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 2026 Campaign​

From December 1st thru December 18th, you can drop off a pair of socks at one of our Collectors throughout Halton and Hamilton, or consider running 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. 

 

• If you choose to run a collection of your own, Sock Boxes will be delivered to your home/office the week of November 17-21st.

• Socks for Hope collection campaign runs from December 1-18th, 2026. 

• You will have the opportunity to drop off your sock collection Jan 5-9th, 2027.

• The BIG COUNT & Distribution to Organizations will take place January 18-19, 2027, at Wellington Square United Church in Burlington. Thank you to our friends at WSUC for generously offering your incredible space for this special 2 Day event.

• Information will be updated on this website in September. Stay Tuned! ​

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Resources & Other Good Things

Please check out 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. 

 

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.💛