Outreach Partners
Elizabeth Fry Society
Restoring Dignity & Hope
The Toronto branch of the Elizabeth Fry Society was opened in 1952 made up of women from the First Unitarian Church in Toronto, led by Agnes Macphail, Canada’s first female Member of Parliament. Named after the famous Quaker prison reformer, they advocate for and support women and gender-diverse people involved in the justice system.
The society provides transitional housing and counselling for women released from prison. It also offers court support and programs for those at risk of conflict with the law, and
works to address the root causes of criminalization: poverty, trauma, and inequality.
“Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body." -Hebrews 13:3
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Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
Neighbours Feeding Neighbours
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Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank is an emergency food service founded and sponsored by a coalition of local congregations in our neighbourhood. It is a 100% volunteer-run organization acting as a regional agency of the Daily Bread Food Bank. It is a collaborative project between Calvin Presbyterian Church, Christ Church Deer Park (Anglican), Grace Church-on-the-Hill (Anglican), Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Catholic), St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Latvian Church, Timothy Eaton Memorial Church (United) and Yorkminster Park Baptist Church in Toronto.
The food bank supplies groceries to individuals and families in our dedicated catchment area. It provides a "Babies Program" ensuring 100% of recommended nutrition for infants and offers community information and support to help clients access other needed services.
If you offer your food to the hungry and satisfy the needs of the afflicted, then your light shall rise in the darkness." — Isaiah 58:10​
Faithworks
One Gift, Many Ministries
Faithworks is the annual charitable campaign of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto. Since 1996, FaithWorks has provided over $35 million to Anglican-affiliated ministries. It operates under the banner of "Faith in Action," ensuring that funds are distributed to partners who offer help regardless of the client's religious beliefs.
FaithWorks helps feed, shelter, nurture and befriend almost 49,000 people throughout our communities and around the world every year. It supports 15+ ministry partners across the diocese. Their focus area is caring for the homeless and ex-prisoners; supporting newcomers and refugees; helping at-risk women and youth; and standing with Indigenous peoples and those impacted byHIV/AIDS.
There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them... and different kinds of service, but the same Lord. - 1 Corinthians 12:4–5
LOFT Community Services
Unwavering Support
Founded: 1953, LOFT (Originally "Leap of Faith Together") is one of Ontario’s largest providers of community-based support for people with complex mental health and addiction challenges. It was founded by an Anglican priest, Rev. Peter Gilbert, who took a "leap of faith" to turn a church manse into a home for those struggling with mental illness. They specialize in housing and support for those often rejected by other agencies, and serve youth, adults, and seniors facing homelessness, dementia, or addiction with a recovery-based approach. Each client can set their own goals and feel empowered to make their own choices to change the direction their lives have taken. Their "Street to Home" program helps the most vulnerable move from the street into permanent, supported housing.
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. - Matthew11:28
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Haven Toronto
A Sanctuary for Elder Men
Founded in 1933 by May Birchard as "The Good Neighbours' Club", Haven is the only drop-in centre in Canada dedicated exclusively to elder homeless men (aged 50+). It operates on a unique "membership" model, giving the men a sense of ownership, belonging, and dignity rather than just being "clients."
They provide three meals a day, clothing, showers, and laundry. They are open 365 days a year and offer on-site specialized crisis counselling and housing support, acts as a secure mailing address for clients (allowing them to receive government cheques, medical appointments, and ID documents). It is a a vital space where isolated older men can find community, safety, and friendship away from the shelter system.
Stand up in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly and revere your God. —Leviticus 19:32
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St. Thomas', Huron Street (Friday Food Ministry)
Consistency & Care
St. Thomas’s Friday Food Ministry is a core social justice ministry operating for over 25 years. They address food insecurity in the downtown core near the University of Toronto. They serve a healthy, seated dinner every Friday evening to 60–100 guests, providing a reliable meal when many other "Out of the Cold" programs are closed for the season. They offers guests a place of dignity, rest, and conversation.
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. — Hebrews 13:2
Diocese of Moosonee (Hot Lunch for Homeless, Timmins)
Warmth in the North
Serving the community of Timmins, Ontario, in our Northern companion diocese. They address the urgent need for food security in Northern Ontario, where costs are high and winters are severe. They provide hot, nutritious lunches to homeless and vulnerable populations in Timmins, and act as a vital community hub for connection and safety during the harsh winter months. This is a direct partnership that connects our parish in the south to the needs of the north.
The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. - Proverbs 22:9​
Flemingdon Park Ministry
Building Community
Flemingdon Park Ministry is a Christian registered charity serving the Flemingdon Park neighbourhood in North York. Their mission is to walk alongside a community facing high levels of poverty and social isolation. They serve a high-density "priority neighbourhood" that is home to many newcomers to Canada who face significant barriers to employment and integration.
They distribute produce and healthy food to families facing food insecurity. Their Common Table is an urban farm project that teaches residents to grow their own food. They offer compassionate support, listening, and advocacy for residents navigating social services.
Build houses and settle down; plant gardens and eat what they produce... Seek the peace and prosperity of the city." - Jeremiah 29:5,7
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St. Stephen-in-the-Fields (Breakfast Program)
A Weekend Lifeline
St. Stephen-in-the-Fields is an inner-city Anglican parish that has been running its breakfast program for over 30years. Located in Kensington Market, they serve a diverse population of homeless and marginally housed neighbours. They serve a sit-down breakfast every Saturday and Sunday morning (when many other agencies are closed) that feeds hundreds of guests weekly, providing eggs, toast, coffee, and fruit. They provide a judgment-free safe space for rest and community connection.
The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. - Proverbs 22:9
Alongside Hope (PWRDF)
Global Justice & Relief
Alongside Hope is known as The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF). It was founded in 1958, originally in response to the Springhill Mine Disaster in Nova Scotia. It was recently rebranded as "Alongside Hope" to reflect their mission of accompaniment. They are the Anglican Church of Canada’s agency for sustainable development and humanitarian relief. Internationally, they partner with local organizations worldwide to improve health, food security, and human rights. They support Indigenous communities in Canada, particularly in language recovery and clean water initiatives. They fund local partners on the ground, empowering local leaders to solve their own community's problems rather than sending aid workers from abroad.
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. - Matthew 5:16