Annual drive · No more cold feet

Sock Drive

It’s one of the most requested and most overlooked essentials.

A young donor and a volunteer with two Sox Boxes overflowing with new socks
new socks only

Why socks

Warmth, comfort, and dignity.

For women and children living in shelters, a new pair of socks can mean warmth, comfort, and a small but powerful sense of dignity. Something that is often taken for granted becomes something deeply needed.

At humanKIND toronto, our annual Sock Drive is rooted in a simple idea: no one should have to go without the basics.

Each year, our community comes together to collect new socks for both children and adults, helping ensure that individuals of all ages have access to something as simple and essential as clean, comfortable socks.

These small items are delivered with care, reminding every recipient that they are seen, supported, and not forgotten.

Handmade notes decorated by children that read I hope these socks keep you warm

How you can help

Individuals, families, and groups.

Whether you’re an individual, a family, or part of a larger group, there are so many ways to get involved:

  • Donate new socks (children’s and adult sizes)
  • Organize a collection drive in your school, workplace, or community
  • Partner with us to expand our reach

The Sox Box

What we collect

  1. New children’s socks
  2. New adult socks

Our community of support

Showing up year after year.

This drive is made possible by the generosity of our partners and supporters who show up year after year.

Together, we turn something small into something meaningful. Because comfort matters. Because dignity matters.

Our community partners

Thank you to our community partners.

Local businesses, schools and community organizations that have housed collection boxes onsite, helping us collect items to donate to our local shelters.

  • 16th Ave Chiropractic Physiotherapy
  • Angus Glen Montessori
  • Bond Lake Public School
  • C.A.R.E. Physiotherapy
  • Davis Orthodontics and Red Hill Orthodontics
  • Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaat of Toronto
  • Lauremont School
  • Le Club
  • Massage Addict
  • One Stop Hair & Beauty Salon
  • Pharmalinx Medical Centre & Pharmacy
  • King City Pure Pharmacy & Wellness Centre
  • RE/MAX Condos Plus and RE/MAX Ultimate
  • Richmond Hill Public Library
  • Studio Sid
  • Swim Time
  • Voysus

Because the need never stops

Help us keep every foot warm.

Host a Sox Box at your school, workplace, or business, or donate new socks for children and adults.