a drop-off. Email: info@loftcs.org Phone: 647-777-0130 |
| Nellie's Women Shelter | Address: 970 Queen St. E., Toronto, ON M4M 1J8 Client group: Women and children Needs: Shampoo & Conditioner for all types of hair (including black hair), toothpaste and toothbrushes for kids and adults, hygiene products, gift cards (Walmart, Dollarama), liquid soap, new clothing (socks, underwear, mitts, gloves) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: sharmone@nellies.org Phone: 416-461-0521 |
| Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre | Address: 1499 Queen St. W., Toronto ON M6R 1A3 Client group: Individuals who struggle with houselessness and food insecurity Needs: Travel size hygiene products (soap, deodorant, shampoo & bodywash, tissue packs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors), men’s/women’s parkas (L/XL), men’s winter boots (sizes 9-11), women’s boots (sizes 7-11), Long Johns (M-L), men’s pants (sizes 30-38), T-shirts/long sleeve shirts/hoodies (size L), sleeping bags, knapsacks/duffel bags, new or good condition towels, grocery store/food gift cards Donation hours: Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Friday: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Sunday & holidays: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Email: donations@parc.on.ca Phone: 416-537-2262 |
| Progress Place | Address: 576 Church St., Toronto ON M4Y 2E3 Client group: Individuals with mental illness Needs: Gift cards, new clothing and underwear, new winter outerwear (coats, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, boots, etc.) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: dgarbis@progressplace.org Phone: 416-323-0223 |
| Red Door Family Shelter | Address: 21 Carlaw Ave., Toronto ON M4M 2R6 Client group: Families and refugees seeking shelter, women and children fleeing violence Needs: Nonperishable food items, full size hygiene items, baby formula, baby diapers size 5 and 6, gift cards Donation Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: inkind@reddoorshelter.ca Phone: 416-915-5671, ext. 200 |
| Robertson House | Address: 291 Sherbourne St., Toronto ON M5A 2R9 Client group: Single mother’s with children Needs: Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, razors, etc.), clothing (socks, scarves, gloves, winter jackets, etc.), Baby items (formula, diapers, baby clothing, etc.), Electronics (tablets, laptops, headphones, etc.), Children’s toys (books, arts and crafts, video games, etc.), New home items (kettle, bed linen, cleaning supplies, etc.) Donation Hours: Monday to Sunday, anytime during the day. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: carloes.francis@toronto.ca, nicole.howard@toronto.ca Phone: (416) 392-5709 |
| Scarborough Progress Centre | Address: 705 Progress Ave., Building F, Toronto ON M1H 2X1 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness who are 18 years or older and identify as men Needs: Gift cards (grocery stores, fast food restaurants), boxers, socks, hoodies, undershirts, flip flops, jeans, sweatpants, hygiene products (deodorant, shaving cream, shavers, etc.), long johns, toques/hats, long sleeve shirts, scarves, gloves Donation hours: Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: 705Progress@toronto.ca Phone: 416-396-4612 |
| Scarborough Village Residence | Address: 3306 Kingston Rd., Toronto ON M1M 1P8 Client group: Seniors experiencing homelessness Needs: Toiletries (Men’s & women’s), clothes (socks, underwear, t-shirts, sweaters), winter clothing (winter jackets, hats, scarves, mittens) Donation hours: Any day. Please call Camille at the number below to schedule a drop-off. Email: carloes.francis@toronto.ca Phone: 416-392-6290 |
| Scarborough Women's Shelter | Address: 20 Milner Business Court, Toronto ON M1B 3M6 Client group: Single women and families (women, men and children) Needs: Toiletries (soap, lotion, deodorant for women & men, hygiene products), winter wear for women, men & children (boots, jackets, scarfs, mittens, socks – all sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL), Gift Cards, backpacks and school supplies Donation hours: Any day. Please call to arrange a drop-off. Email: SWSshiftleaders@toronto.ca Phone: 416-397-0322 Website |
| Seaton House | Address: 339 George St., Toronto ON M5A 2N2 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, clothes, toiletries, new socks, gloves Donation hours: Anytime. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: fay.tomlin@toronto.ca Phone: 437-244-8251 |
| Sherbourne Health | Address: 333 Sherbourne St.,Toronto ON M5A 2S5 Client group: 2SLGBTQ individuals who are precariously housed or homeless Needs: Grocery cards, new unused clothes, underwear, shirts, pants, sweaters, shoes, hats, gloves Donation hours: Monday afternoon, 2 to 4 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: nalamyar@sherbourne.on.ca Phone: 647-327-2768 |
| Sistering | Address: 962 Bloor St. W., Toronto ON M6H 1L6 Client group: Women & Gender-diverse adults Needs: Gift Cards, hygiene items, new socks, underwear, pyjamas, slippers, non-perishable food, blankets Donation hours: Monday afternoon, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: fundraising@sistering.org Phone: 416-926-9762 |
| Sojourn House | Address: 101 Ontario St., Toronto ON M5A 2V2 Client group: Refugee individuals and family Needs: Hygiene items, grocery gift cards, winter clothes and supplies Donation hours: Monday to Friday. Please call Andrea at 437-233-5296 to schedule a drop-off. Email: aherod@sojournhouse.org Phone: 416-864-0515 |
| Sojourn House Family Shelter | Address: 165 Grange Ave., Toronto ON M5T 2V5 Client group: Refugee individuals and family Needs: Winter coats, children’s toys, female hygiene products, school backpacks, diapers Donation hours: Anytime. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: mzvemhara@sojournhouse.org Phone: 416-743-8877, ext. 23 |
| St. Felix | Address: 69 Fraser Ave., Toronto ON M6K 0H9 Client group: Adults who are marginalized and street involved Needs: New socks & underwear, gently used winters coat, winter boots, scarves, gloves, hand warmers, feet warmers Donation hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call 416-534-4554 to schedule a drop-off. Email: info@stfelixcentre.org Phone: 416-203-1624 |
| St. Michael's Homes | Address: 262 Gerrard St. E., Toronto ON M5A 2G2 Client group: People living with mental health, substance use, and/or experiencing homelessness Needs: Hygiene Products (shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deoderent, etc.), gift cards (grocery store especially), clothes for home (i.e. pjs, slippers, sweat pants, sweat shirts), winter clothes (i.e hats, gloves, coats), shoes/boots Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Email: info@stmichaelshomes.org Phone: 416-926-8267 |
| Street Haven at the Crossroads | Address: 87 Pembroke St., Toronto, ON M5A 2N9 Client group: Women experiencing homelessness, poverty and mental health and addictions Needs: Gift cards (i.e. grocery stories, pharmacies, Walmart, Dollarama), Personal care items (shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste & brushes, feminine hygiene products, deodorant, skincare/moisturizers), new socks and gloves, new or gentle used winter clothing, snacks/instant meals & bottled water, technology items (prepaid cell phones, chargers, headphones), entertainment items (i.e. books, puzzles, art supplies, games) Donation hours: Any day. Please call or email to schedule a drop-off. Email: executivedirector@streethaven.com Phone: 416-967-6060, ext. 230 |
| Streets to Homes Assessment & Referral Centre | Address: 129 Peter St., Toronto ON M5V 2H3 Client group: Adults experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, socks, hats, gloves, adult winter boots (male & female) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: Jermaine.romans@toronto.ca Phone: 416 392-6104 |
| Toronto Plaza Hotel | Address: 1677 Wilson Ave., Toronto ON M3L 1A5 Client group: Single adults and couples experiencing homelessness Needs: Socks, gloves, winter hats, scarves, jackets, sweaters, underwear (men’s) Donation hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Email: torontoplazashelter@toronto.ca Phone: 437-219-9237 |
| The 519 | Address: 519 Church St., Toronto ON M4Y 2C9 Client group: 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and residents of Downtown Toronto East Needs: Gift cards, winter clothing, hygiene supplies, sleeping bags, winter boots Donation hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call Steph at 647-472-5740 to schedule a drop-off. Email: info@the519.org Phone: 416-392-6874 |
| The Neighbourhood Group Community Services Corner Drop-in | Address: 260 Augusta Ave., Toronto ON M5T 2L9 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness Needs: Toothbrushes, hygiene supplies, towels, underwear, socks, gift cards Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call 416-803-4857 to schedule a drop-off. Email: jules.montgomery@tngcs.org Phone: 416-925-2013 |
| The Salvation Army: Evangeline Residence | Address: 2808 Dundas St. W., Toronto ON M6P 1Y5 Client group: Women experiencing homelessness Needs: Toiletries, feminine products, winter clothes, practical clothes and shoes (including underwear, pjs), purses, make-up, journals, jewelry, coloring books Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: Lubia.lisboa@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 416-989-2257 |
| The Salvation Army: Florence Booth House | Address: 66 Norfinch Dr., Toronto ON M3N 1X1 Client group: Women experiencing homelessness Needs: Warm clothing, gift cards, hygiene products Donation hours: Any day of the week. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: lona.delpesche@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 647-472-0057 |
| The Salvation Army Gateway | Address: 107 Jarvis St., Toronto ON M5C 2H4 Client group: Under housed and street involved, predominately male Needs: Deodorant, toothpaste/tooth brushes, winter coats and boots, underwear Donation hours: Monday to Friday. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: judy.righton@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 416-368-8710, ext. 222 |
| The Salvation Army Holiday Inn Express | Address: 50 Estate Dr., Toronto ON M1H 2Z1 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness who identify as men, 18 years or older Needs: Winter clothing, hygiene supplies (new only), books, toys (for clients who have children), computers. Donation hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: scarboroughhotelprogram@gmail.com Phone: 416-668-1974 |
| The Salvation Army: Islington Seniors' Shelter | Address: 2671 Islington Ave., Toronto ON M9V 2X6 Client group: Seniors experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, blankets, hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, razers), scarf, hats, socks, winter jackets (male and females) Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: jessel.weekes-knights@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 416-688-5486 |
| The Salvation Army: New Hope Leslieville | Address: 29 Leslie St., Toronto ON M4M 3C3 Client group: Adult men (18+) experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, hygiene products (toothbrush, toothpaste, personal use size/bottle of shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, After shave lotion, new pack of razors), Male Care kit/Hygiene kit/Shaving kit, new winter coats/jackets (Large and extra large), winter gears (gloves, warm socks, toques, mufflers) Donation hours: Any day. Please call Smriti at 416-936-7317 to schedule a drop-off. Email: smriti.bhattarai@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 647-362-3062 |
| The Salvation Army: New Hope North York | Address: 66 Norfinch Dr., Toronto ON M3N 1X1 Client group: Adult men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, hygiene products (toothbrush, toothpaste, personal use size/bottle of shampoo, conditioner, shaving cream, After shave lotion, new pack of razors), Male Care kit/Hygiene kit/Shaving kit, new winter coats/jackets (Large and extra large), winter gears (gloves, warm socks, toques, mufflers) Donation hours: Any day of the week. Please call Smriti at 416-936-7317 to schedule a drop-off. Email: smriti.bhattarai@salvationarmy.ca Phone: 416-991-0927 |
| Toronto Community Hostel | Address: 191 Spadina Rd., Toronto ON M5R 2T9 Client group: Refugee families and single adults Needs: Gift cards, sporting event tickets (for single men, families), winter jackets, boots & socks (men, women, children), toys (plushies, art activities/supplies, mind teasers (e.g. Rubic cube), science kits, anything BTS & Blackpink (Korean idols), personal hygiene items (adults & kids), teen appropriate gifts Donation hours: Any day, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Please call Nicki at 647-446-2355 to schedule a drop-off. Email: outreach@tchostel.ca Phone: 416-963-1638 |
| Toronto Refugee Community Non-Profit Homes and Services (Romero House) | Address: 1558 Bloor St. W., Toronto ON M6P 1A4 Client group: Refugee claimants Needs: Gift cards (food), toys, books (for all ages), new or gently used winter clothing, hygiene supplies Donation hours: Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 pm – 4:00 p.m. Email: info@romerohouse.org Phone: 416-763-1303 |
| Travellers Hostel | Address: 76 Church St., Toronto ON M5C 2G1 Client group: Men experiencing homelessness Needs: Gift cards, clothes, toiletries, new socks Donation hours: Any day. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: christopher.graham@toronto.ca Phone: 437-341-6846 |
| Turning Point Youth Services | Address: 95 Wellesley St. E., Toronto, ON M4Y 2X9 Client group: Youth who identify as male (age 16-24) Needs: Gift cards, hygiene items, Winter outerwear (coats, gloves, hats), clothing (i.e. sweaters, pants, dress shirts, ties, socks, shoes), blankets, dishes, cups, pots & pans Donation hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: svillefranche@turningpoint.ca Phone: 647-355-9018 |
| Warden Woods Community Centre | Address: 705 Progress Ave., Unit 31, Toronto ON M1H 2X1 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness or under-housed Needs: Gift cards, hygiene products, pre-paid cell phones Donation hours: Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekends 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please call 416-639-6766, ext. 301 to schedule a drop-off. Email: michaeln@wardenwoods.com Phone: 416-277-5937 |
| West Neighbourhood House | Address: 588 Queen St. W., Toronto ON M6J 1E3 Client group: Individuals experiencing homelessness and underhoused, older adult, children and youth Needs: Adult winter clothing (men & women), personal hygiene products, grocery gift cards Donation hours: Tuesday to Friday. Please call Selina at 416-206-0437 to schedule a drop-off. Email: info@westnh.org Phone: 416-532-7586 |
| Women's Residence Portfolio | Address: 674 Dundas St. W., Toronto ON M5T 1H9 Client group: Women and men experiencing homelessness Needs: Household items for client moving into independent living (pots, linens), hygiene & toiletry products, winter clothing (boots, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, sweaters), gift cards Donation hours: Any day. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: carol.mcdonald@toronto.ca Phone: 416-338-2497 |
| Youth Without Shelter | Address: 6 Warrendale Court, Toronto ON M9V 1P9 Client group: Youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness Needs: Black haircare products, body lotion, new clothing (sweatshirts, sweatpants, long & short sleeve t-shirts, pajamas, tights), winter boots, grocery gift cards Donation hours: Any day, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please call Alexandra at 416-748-0110, ext. 62 to schedule a drop-off. Email: mfox@yws.on.ca Phone: 416-748-0110 |
| YouthLink | Address: 636 Kennedy Rd., Toronto ON M1K 2B3 Client group: Youth up to age 24 experiencing mental health issues, homelessness and/or food insecurity Needs: Personal hygiene items (shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs & brushes, soap, hand & body cream, lip balm, black hair products,etc.), feminine hygiene products, socks and underwear, winter outer clothing (hats, mitts, gloves, scarves, jackets, boots), gift cards (Walmart, President Choice, Tim Horton’s, etc.), school backpacks and supplies Donation hours: Monday to Friday. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: beth.pritchard@youthlink.ca Phone: 647-617-6213 |
| YWCA Toronto | Address: 87 Elm Street, Toronto ON M5G 0A8 Client group: Women, girls, gender diverse people experiencing homelessness Needs: Gently used winter jackets & boots (good condition), New socks and gloves, kids winter gear (snow suits, winter coats for kids aged 0-13), school supplies (pencils, erasers, crayons, binders, notebooks & geometry sets), period products (tampons, pads or diva cups), gently used household items (good condition), children’s diapers, new children’s toys Donation hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please call to schedule a drop-off. Email: jjeyaseelan@ywcatoronto.org Phone: 416-961-8101, ext. 332 |