2020 Holiday Drive for Vancouver

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 Local Coordinator in Vancouver, Loreen Catubay at:  vancouver@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Vancouver

83%

Poverty and the high cost of housing rank as the leading causes of homelessness in one study in Vancouver.

70%

7 out of 10 youth experiencing homelessness report witnessing family violence.

33%

Aboriginal people continue to be over-represented. Currently they make up one-third of the region's homeless population despite comprising only 2% of the general population. 

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Ann Davis Transition Society
Atira Women's Resource Society
The Bloom Group - Powell Place Women's Shelter
Chimo Community Services (Nova House)
Dixon Transition Society
The Downtown Eastside Women's Centre
Elizabeth Fry Society, Legacy Manor
First United Church
Food For Life @ Church on Five​
Helping Spirit Lodge Society
Lookout Housing and Health Society
Mercy Canada
North Shore Crisis Services Society​​
North Shore Women's Centre​
Pathways
SARA for Women Society​
Surrey Women's Centre Society
Turning Point Recovery Society
Turning Point Recovery Society - OARS Program
Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre
Vancouver Coastal Health 
Vivian Transitional Housing for Women
YWCA Metro Vancouver
The Vivian @ Raincity Housing
Wateri, Counselling Support and Services Society

Vancouver Local Coordinators

LOREEN CATUBAY

ABOUT ME!
​I am a social justice advocate first and attempt to be an outdoorsman second. Born and raised in the seaside of Hong Kong, only a day in the sun and sea can eclipse my love of creating opportunities to bridge communities through informed and meaningful engagement; in hopes that all can harness their potential to learn, discover, and live more fruitful lives with knowledge, independence, and dignity.
I learned about the importance of sustainable community development and access to resources during my experiences volunteering and working in multiple not-for-profits, advocacy and legal clinics, while studying International Studies at Seattle University. While living in the concrete jungle of Vancouver,  I worked for the Canadian Cancer Society supporting their fundraising operations and ensured no one’s birthday was ever forgotten! 

TERRI GIBSON 

ABOUT ME! 
​I am a wife, mother, and pharmacist currently living in the community of Maple Ridge. Born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, education and career changes gave my family and I the opportunity to live in six beautiful Canadian cities over the past ten years, with British Columbia’s coast being our favorite of all.  My volunteer and fundraising history spans more than a decade, from painting custom window murals for care homes during the holidays, to designing luxurious Christmas tree displays for the Saskatoon Festival of Trees, to helping coordinate large-scale fundraising benefits. I strongly believe in transforming passion for a cause into action, to ‘not just talk but do,’ and to use the skills, talents, and resources available to us to make the world a better place. I am delighted to be serving The Shoebox Project and being part of the cause of empowering women to persevere with grace and dignity, even through
​the most difficult of times.

KIM WEDLAKE

ABOUT ME!
I was born and raised in South-West France, thanks to my Welsh mother I was lucky enough to grow-up in a mix of cultures & languages and in a home promoting acceptance and support. Calling Vancouver home after five years living in the UK, I was given the opportunity to volunteer with several wonderful not-for-profit organizations and strengthen my commitment to community building and women’s empowerment.  I am very proud to have now joined The Shoebox Project team to encourage and promote the positive impact of a stranger’s gift.
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“We rise by lifting others”. R.Ingersoll "
IN THE NEWS!

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

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!