2026 Back-to-School

The holidays are a time for connection, celebration, and creating cherished memories. For many families in Waterloo Region, financial challenges can make it difficult to fully participate in the traditions and celebrations that matter most to them. Through Gifts of Hope, you can help ensure children, youth, and families experience comfort, joy, belonging, and hope during the holiday season. 
Whether celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Eid, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Kwanzaa, or another special holiday, every family deserves the opportunity to celebrate in a way that reflects their traditions and values. 

When you purchase an item from the Gifts of Hope collection, your donation is converted into gift cards that provide families with the dignity and flexibility to purchase what they need most, from gifts and holiday meals to winter clothing, household essentials, and other meaningful items. 

Browse the collection and choose a giving option that speaks to you. Every gift helps create brighter holidays and stronger futures for local children, youth, and families. 

In our Gifts of Hope Catalogue, you’ll find meaningful gifts that provide holiday wishes, holiday and winter essentials and emergency support for families and youth living independently. 

Every gift stays local. Every gift changes a life.

Bringing Holiday Magic and Meaningful Moments to Local Children, Youth, and Families.

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Providing the Necessities That Help Families Celebrate and Stay Warm Throughout the Season.

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Providing Immediate Assistance When Families and Youth Face Unexpected Challenges.

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  • Pencil Case Essentials

    Pencil Case Essentials

    $25.00
  • Hygiene Package

    Hygiene Package

    $35.00
  • Backpack & Lunch Bag

    Backpack & Lunch Bag

    $50.00
  • Electronic Accessories

    Electronic Accessories

    $50.00
  • Filled Backpack

    Filled Backpack

    $100.00
  • Back to School Shoes & Clothing

    Back to School Shoes & Clothing

    $150.00
  • Complete Back-to-School Package

    Complete Back-to-School Package

    $250.00
  • Sibling Back-to-School Package

    Sibling Back-to-School Package

    $500.00