2020 Holiday Drive for Nanaimo & Area

​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 nanaimo@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Nanaimo

20+

Nanaimo RCMP estimate more than 20 homeless encampments exist throughout the city at any one time.

55%

55% of tenants in Nanaimo spend more than 30% of their income on rent, while 2,855 households are reported to be spending more than 50% of their income on shelter in 2008.

36%

In a 2008 survey, 36% of Nanaimo's homeless population self-identified as Aboriginal.

Nanaimo Local Coordinators

Trish Scoular

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Nanaimo Women's Resource Center
Haven Society
Samaritan House (Island Crisis Care Society)
Somenos House
Island Women Against Violence
IWAV Community Outreach
IWAV Saltspring Second Stage Housing
IWAV Transition House
Cowichan Women's Emergency Shelter
Cowichan Homeless Outreach
Mary's Place
Martha's Place

In the News
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Nov. 6, 2018
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Oct. 31, 2016

Thank you to our supporter!

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!