Give back this holiday season by donating a gift-in-kind to an agency in your community that supports people experiencing homelessness.

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!


Agencies in North York

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

COSTI

55 Hallcrown Place

Visit COSTI's website

$25–$100 gift cards, games, puzzles, art supplies and backpacks for children and youth; headphones, hoodies, pajamas, water bottles and makeup sets for teens; heating pads, slippers, pajamas (especially L–2X), gloves and socks for mothers; winter snowsuits, boots, mittens and hats for all ages; brand-new socks and underwear.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-226-9265

Email: vithieyah.atputharajah@costi.org

Fred Victor – Yorkland Boulevard

185 Yorkland Boulevard

Visit Fred Victor's website

Hygiene, makeup and body-care products; socks, underwear and boxers; grocery gift cards; winter clothing, hoodies and tracksuits.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-320-4351

Email: vmahenthi@fredvictor.org

City of Toronto – Toronto Plaza Shelter

1677 Wilson Avenue, M3L 1A5

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Clothing, shoes, socks, hats, gloves, hygiene products and gift cards.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-290-4754

Email: Roslyn.Bowen@toronto.ca

Agencies in Etobicoke

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

City of Toronto – 2180 Islington Shelter & Isolation Program

2180 Islington Avenue, M9P 3P1

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Winter coats, other clothing and shoes; socks, gloves and toques; hand and foot warmers; soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, menstrual products and condoms.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-467-5135

Email: jesse.hove@toronto.ca

Albion Neighbourhood Services

21 Panorama Court, Suite 14, M9V 4E3

Visit Albion Neighbourhood Services' website

Sleeping bags; winter jackets and boots for men and women; gift cards; hygiene products; snacks.

Weekdays, except Thursday. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-740-3704 ext 230

Email: richard@albionservices.ca

Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre – Rexdale

445 Rexdale Boulevard, M9W 6K5

Visit Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre's website

Hygiene and personal-care products; clothing and seasonal essentials; bedding and linens; food; household and daily-living essentials.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-889-3820

Email: kreena@conc.ca

LAMP Community Health Centre

185 Fifth Street, M8V 2Z5

Visit LAMP Community Health Centre's website

New toys only (used toys cannot be accepted); food gift cards; cash donations to purchase toys and food gift cards.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-252-6471 ext 269/239

Email: borisn@lampchc.org

The Salvation Army – Islington Seniors’ Shelter

2671–2679 Islington Avenue

Visit The Salvation Army website

Toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, slippers, socks, shampoo, combs, facecloths, hand towels and underwear.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-366-2776

Email: Jannette.Carino@salvationarmy.ca

Agencies in Scarborough

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

ACSA Community Services

4155 Sheppard Avenue East, Suite 100, M1S 1T4

Visit ACSA Community Services' website

Gift cards, hygiene products, winter accessories, socks and gloves.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-567-6912

Email: ceric@acsa.ca

City of Toronto – Birkdale Residence

1229 Ellesmere Road

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Gift cards for Walmart, FreshCo, No Frills and Shoppers Drug Mart.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 24-hour access may be arranged in advance with the shift leader. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-392-5552

Email: sunita.persaud@toronto.ca

City of Toronto – Family Residence Shelter

4222 Kingston Road

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Non-perishable food; personal hygiene products; new clothing only; toys, school supplies, culturally appropriate hygiene and self-care products, and everyday family essentials.

Open 24 hours. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-397-1392

Email: Sophia.Pottinger@toronto.ca

City of Toronto – Kingston Residence Shelter

4680 Kingston Road, M1E 2P9

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Socks, scarves, hats, gloves, toques, slippers, hygiene supplies, underwear, baby clothing, baby toys, diapers, wet wipes, school supplies, toys, books, children’s games, winter essentials, gift cards and groceries, and clothing for babies, children, youth and adults.

Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-869-9255

Email: Kereen.bennett-martin@toronto.ca

Salvation Army Scarborough Hotel Program

50 Estate Drive

Visit The Salvation Army website

New underwear, clean socks, T-shirts, sweatpants and jeans; new or gently used running shoes (sizes 8–12) and winter or steel-toe boots; coats, jackets, hoodies, toques, gloves and scarves; new toiletries.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-668-1974

Email: mark.wiseman@salvationarmy.ca

City of Toronto – Scarborough Women’s Shelter

20 Milner Business Court

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Gift cards, winter jackets and hygiene products.

Any time; please arrange a drop-off. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-472-1473

Email: tanese.doyle@toronto.ca

Warden Woods Community Centre

74 Firvalley Court, M1L 1N9

Visit Warden Woods Community Centre's website

Grocery gift cards, non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, adult incontinence supplies, warm socks, winter hats, gloves, scarves, fleece blankets and non-slip slippers.

Monday to Friday working hours. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-694-1138 ext 110

Email: frontdesk@wardenwoods.com

Warden Woods Shelter Services

4584 Kingston Road, M1E 2P4

Visit Warden Woods Shelter Services' website

New socks and gloves; new or gently used winter clothing; hygiene supplies (dental products, soap, shampoo, menstrual products, razors); school supplies (pencils, erasers, crayons, binders, notebooks and geometry sets).

Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 437-779-7052; 647-608-1679

Email: JodyS@Wardenwoods.com; BlenF@Wardenwoods.com

YouthLink – Kennedy Road

636 Kennedy Road

Visit YouthLink's website

Gift cards, toiletries and gifts for clients, and household items.

Monday to Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-425-8824; 647-515-6585

Email: natalie.comrie@youthlink.ca; akosua.atta-mensah@youthlink.ca

YouthLink – Warden Avenue

747 Warden Avenue

Visit YouthLink's website

Body wash, toothpaste, bar soap, toothbrushes, lotion, deodorant, new underwear for men and women, sweatpants, sweaters, gloves, winter jackets, hoodies, jogging suits and gift cards.

Weekdays; the site operates 24 hours and can accept donations at any time. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-427-6690; 416-476-1333

Email: denise.burnett@youthlink.ca; colleen.shannon@youthlink.ca

Agencies in York

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

City of Toronto – 731 Runnymede 

731 Runnymede Road

Visit the City's DonateTO website

Winter clothing and accessories; gift cards; tracksuits, running shoes, lip balm, toiletries and books.

Any day or time; though Tuesday daytime preferred. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-990-4631

Email: ertha.downey@toronto.ca

Cornerstone Place

616 Vaughan Road, M6C 2R5

Personal-care products.

Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-720-5160

Email: beverly.hamlet@gmail.com

FCJ Refugee Centre

208 Oakwood Avenue

Visit FCJ Refugee Centre's website

Gift cards to help the agency prepare holiday food hampers for refugee clients and families.

Weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., during the last week of November or first week of December. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-469-9754

Email: cagla@fcjrefugeecentre.org

Horizons for Youth

422 Gilbert Avenue, M6E 4X3

Visit Horizons for Youth's website

Underwear for all genders and sizes; shower shoes/flip-flops; toiletries, pajamas for all genders and sizes.

Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-781-9898 ext 27

Email: angela@horizonsforyouth.org

Progress Place – Community Place Hub

1765 Weston Road, M9N 3P7

Visit Progress Place – Community Place Hub's website

Gifts, hygiene kits and winter clothing.

Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-473-4348

Email: khaji@progressplace.org

Syme Woolner Neighbourhood and Family Centre

2468 Eglinton Avenue West, Unit 3, M6M 5E2

Visit Syme Woolner Neighbourhood and Family Centre's website

Food, baby food, clothing, baby clothing, toys, toiletries, gift cards and household items for families.

Contact for scheduling. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-766-4634; 416-767-2186

Email: thewitt@symewoolner.org

The Stop Community Food Centre

1884 Davenport Road, M6N 4Y2

Visit The Stop Community Food Centre website

Gift cards; dental supplies (toothpaste, floss, mouthwash); hygiene supplies (shampoo, soaps, petroleum jelly, lotion and conditioner); brand-new hats.

Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-410-7720

Email: neye@thestop.org

Agencies in East York

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

Kennedy House

1076 Pape Avenue, M4K 3W5

Visit Kennedy House's website

Gift cards; winter coats and boots; PlayStation 5 games; electronics, especially headphones and chargers.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. preferred; donations also accepted at other times. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-892-0697

Email: vmanyara@kennedyhouse.org

 Agencies in Downtown Toronto

Agency and address Most-needed items Donation drop-off and contact

Black CAP

550 Queen Street East, Suite 150, M5A 1V2

Visit Black CAP's website

Gift cards, toys, hygiene products, clothing and food.

Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-344-2011

Email: r.okoth@black-cap.com

Centre for Refugee Children (Christie Refugee Welcome Centre)

43 Christie Street, M6G 3B1

Visit Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre's website

Grocery gift cards; family-size toiletries; new school supplies; gift sets for men; new socks, gloves and toques; gifts for children and youth, especially ages 15–17.

Confirm before visiting. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-588-9277 ext 109

Email: estelagonzalezamaya@christiestreetrc.com

Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre – Bloor Drop-In/Food Access

848/850/854 Bloor Street West

Visit Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre's website

Toiletries; warm clothing and thermal underwear; hats, scarves and gloves; new underwear and undershirts; backpacks; insulated thermoses; coffee/fast-food and grocery gift cards.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-792-8941

Email: deborah@conc.ca

Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre – Lansdowne

973 Lansdowne Avenue, M6H 3Z5

Visit Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre's website

Weather-appropriate clothing (sweaters, jackets, hats, boots, sweatpants, socks and shoes); backpacks or messenger bags with closures; gift cards for food, clothing, toys and other necessities; thermoses; toys; hygiene products.

Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-464-8941; 416-989-6768

Email: menahilnauman@conc.ca; suzette@conc.ca

Covenant House Toronto

20 Gerrard Street East, M5B 2P3

Visit Covenant House Toronto's website

Hygiene products, socks, clothing for men and women, and underwear.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-970-2804

Email: bnakpil@covenanthouse.ca

Dixon Hall – Danforth

2714 Danforth Avenue

Visit Dixon Hall's website

Gift cards; clothing and shoes; winter gear; hygiene products.

Monday to Friday; mornings preferred. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-885-5735; 416-881-0145

Email: chris.snodgrass@dixonhall.org; laetitia.gomez@dixonhall.org

Dixon Hall – Dundas East

65 Dundas Street East

Visit Dixon Hall's website

Gift cards; clothing and shoes; toys; hygiene products for women and men; socks, gloves, pet food and pet toys.

Monday to Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-676-5663

Email: Victoria.oladutele@dixonhall.org

Eva's Initiatives

60 Brant Street

Visit Eva's Initiatives' website

Walmart gift cards, PRESTO passes and underwear.

Any day, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-953-7092

Email: ssheridan@evas.ca

Evangel Hall Mission

552 Adelaide Street West

Visit Evangel Hall Mission's website

Underwear for women and men; bar soap, deodorant, gloves, toques and hand warmers.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-504-3563 ext 240

Email: francois.sealy@evangelhall.ca

Fife House Foundation

490 Sherbourne Street

Visit Fife House Foundation's website

Grocery, Dollarama or Tim Hortons gift cards; winter coats, gloves, socks, scarves, toques and boots; new running shoes; toiletries and menstrual products; non-perishable food; furniture; clothing, linens and bedding.

Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Drop off at second-floor reception. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-795-0936; 416-205-9888 ext 222 (or 647-613-6441)

Email: Csonny@fifehouse.org; csabawi@fifehouse.org

Fred Victor Mary Sheffield House

512 Jarvis Street

Visit Fred Victor's website

Hygiene products, culturally appropriate hair-care products, hats, scarves and gloves.

Confirm times before visiting. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-880-9844

Email: mgilmore@fredvictor.org

Fred Victor – College Street

1059 College Street, M6H 1B1

Visit Fred Victor's website

Towels, sheets, belts, underwear, socks, toiletries, and Black hair-care and skin-care products.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-206-9519

Email: ehenry@fredvictor.org

Fred Victor – Princes’ Boulevard Winter Respite

195 Princes’ Boulevard

Visit Fred Victor's website

Winter clothing and shoes.

Weekdays. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-215-8784

Email: rkisekka@fredvictor.org

Fred Victor – Queen Street East

145 Queen Street East

Visit Fred Victor's website

Winter clothing, basic necessities, gift cards, TTC single rides and food gift cards.

Confirm times before visiting. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-214-2732

Email: msquibb@fredvictor.org

Fred Victor – Strachan Avenue

1A Strachan Avenue

Visit Fred Victor's website

Sweaters, T-shirts, socks, gloves, mittens, toques, jackets and blankets.

Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-475-3770

Email: Sjacob@Fredvictor.org

Fred Victor – Women’s Transition

386 Dundas Street East

Visit Fred Victor's website

Pillows; twin-size bedding sets; hats, jackets, gloves, sleepwear, sweaters and pants; makeup; shampoo, conditioner, body wash, facecloths, toothpaste, toothbrushes, bar and hand soap, lotion, laundry detergent, combs, brushes, nail clippers, backpacks and bags.

Weekday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-571-8227

Email: cbrown@fredvictor.org

Friends of Ruby Home

70 Richmond Street East, Suite 400, M5C 1N8

Visit Friends of Ruby Home's website

Gift cards for groceries, pharmacies, transit, entertainment and retail (e.g., PC grocery stores, Shoppers Drug Mart, Cineplex, Staples and Best Buy); winter jackets, boots, gloves, scarves and hats; new socks and underwear; food; toiletries and personal-care products; laundry soap.

Confirm times before visiting. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 289-830-8269; 905-304-2774; 905-304-2776

Email: jlee@friendsofruby.ca; emcduffus@friendsofruby.ca; crabie@friendsofruby.ca

Good Shepherd Ministries

412 Queen Street East

Visit Good Shepherd Ministries' website

Hoodies (M–XL), jeans (waist 32–42), running shoes and winter boots (sizes 9–12), new socks, underwear and long underwear, sweatpants (M–XL), winter gloves, lotion, deodorant, razors and shaving cream, shampoo, soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste; coffee, dollar-store and grocery gift cards.

Any day or time (24/7). Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-869-3619 ext 223

Email: adrienne@goodshepherd.ca

Haven Toronto

170 Jarvis Street, M5B 2B7

Visit Haven Toronto's website

Grocery, transit and coffee gift cards; heavy winter coats, jackets, sweaters, pants and boots; foil blankets, hand warmers and sleeping bags; new socks and underwear; travel-size toiletries, razors, soap, toothpaste and shampoo; towels.

Monday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 647-393-4803

Email: jorge@haventoronto.ca

Homes First – Shuter Street

90 Shuter Street, Suite 206

Visit Homes First's website

Gift cards (Walmart, Dollarama, grocery stores and Shoppers Drug Mart); hats, gloves, scarves, new socks and underwear; hygiene and skin-care products; slippers and other comfort items; festive treats; books, puzzles, journals, stationery and colouring supplies; new toys, games and age-appropriate children’s gifts.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-454-2494

Email: dana.hansen@homesfirst.on.ca

La Passerelle-I.D.E.

2 Carlton Street, Suite 808, M5B 1J3

Visit La Passerelle-I.D.E's. website

Food and clothing vouchers, hygiene kits for men and women, winter socks and gloves.

Monday to Saturday, mornings or afternoons. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-934-0588

Email: leonie@passerelle-ide.com

Margaret’s Housing and Community Support Services – Broadview

21 Park Rd, M4W 2N1

Visit Margaret’s website

Winter clothing and boots; adult underwear, pants and tops.

Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-463-1481 ext 108

Email: anna@margarets.ca

Margaret’s Housing and Community Support Services – Park Road

21 Park Road, M4W 2N1

Visit Margaret’s website

Winter clothing, underwear and grooming products.

Any day or time (24/7). Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-463-1481 ext 117

Email: anna@margarets.ca

Margaret’s – Winchester Street

17 Winchester Street

Visit Margaret’s website

Women’s clothing, gloves, new socks, new or gently used winter jackets and boots, hygiene products and gift cards.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-286-4298; 416-700-9101

Email: shirley@margarets.ca

Matthew House Refugee Service Toronto

981 Dundas Street West

Visit Matthew House Refugee Service Toronto's website

Personal-hygiene products, towels, twin- and double-size bed linens, pillows, incontinence products and menstrual products.

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; confirm time. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-694-9293

Email: gama@matthewhouse.ca

Maxwell Meighen Centre

135 Sherbourne Street

Visit Maxwell Meighen Centre's website

Winter gloves, toques, pajamas, slippers and household items (cutlery, cooking utensils, bowls and plates).

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-936-7313

Email: liam.cooper@salvationarmy.ca

Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence)

26 Vaughan Road, M6G 2C4

Visit Na-Me-Res' (Native Men’s Residence) website

Socks, gloves, shampoo, deodorant, shaving cream, toothbrushes, toothpaste, hairbrushes and warm clothing.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; the site operates 24 hours. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-651-6750 ext 2010 

Email: steekens@nameres.org; ndebassige@nameres.org

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto

30 College Street

Visit Native Child and Family Services of Toronto's website

Baby supplies (diapers, formula, cribs and clothing); winter clothing and warming items (hats, gloves, socks, jackets, boots, thermal layers, hand/foot warmers, weighted blankets, thermoses); hygiene products (toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, menstrual products). The agency requests that 30% of items support Afro-Indigenous peoples, including hair picks, cocoa butter and hair products for tightly curled hair.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-925-5207

Email: asaddi@nativechild.org

New Hope Leslieville – The Salvation Army

29 Leslie Street, M4M 3C3

Visit The Salvation Army's website

Gift cards; men’s winter jackets, coats, hoodies, sweatshirts and sweatpants; winter gear and accessories.

Any day or time (24/7). Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-936-7317

Email: smriti.bhattarai@salvationarmy.ca

Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre (PARC)

1499 Queen Street West

Visit Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre's (PARC) website

Winter clothing (coats, sweaters, boots); hygiene supplies (toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors); sleeping bags.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-321-8001

Email: npapadogiannis@parc.on.ca

Red Door Family Shelter

21 Carlaw Avenue

Visit Red Door Family Shelter's website

Non-perishable food; full-size toiletries; culturally appropriate hair-care products; baby wipes; diapers (sizes 4–7); gift cards.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-915-5671 ext 255

Email: mdushyanthan@reddoorshelter.ca

Romero House

1558 Bloor Street West

Visit Romero House's website

Gift cards, winter clothing and hygiene products.

Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 437-218-6711

Email: robbie@romerohouse.org

Salvation Army Gateway

107 Jarvis Street, M5C 2H4

Visit The Salvation Army's website

New socks and underwear; deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo and razors; winter coats, hats, gloves and boots; grocery and essential-personal-item gift cards.

Monday to Friday; confirm time. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-368-0324 ext 224

Email: daniela.ancona@salvationarmy.ca

Scott Mission – 502 Spadina

502 Spadina Avenue, M5S 2H1

Visit Scott Mission's website

Men’s winter coats, adult socks, winter gloves, hats, hygiene products, school supplies, and winter coats for children ages 0–12.

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-799-6216

Email: claton@scottmission.com

Sistering – A Woman’s Place

962 Bloor Street West, M6H 1L6

Visit Sistering's website

New, unopened personal-care products; menstrual and adult incontinence products; new packaged underwear (larger sizes particularly appreciated), warm socks and waterproof gloves; towels, blankets and single-bed sheets; non-perishable nut-free food, ground coffee, sugar and flour; grocery, pharmacy, dollar-store and Walmart gift cards; craft and textile supplies; unlocked, working cell phones, tablets and laptops. View Sistering’s complete wish list.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-926-9762 ext 276

Email: kbuchan@sistering.org

St. John the Compassionate Mission

155 Broadview Avenue, M4M 2E9

Visit St. John the Compassionate Mission's website

Winter jackets, boots and gloves; dry beans, rice and chickpeas; vegetable cooking oil; sleeping bags and grocery gift cards.

Tuesday to Friday, mornings. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-450-7352

Email: info@stjohnsmission.org

Street Haven

2 Carlton Street, Suite 1001, M5B 1L2

Visit Street Haven's website

New bras, underwear and socks; gently used seasonal clothing, winter coats and boots; full-size hygiene products and hair care; gently used towels; twin fitted sheets, pillowcases and pillows; menstrual products; non-perishable food; grocery, pharmacy and TTC gift cards/passes; unopened craft/activity supplies; small furniture or décor.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-771-6087

Email: kdidyk@streethaven.com

The 519

519 Church Street, M4Y 2C9

Visit The 519's website

Gift cards (Tim Hortons, McDonald’s and Dollarama); winter coats and boots; thermal underwear, sweatpants, toques, gloves, hand warmers, sleeping bags, backpacks and duffle bags.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 226-797-5731

Email: JStone@The519.org

The Neighbourhood Group – Corner Drop-In

260 Augusta Avenue

Visit The Neighbourhood Group's website

Socks, gift cards, tarps, sleeping bags, thermal underwear, boots, winter jackets, mittens, toques, scarves, hand warmers, Mylar and fleece blankets, toothbrushes and towels.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-803-4857

Email: jules.montgomery@tngcs.org

The Salvation Army – Evangeline Residence

2808 Dundas Street West, M6P 1Y5

Visit The Salvation Army's website

New winter gear (gloves, hats, scarves, socks, nightwear, slippers and jackets); new or used everyday clothing; new underwear and bras (M–XXXL); new and unopened toiletries and menstrual products; new hair-care/beauty products, including products for Black women; blankets, towels, bath accessories, notebooks, journals, pens, bags, backpacks, travel mugs, jewellery and wrapped candy/chocolate. Not accepted: scissors, manicure sets, metal nail files, candles or lighters (emery boards accepted).

Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-989-2257

Email: lubia.lisboa@salvationarmy.ca

The Scott Mission – 346 Spadina

346 Spadina Avenue

Visit The Scott Mission's website

Gift cards, winter clothing, underwear and sleeping bags.

Any time; contact the agency to arrange. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 647-385-2330; 647-303-7527

Email: Ahernandez@scottmission.com; jpicon@scottmission.com

Wagner Green YMCA

7 Vanauley Street, M5T 2V9

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Clothing for women and men, new socks, winter coats, shoes and boots, underwear, toiletries and menstrual products.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 416-630-6366

Email: Neville.evans@ymcagta.org

West Neighbourhood House

248 Ossington Avenue, M6J 3A2

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Warm winter gear for all ages (especially hand warmers, socks, gloves and jackets); grocery and clothing gift cards; hygiene products; sleeping bags and tarps; toys for children ages 0–12 and gifts for teens (board games, journals, headphones, travel mugs).

Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-206-8034

Email: meyirawi@westnh.org

City of Toronto – Women’s Residence Portfolio

674 Dundas Street West

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Christmas pajamas for women; scarves, hats, gloves, socks and winter coats.

Any day or time. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-392-5500

Email: assil.alnaser@toronto.ca

WoodGreen – Turning Point Youth Services Shelter

95 Wellesley Street East

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Men’s boxer shorts, gift cards, winter gloves and hats, and hygiene products.

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; other times may be possible. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-526-3284

Email: jcreamer@woodgreen.org

YWCA Toronto – Davenport Shelter

348 Davenport Road

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Gift cards, clothing, hygiene supplies, winter items and art supplies.

Monday to Saturday, before 7 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance.

Phone: 416-433-9474

Email: mfurlano@ywcatoronto.org

YWCA Toronto – Elm Street

87 Elm Street, M5G 0A8

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Winter items (hats, scarves, mittens, socks, jackets, boots); new clothing for adults, children and babies; diapers; toys; hygiene products (shampoo, body wash, dental supplies) and menstrual products.

Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please arrange drop-off in advance. 

Phone: 437-446-7662

Email: jjeyaseelan@ywcatoronto.org

 

Date modified: November 10, 2026