2019 Holiday Drive
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1,160In 2014, it's estimated that 1,160 people were experiencing hidden homelessness in Kamloops.
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63%In one 2014 survey, 63% of those experiencing homelessness in Kamloops said they can't find an affordable place to live.
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23%The Centre for Applied Research in Mental Health and Addiction estimated that a 23% of Aboriginal people in B.C. are absolutely homeless, and another 41% are at-risk of homelessness
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Kamloops Local ChapterIt began 4 years when one of the volunteers found some empty shoeboxes in her closet and came across The Shoebox Project website. Without thinking twice she signed up to start the local drive in Kamloops. An overwhelming response led to 3 successful years to make local women in need feel special during the Season of Giving made possible by a generous community.
Let's do this again together! Have fun creating and giving back at the same time. The Kamloops Shoebox Project Volunteer Team |
Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:Ask Wellness Society Merritt |
In the News
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Make a Shoebox
Each Shoebox is special and made unique with your personal touch. It's fun and rewarding and every Shoebox helps a woman experiencing homelessness remember that she is loved and valuable.
Become an Organizer
Making a Shoebox is a great activity to do with your friends, family, coworkers, or any other group of people in your life! Host a party and do something good. Every Shoebox counts!
Corporate Donations
Items or in-kind donations are gladly accepted and will be used to fill even more Shoeboxes. If your company would like to donate, please contact us.
Spread the Word
We need help to spread the word in your community. Please consider giving us a shout out or sharing what you're doing on social media. It really helps!
