The Shoebox Project for Shelters - Canada
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  • Home
  • About
    • Who We Are
    • Our Impact
    • Sponsors
    • FAQs
    • Contact Us
  • Create a Virtual Shoebox
  • Volunteer
    • Start a Local Chapter
    • Students
  • Ways to give
    • Donate Funds
    • Corporate Partnership
    • Donate In-Kind
    • Host an Event
  • Locations

ABOUT US


The Shoebox Project for Women, supported by Dream, collects and distributes gift-filled Shoeboxes to women impacted by homelessness in communities across Canada and the US.  Each thoughtfully created and decorated Shoebox is filled with items valued at $50 that can enhance self-esteem and reduce feelings of isolation for women in need.

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In our founding year, 2011, we delivered 400 Shoeboxes to residents of four Toronto women's shelters. Through word of mouth and the support of some loyal sponsors, the initiative grew very quickly. Since then, The Shoebox Project has distributed approximately 245,000 Shoeboxes, valued at over 12 million dollars, and has about 70 volunteer-run Local Chapters in operation globally.
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​Gifts from The Shoebox Project are valued at approximately $50 and include high quality items that would help make any woman feel beautiful, confident and special. Visit Make A Shoebox to learn more!
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COVID-19 Update:
Different Gifts, Same Mission

In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to keep our volunteers & communities healthy and safe, we have made the difficult but necessary decision to go ‘virtual’ this holiday season. We will not be collecting Shoeboxes this year, but supporters will still have the opportunity to give a special gift and thoughtful message directly to a local woman in their community. ​
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