Red Door Family Shelter

Red Door Family Shelter Toronto’s largest family shelter – Ending family homelessness, one family at a time.

The Red Door Family Shelter provides safe and supportive emergency housing to individuals and families in need of refuge from domestic violence and to those who find themselves without accommodation.

1 in 3 children in Canada are at risk of going to school on an empty stomach. 1 in 20 children do not eat lunch on a typ...
09/12/2026

1 in 3 children in Canada are at risk of going to school on an empty stomach. 1 in 20 children do not eat lunch on a typical school day.

At Red Door Family Shelter, 60% of our residents are children. Each one of them needs a healthy school lunch to help fuel their learning power. That's $32,000 in lunches every school year.

Help us raise $32K in 32 days ...

🥪 For $18.75, you can provide school lunches to a child for a week.
🍱 For $75, you can give them lunch for a month.
🙂 For $700, you can supply lunch for an entire school year.

“When you love someone, you make sure that they are well fed. I remember the food at Red Door was delicious.” –Former Resident

When a child has a healthy, tasty meal, they’ll smile. When you know that you’ve made a difference, you’ll smile too. Yes, money can buy happiness.

Donate now ➤ www.givehappiness.ca

Red Door – Toronto’s largest family shelter

"We believe that when people move together, they grow together. Let’s build community—one step, one smile, and one dance...
09/11/2026

"We believe that when people move together, they grow together. Let’s build community—one step, one smile, and one dance at a time!" –Sass & Spurs

Thank you, SASS & SPURS, for continuing to support women, children, and families at Red Door through your line dancing fundraisers — and for bringing your community together for your Friday, September 18 event, which is officially sold out.

The kindness of everyone you’ve brought together through dance is helping create the time, space, and support families need to heal, rebuild, and find lasting safety and stability.

Give help. Get help. ➤ www.reddoorshelter.ca

Red Door – Toronto’s largest family shelter

Diapers are one of the most requested — and least donated — items needed by families with young children. They are expen...
09/11/2026

Diapers are one of the most requested — and least donated — items needed by families with young children. They are expensive and essential.

Host a diaper drive — help keep babies safe, clean, and comfortable — and make a meaningful difference.

Bring your workplace, school, club, or community together and help ensure parents don't have to make impossible choices between buying diapers or putting food on the table.

Whether it's a one-day challenge, a week-long campaign, or an ongoing collection, every package of diapers helps families care for their babies with dignity.

Hosting a diaper drive is a simple way to make a meaningful impact while bringing people together around a shared purpose.

Your event can:
• Strengthen teamwork and community spirit
• Engage employees, students, members, customers, etc.
• Demonstrate a commitment to giving back·
• Create a fun, meaningful activity
• Help Toronto families maintain safe, stable housing

We've Made It Easy — When you register your diaper drive, we'll provide complimentary resources to help you promote your event, encourage participation, and celebrate your impact.

Give help. Give hope. ➤ www.hostadiaperdrive.ca

Red Door — Toronto’s largest family shelter

Paneer is walking for women and children fleeing violence.For families escaping violence, leaving home can mean leaving ...
09/11/2026

Paneer is walking for women and children fleeing violence.

For families escaping violence, leaving home can mean leaving behind everything familiar.

At Red Door, they find safety, support, counselling, children’s programs, and help building a
path forward.

Led by Red Door’s four-legged office ambassador, Paneer, Team Paneer & Pals is taking part in the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Night Light Walk to help women and children rebuild their lives in safety.

Every step (and tail wag) helps light the way to safety.

Support or Join Team Paneer & Pals ➤ www.walkwithpaneer.ca

Red Door – Toronto’s largest family shelter

“Instead of asking “why didn’t you just leave,” the better question is “what made leaving feel impossible.” Completely d...
09/10/2026

“Instead of asking “why didn’t you just leave,” the better question is “what made leaving feel impossible.” Completely different conversation.”

Approximately one in three women in Canada will experience abuse in their lifetime, including verbal, emotional, and financial abuse.

It takes an average of 3 years to seek help and 7 attempts to successfully escape abuse.

If you’re in an abusive situation, say something today, to someone you can trust. Let them help you out.

Getting help and giving help can feel overwhelming. Our FREE GUIDE provides practical steps, thoughtful advice, and critical safety tips to empower individuals in these situations. No one should face abuse alone.

Give help. Get help. ➤ www.saysomethingtoday.ca

Red Door – Toronto’s largest gender-based violence shelter

As a Monthly Donor to Red Door, your gift provides families in crisis with shelter, food, and support to rebuild their l...
09/10/2026

As a Monthly Donor to Red Door, your gift provides families in crisis with shelter, food, and support to rebuild their lives — today and tomorrow, when the need is greatest.

Become a Monthly Donor today …

🎁 For some, it can be easier to give a smaller gift monthly than larger gifts annually.
📅 Donations can be processed on the same day each month, reducing the need to fill out forms.
⏯️ You can pause, change, or cancel your monthly gift at any time.

Your monthly donation will make a lasting impact!

Start monthly giving today ➤ www.reddoorshelter.ca/get-involved/give-now/monthly-donation/

Red Door – Toronto’s largest family shelter

Children who don't have a lunch, or worry that it isn't enough, are more likely to report anxiety, feel isolated, and ha...
09/09/2026

Children who don't have a lunch, or worry that it isn't enough, are more likely to report anxiety, feel isolated, and have difficulty participating in everyday school life.

Children and youth living at Red Door are provided with nutritious lunches and healthy snacks, helping them focus on learning, connect with their peers, and simply enjoy being a child.

"My children felt like everyone else because Red Door gave them everything they needed for school, including lunch." – Former Resident

Give help. Get help. ➤ www.reddoorshelter.ca

Red Door – Toronto's largest family shelter

Running for Red Door means running for shoes for children and youth.For many children living in poverty, worn-out shoes ...
09/08/2026

Running for Red Door means running for shoes for children and youth.

For many children living in poverty, worn-out shoes are one of the most visible signs of hardship.

You know how important shoes are! A new pair of properly fitting shoes can improve confidence, increase physical activity, and help children participate fully at school and in sports.

Educators reported improvements in confidence (94%), self-esteem (92%), social interaction (85%), and physical activity (74%) after children received new shoes.

The fastest way to help isn't by donating shoes—it's by sponsoring a runner.

Financial donations allow us to purchase new footwear when it's needed, in the correct size, and for the activities each child enjoys. It ensures every child receives properly fitting shoes that are comfortable, practical, and uniquely theirs.

Sponsor Team Red Door ➤ www.runningforshoes.ca

Red Door – Toronto’s largest family shelter


Address

21 Carlaw Avenue
Toronto, ON
M4M2R6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14169155671

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