When people think of giving to a women’s shelter, they often picture cheques, fundraisers, or one-time donations. There’s a kind of gift that’s quieter, more tactile, and deeply human: Gifts-in-kind (aka, the clothes, supplies, and everyday essentials that fill our donation room, and hearts, with care). Let’s be clear: this isn’t “extra.” This is survival.…

At North York Women’s Shelter, the giving season is never just about money. It’s about messages of belief, of support, and of solidarity. And this year, the support of the community left us speechless. Yes, we tracked every dollar. But we also felt every intention. The impact behind a charitable donation has lasting results. For…