There is an enormous need for NEW SOCKS across charities and shelters in Canada. People think about donating many other items of clothing but often forget about the almighty pair of socks! Socks are vital to keep feet dry, warm and free from disease.

Our Mission

Socks for Hope is a volunteer community that comes together every December to help others. Our Mission is to support vulnerable people that are experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton. We collaborate with family & friends, local businesses, organizations, schools, churches, fire and police stations, to gather socks for key organizations that distribute directly to thousands of individuals in need.

Key Dates of the 2025 Campaign

This year we are going back to our roots and providing a ‘full-service’ experience. Sock Boxes will be delivered to your home or office the week of November 17-21st. Socks for Hope collection campaign runs from December 1-18th, 2025. We will be coordinating pick up of all socks for the week of Jan 5-9th, 2026. Distribution of socks takes place January 16th-23d.

If you are interested in hosting a Socks Box this year, please complete this form.

From December 1st thru December 18th, you can donate a pair of socks to Sock Ambassadors throughout Halton and Hamilton, or host a collection of your own. We will post a Drop Off map the first week of December, showing all of the socks drop off locations.

Resources & Other Good Things

Please don't forget to review our "MORE" section with so many interesting segments of Socks For Hope, from Student Involvement, Sponsors to Resources. Included is a page to pass along to friends who may be unhoused, struggling to make ends meet, or needing additional supports - Here it is: please click here to see available Resources in the Burlington areas.

We are a Nonprofit Initiative

Socks for Hope is a nonprofit initiative. Everything is donated and deliveries are made by volunteers. Our main sponsor is Beverly Caulking, who passionately helps cover costs including Socks Boxes, logistics, promotion and many helpful hands on deck!

Thanks to our giving community, we enjoy a growing momentum every year! We are grateful for all of your support.💛