2020 Holiday Drive for Saskatoon

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.
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​Questions? Email our team at saskatoon@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Saskatoon

45%

In a 2015 survey, 45% of those experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon identified as Aboriginal.

50%

50% of those experiencing homelessness in Saskatoon report lack of affordable housing as a significant barrier. 

38%

38% of those participating in the survey reported experiencing violence while living outside.

Saskatoon Local Coordinator

Jessica Hughes

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Battlefords Interval House (North Battleford)
Bethany Home & Mumford House (Saskatoon)
Interval House (Saskatoon)
Northeast Outreach and Support Services (Melfort)
Safe Shelter for Women (Prince Albert)
Shelwin House (Yorkton)
The Lighthouse (Saskatoon)
YWCA (Prince Albert)
YWCA (Saskatoon)

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!