2020 Holiday Drive for Muskoka

​Support our #VirtualShoebox Campaign!


Unfortunately, to protect the health and safety of our communities, we will not be collecting Shoeboxes this year.

We are still working hard to make sure no woman living in a shelter feels forgotten or alone this holiday season. ​But we can't do it alone!

Here's how you can help:
100% of your donation will go toward purchasing gift cards and essentials for local women impacted by homelessness.
Questions? Email our team at muskoka@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Muskoka

21%

In 2010, 21% of women living on the streets in Simcoe County reported being sexually assaulted or raped.

25%

About one in four Muskoka tenants pays more than 50% of their family income on rent. There are about 650 households on the waiting list for social housing. 

30%

About 30% of people in government-supported housing require additional support services, and that number continues to increase.

Muskoka Local Coordinators
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Sarah & Jennifer Stevenson

Sarah & Jennifer Stevenson
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The Shoebox Project was brought to Muskoka in 2015, and continues to grow every year with the generous support of many volunteers and caring, giving community members.
We are excited to take on the upcoming 2020 season as Local Coordinators to facilitate this important initiative in the Muskoka region. 
We are both looking forward to connecting with local businesses, agencies and community members to make the 'Virtual Shoebox' year a huge success! 
We are focused on participating in the community supporting marginalized women who are homeless, and living in poverty. We hope to recruit past volunteers and new support from those that share the common interest of making a difference in the lives of homeless women in our community.​
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Check out the Muskoka Facebook Page or email us at muskoka@shoeboxproject.com to get involved!

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Christine's Place, Dotte
District of Muskoka
Dorset Health Hub
Lake of Bays Winter Pantry
Manna Food Bank
Muskoka Parry Sound Sexual Assault Services
Muskoka Victims Services
Port Severn / Geogian Bay Food Bank
Salvation Army
Salvation Army, Bracebridge & Gravenhurst
Table Soup Kitchen
Wahta Mohawk Health and Social Services
West Muskoka Food Bank
Winter Pantry Dwight
Women's Advocacy
Women's Resource Centre
YWCA​

Fun Shoebox Resources

Our Past Work

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!