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The Children's Initiative

Toy drives, school supplies and mentorship that help young people reach their potential.

Why it matters

The Children’s Initiative supports and empowers the next generation through toy drives, educational support and community-based programs.

We provide resources, mentorship and opportunities to children and families in need, whether that means distributing toys to kids spending the holidays in hospital, delivering school supplies, or offering guidance that helps a young person believe in what’s possible.

What we do

Support that meets people where they are

Toy drives

Seasonal drives that bring comfort and joy to children in hospital and families facing hardship, including our Christmas and spring toy drives.

Educational support

School supplies and learning resources so every child can start the year ready to learn.

Community programs

Mentorship and community-based programming that nurtures growth, confidence and belonging.

In action

Moments from the work

  • December 2025 · Project Hope Toy Drive with Toronto Police Service
  • April 2025 · Spring Toy Drive with Children's Health Foundation
  • November 13, 2024 · Christmas Toy Drive
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day
Ontario Hopes volunteers at a community build day

Every kit starts with someone like you.

Give once, give monthly, or give your time. However you show up, you help someone in Ontario get through a hard day with dignity.