​Thank You for your support!

Thank you to everyone who supported our Virtual Shoebox Drive in 2020! We are so grateful that we were able to provide gifts to local women impacted by homelessness during this particularly difficult time.

The drive is now over until next holiday season, but you can support our efforts all year long! 

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

Homelessness in Eastern Nova Scotia

47.41%

According to the 2018 Cape Breton Regional Municipality PiT Count, 47.41% of the homeless surveyed were women who said they didn't have a place to stay that night

41%

41% of the homeless population in Sydney, NS report being homeless for more than 6 Months

31.5%

2018 PiT Survey indicated 31.5% of homeless were women seeking VAW emergency shelter

Eastern Nova Scotia 
(Cape Breton/Glace Bay/Sydney)

​Local Coordinator

Kelsey MacLeod
Hey! My name is Kelsey and I’m the local coordinator for Cape Breton & Eastern NS! I am a mental health social worker, working mostly with youth, and I absolutely love my job. In my spare time I can be found hanging out with my friends and family, reading a good book, planning my next trip, or watching sports (go Raps go). I am like a little kid during the holiday season, but I know how hard it can be on folks. I can’t wait to provide support to people in my community & to get started with the Shoebox Project! 

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Coming soon

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!