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Socks for Hope supports social service organizations that help people experiencing hardship and homelessness. We provide socks for warmth, comfort, health and healing. Socks are one of the most valued but least donated items in shelters across Ontario. THE ORGANIZATIONS WE SERVE Compassion Society of Halton "There are over 12,000 families living on or below the poverty line in Halton. We are currently serving about 800 or more of these families with food, clothing, basic necessities and referrals to other supports in the community. We are here to help clients with resources and support to get them through these difficult times. Socks and underwear are very expensive but a basic need and hardly ever donated new. Everyone needs socks in the winter to keep warm and dry. What about children whose families cannot afford new socks? The Compassion Society adds the socks we collect to their various family programs. Perhaps the ones they have are holey, or perhaps no socks all - leading to the risk of getting blisters, sore feet or infections. We all know how comforting a new pair of socks can be. This is one of the least donated items and one of the simplest gifts to give." The Compassion Society is open 2 afternoons & 1 evening every week and only closed on recognized holidays. We serve between 60-85 families every day that we are open for food, hygiene items and clothing assistance. We are not government or United Way funded and the community donations keep our doors open. We would love you to review our website to find out more. We have expanded our reach in 2026. Updated list of Organizations COMING SOON! Men's Street Ministry Meet Chaplain Roger Boyd, founder of Men’s Street Ministry in Hamilton. Roger shared a little bit of what Men’s Street Ministry does: "We serve the Hamilton & Brantford communities, providing food & clothing to people experiencin g homelessness, living in shelters, group homes and subsidized housing." . Roger's note "I can't thank your organization enough for providing us with 5,000 pairs of socks. We provide 750-1000 lunch bags per week. In each bag we add a pair of brand-new socks over winter months." Soc ks are such an important item to those who are exposed the elements. They keep feet warm and dry and free from disease. The average person we serve wears their socks all day every day and they don’t have the means to launder them, making them disposable. Therefore, they often require 2 or 3 pairs of socks per weeks in the winter. Roger Boyd delivering socks in Hamilton The Angel Project Canada We are honoured to support The Angel Project and Lisette Kingo with Socks for Hope. The Angel Project serves patients in long-term complex care wards in hospitals throughout SW Ontario. Some of our patients have spent many years inside a hospital, and many of them have been abandoned by family and friends. Hygiene items and comfort items such as socks are often brought in by family and friends which means that our patients will go without. Spending years in a hospital, being sick and confined is bad enough, but being cold and uncomfortable makes things even worse. From Lisette, "Having a pair of warm cozy socks that are your own in that Lisette Kingo sharing love from The Angel Project setting is very special. It may not sound like much, but if you’re in a bed, in a room with four beds, and you are the only one that does not have visitors, it is very easy for others to see that you are the “forgotten one." Having your own socks shows that somebody cared for you, and in addition, they keep you warm! Many of the people who are released from the hospital leave with nothing. We send them with a small hygiene kit including a pair of socks. Socks are a symbol of warmth and caring and it is a reminder that they are not alone." Wellington Square United Church Wellington Square United Church has become a large support for hundreds in the Burlington community and beyond. Here is a note from Lisa Lunski, Director of Community Food Programs, telling us where our socks are distributed: "We have about 150-200 guests that visit each week in need of meal support. In addition, we provide emergency meal deliveries for about 40 individuals weekly, twice a week to Bonnies Place, and more emergency deliveries to local motels. We are also the sole provider of food for the Family and Women’s shelter in Burlington that usually houses between 35 and 65 people; socks go to folks staying in the inpatient at Joesph Brant Hospital; socks go to the Farmworker Hub, which is a volunteer-driven initiative supporting 200 migrant agricultural workers in Niagara." David Vandenberg (right) for Wellington Square Church with Socks for Hope, Kenra Marchand (left) Have you or a loved one been touched by breast cancer? Barb Daize, founder of the Camisole Project, wants you to know you are not alone. We are honoured to support the Camisole Project with “cozy socks” as you will find they are needed to provide warmth and support in the story that follows. The Camisole Project is a not for profit organization that helps friends facing a breast cancer diagnosis and surgery with a very special care kit to provide comfort along the way. The "Because We Care" package includes a post-surgical camisole that will make the days following surgery so much more comfortable, a heart shaped pillow for under your arm, a journal and pen, baby wipes, a pairof cozy so cks, a pack of Kleenex and last but not least, hand cream, and a toothbrush and toothpaste. This generous "Because We Care" package is complementary and available to any woman who is having Breast Cancer Surgery at local hospitals including but not limited to Burlington, Oakville , Milton, Hamilton, Mississauga, and Niagara. The Camisole Project The Camisole Project, Barb Daize (right) counting socks with Socks for Hope, Sara Rams (left) Open Doors Open Doors is an organization that has been providing wrap-around services to our community for over 20 years. Every day, Open Doors brings warmth, dignity, and stability through its twice weekly hot meal programs, ensuring that no one goes hungry and everyone has a place to feel welcomed and cared for. Their dedicated community market services provide essential groceries to households in need, empowering families to keep moving forward during challenging times. And through their free clothing store, Open Doors restores confidence and comfort by offering quality clothing to anyone who needs it—at no charge. Together, these services create a powerful network of compassion, meeting immediate needs while building hope for a brighter tomorrow. Open Doors, dedicated community market services provide essential groceries to households in need.

ocks for Hope wants to provide students with leadership opportunities to help others. Let's give them an opportunity to learn about the vulnerable people in their communities, at their schools and in their neighbourhoods. They may have friends in need of support they never knew were struggling. STUDENTS AT SFH Socks for Hope wants to provide students with leadership opportunities to help others. Let's give them an opportunity to learn about the vulnerable people in their communities, at their schools and in their neighbourhoods. They may have friends in need of support that they never knew were struggling. Let's gently encourage students to learn about people experiencing homelessness and hardship in a compassionate and uplifting environment. Let's also reflect back to them how much their efforts are valued, and how good it feels to make a difference. Various schools and teams collecting socks Every year, we are fortunate to have new schools reaching out to join us. Here are a few mentions: Mohawk College, St. John Paul II Catholic Elementary School in Hamilton, Pilgram Wood, WH Morden, West Oak Public, Maplehurst Public, Lakeshore Public School, Central Public School and Central High in Burlington. Not to forget HCSB and HDSB, we are so appreciative of your support. Student teams: Milton Magic Soccer, Scooby Soccer, Burlington Bayhawks, Burlington Barracudas, Force Soccer. See our Community Page for the full listing. Central Elementary, Burlington In the past, we've had teachers like Sher Masters, working with her students to learn more about need in our community. Sher's leadership team met with Compassion Society of Halton and did a class project, having the executive director in f or a v isit and lea rn. Thes e students also made thoughtful signs to support Socks for Hope! Central High School, Burlington Teacher, Robert Radway, has spent many years encouraging students to lend a hand and learn about Socks for Hope. His grade 10 student, Owen Stod ulka, partnered with university student, Amy Wallace, and together they created this Website. In 2024, the website was updated by grade 12 student, Linus Belanger. Grateful! Pres, another keen grade 10 student, created a j ournalism project to get to know "a day in the life" for an individual facing adversity. Students running their own socks colle ctions Brothers, Gavin and Keaton Sherwood-Jones, collected socks from their schoolmates, hockey team and their local paper route for four years! Thank you, boys, for your contributions and demonstration of student leadership! Supporting student entrepreneurs Student, Claire Hurley, made stunning sock cookies for our launch in 2022! Check out @clairescookiess !! Our Youngest Volunteers

Socks for Hope is a volunteer group that collects socks for people experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton, Ontario. 2026, Here We Come! Help us collect 30,000 pairs of Socks by December 18! 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. Sign Up for Socks Our Mission Socks for Hope is a volunteer community 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. Join our Socks Campaign! Everyone from students to seniors can run a sock collection! Please fill out the Sign-Up form above or on the How To Give page, & let's get you started! 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. Now - November 10, 2026: Sign Up for a Sock Box November 16-20, 2026: Sock Boxes delivered by Beverly Caulking December 1, 2026: Sock Collection Kick-Off! Jan 4-8th, 2027: Drop off your Socks at our HQ, Beverly Caulking (Foyer), 3472 Landmark Rd., Burlington January 18-19, 2027: The BIG COUNT & GIFT: Bag, Tag & Distribute Socks at Wellington Square United Church, Burlington. 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. 💛

Help people experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton. Find out where and when you can donate socks for people in need. Socks are one of the most valued but leasted donated items in shelters across Ontario. Socks Box Drop Offs November We will deliver your Socks Boxes directly to you if you have signed up (form found on the "How to Give" page). Sock Box deliveries will take place November 16-20th. Delivery times are based on our Beverly Caulking Staff availability. Sock Boxes are based on availability. Sign Up today! EVENT SCHEDULE 2026 December 1 thru December 18: Collections! Enjoy collecting socks from friends, family, co ll e a gues and community! If you need help with promotion, please enjoy our posters provided with Sock Boxes, collaborate with us on your social media, reach out to us for more ideas! SFH HQ accepting Sock Drop offs through December For anyone who wants to donate socks, or if you are Socks Ambassador, and have a challenge holding on to your socks until the New Year, you can drop off your sock donations and box until December 18 at Beverly Caulking / FOYER / 3472 Landmark Road/ 8:00am-4:30pm weekdays. There will be a sign in sheet to record your details and leave your crate and thoughtful donation! Official Sock Donation Drop Offs for Socks Ambassadors: January 4-8, 2027 Please drop off your amazing sock donations & sock boxes at our HQ, Beverly Caulking FOYER, 8:00am-4:30pm. If you require pick up, Beverly Caulking will be providing a "last call" pick up route to pick up your socks. We will send out a reminder in early January with details! January 18-19, 2027: The Big Count & Gift Event Wellington Square United Church, Burlington We look forward to a festive 2 Day Community Finale for Socks for Hope! Monday January 18th 9am-4pm: Sorting, Bagging, Tagging 30,000 pairs of Socks! Tuesday, January 19th 9am-4pm: Gifting Socks to over 10 different Organizations that come directly to us for pick up! Join in on the fun for this comunity gathering! Email us for more info at socksforhope@gmail.com Thank you for joining us!

Do you want to help others experiencing homelessness and hardship in the Hamilton and Halton area? Check out Socks for Hope and learn how you can donate a pair of socks. Host a Socks Box Sign Up Become a Socks Ambassador for 2026 and sign up for a Sock Box to collect at your business or home. Click on the Sign Up button - Let's get you started! We have 170 Sock Boxes to share. Reserve one of ours or make one of your own! First come, first served. Families have fun wrapping up a homemade sock box with wrapping paper & markers! Your collection campaign is easy - spread the word and have co-workers, friends & family fill your crate with clean new socks! HOW TO GIVE Donate socks at locations near you - Check back here on December 1st! Have some NEW socks to share? Drop them off with a Socks Ambassador in your area. We will have an updated list of all collectors the week of December 1, 2026. The Drop Off Locations for 2026 will be updated on our Google Map the first week of December. Stay Tuned for Drop Off Locations Hamilton Burlington Drop off NEW socks directly to our HQ at Beverly Caulking at 3472 Landmark Rd, in the FOYER: Weekdays 8am-4:30 pm thru Dec. 18 , resuming Jan 4-8, 2027. Find our Amazon Wish List with various socks to choose from. You can choose delivery directly to us! Amazon sock suggestion link: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/1S2788MZEW37D?ref_=wl_share Drop off at Socks for Hope HQ now

Help people experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton. Find out where and when you can donate socks for people in need. Socks are one of the most valued but leasted donated items in shelters across Ontario. Click the following link for an extensive list of supports you can access for yourself or pass along to friends in need in Burlington. Where to get help in Burlington RESOURCES

SFH Headquarters & Sponsors Beverly Caulking Beverly Caulking is an integral part of Socks for Hope. Operating as our HQ, Beverly is our platform for logistics, storage and "all hands on deck." Our friends and family at Beverly support the cost of all of the behind the scenes magic. Beverly Staff facilitate drop offs, pick ups, packing, counting and storage. Having Beverly as a partner makes it look easy; helping us manage this giving machine seamlessly. Thank you to Scott Wallace, CEO, Ruth Roppel, Michelle Cook, Enzo Delry & Max Rams, and to the entire team for being the heart and soul behind our SFH Head Quarter's. 💙 What's Next Development We are thrilled to have What's Next Development join our behind the scenes support team. Andrew Marchand, managing partner of What's Next, has been a Socks for Hope contributor for years. This year he is graciously investing his time and energy into logistics and further bringing Melissa Morgoch into a key role at Socks for Hope - Social Media. Both providing the extra hands and brains to keep connected us moving and connecting with our community. Capture Studio In the early stages of Socks for Hope 2002, we reached out to Capture Studio for their help adapting our brand to support our roots to Burlington Taxi. Known for their big hearts and helping hands, Capture went above an beyond, making sure we had exactly what we needed in our expression - from logos and posters to digital media. Thank you Joel Reynolds @capturestudio and team for taking the time to make something beautiful. 💛 More Sponsors There are many behind the scenes partners that go out of their way to help our cause: Aldershot Business Association, Burlington Downtown Business Association, Dee-Signs (Signage), Workflow Innovation (Posters). We are incredibly fortunate to have your friendship. Thank you 💛

Socks for Hope collects socks for individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship in the Hamilton and Halton areas. OUR STORY The story began at Burlington Taxi, over the very cold winter months in 2014. Dispatcher, Sissy Matthews, encouraged staff to support Your Little Bit of Help - an initiative that her daughter, Angie Richardson, created to gift people experiencing homelessness on Christmas morning. In support, Burlington Taxi collected SOCKS from customers in their taxis, making it festive and easy for customers to donate. The idea of keeping people's feet warm and dry resonated with staff, drivers and community. And the critical element: socks were one of the most valued articles of clothing but least donated items at shelters. Behind the scenes, Kendra Marchand and Sara Rams ran the Socks Initiative at Burlington Taxi. Their mission evolved into its own community program in 2018, called “Socks for Hope (SFH).” SFH continued Your Little Bit of Help's tradition to support vulnerable communities at Christmastime. The community of givers grew, from drivers collecting in their taxis to account customers, to businesses and organizations. Burlington Taxi ran this campaign until it closed in 2021. To date, SFH still pays homage to its roots, celebrating taxi colours, yellow and black, and cherishing SFH history with gratitude to Burlington Taxi. 💛 Sara & Kendra continue to grow Socks for Hope thanks to the support of a passionate and growing community of over 100 contributors. With special thanks to corporate sponsor and family connection - Beverly Caulking – that covers all expenses including Socks Boxes, promotion, storage, logistics and many hands on deck! A community organization with gratitude for so many. Every contributor involved in Socks for Hope over the years has been instrumental in helping develop this grass roots program. Socks would not be here without you! We hope you share the pride in what we accomplish, year after year, TOGETHER! Please check out our website menu to see who SFH distributes to (Organizations), SFH collectors over the years (Community), and our annual socks collection totals ( under "More"). 💛

Get to know Socks for Hope and why we collect socks for individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton. Socks are one of the most valued but least donated items at shelters across Ontario. Email: socksforhope@gmail.com Phone number: 905-220-2233 Address: 3472 Landmark Rd, 2d Floor, Burlington, ON Visit us on: CONTACT US to help friends experiencing homelessness & hardship.

How did Socks for Hope help individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship in 2021? Let's take a look at our sock distribution to various social service organizations in Hamilton and Halton. Annual Sock Collection Totals 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021

Socks for Hope is a collaboration of local businesses, organizations, schools, churches, fire stations and police stations that come together to collect SOCKS for people experiencing homelessness and hardship. Aimee Tan Ajay & Mamta Rosha Aldershot Foot Clinic Aldershot Village BIA Allison Fulton Beta Sigma Phi Beverly Caulking BodyMed Boutique Bozek Milligan Orthodontics Bridgewater Private Residences Britton Orthodontics Burlington Barracudas U22 female hockey Burlington Central High School Burlington Dance Academy Preschool Burlington Hydro Inc. Burlington Sports Therapy Catherine Hofman Central High School Charles R Beaudoin Public School Chartwell Martha's Landing Cherry's Chisholm Academy Chris Hadfield Public School CIBC Wood Gundy Cindy Hung City of Burlington Code Ninjas Burlington Corbett Family Chiropractic Data Communications Management DataStealth Define Hair Design Dollar Tree Donut Monster Drama Queens Ductowire Canada Elaine Hemingway Expert Wildlife removal and pest control ink F45 Burlington Downtown and F45 Alton Village F45 Consumers Rd FELLFAB Limited Ford Oakville Assembly Greg's Plumbing & Heating Halton Catholic District School Board- Special Education Halton McMaster Family Health Centre Halton Region Paramedic Services Halton Region Social & Community Services Halton Regional Police Service Hamilton Wentworth Designated Early Childhood Educators Headon Chiropractic and Wellness Centre Healthpro Canada J&G Meats Jennifer Conlan Jessica Velji Real Estate Judy Stewart Kate Dunn Kelly Mitchell Kim Marshall Kinetic Physiotherapy Knowles & Associates Massage Therapy Clinic Laurie Penny Live To Dance Performance Complex Margaret Vauthier Marmon Industry & Water MDM Insurance Services Inc. MegsOctopusGarden Mezzmerize Medical Aesthetics Michelle Mans Realtor with Royal Le Page State Realty Milton Magic FC Mindful Interiors Vasil Family Burlington Amature Softball Association Nabeta Dentistry NFP Commerical Insurance Oakville Foot Clnic and Orthotics Centre One Family Dental Ontario Clean Water Agency Pearl and Pine Retirement Residence Pets N Groom Radix Gym Rajsimman Ravi Ralph Trodd Richard Jones Right at Home Halton/Niagara Rotary Club Burlington Central Rudolph in Aldershot Shannon LaDuca Sissy Matthews Son of a Peach Pizzeria SSE90 2010 Boys Soccer Team St. Luke's Church St. Matthews Anglican Church Suds Laundry TFH Canada Special Needs The Side Hustle Events The Sunshine Doughnut Co. Thrive Massage Therapy and Wellness Trillium Health Partners - The Credit Valley Hospital - Inpt Pharmacy W.H. Morden Public School Waterdown Foot Clinic Waters Edge Salon What’s Next Development Wolseley Cnd Workflow Innovation XPO Your Saving Graze OUR COMMUNITY OF GIVERS Thank you to our 2025 Sock for Hope Hosts. Socks for Hope is a volunteer community that comes together to help others. Our mission is to support vulnerable friends experiencing homelessness and hardship in Hamilton and Halton. We collaborate with local businesses, organizations, schools, churches, fire stations and police stations to collect socks for friends in need.