One in four children in Toronto lives in poverty.
We believe that if we improve the health and well-being of our children, they will do better in school. And, if they do better in school, they will have a better future.
Our work creates real results
million invested in students
meals served daily
students in our after-school program
medical appointments
free glasses provided to children yearly
How we help
Student Nutrition Programs
These programs provide nutritious meals to students every school day.
beyond 3:30 after-school program
beyond 3:30 gives students a safe and welcoming after-school space
Vision & Hearing Clinics
Students can access our Sight & Sound program, and the Model Schools Paediatric Health Initiative.
TFSS Emergency Fund
We provide children and youth with immediate financial support in emergency situations.
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All the ways people can get involved: events, campaigns, fundraising, and a variety of ways to donate.
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From the blog
Cost to feed a family of four will hit nearly $15,000 next year as ‘perfect storm’ strikes food prices | Toronto Star
Average Canadian family to spend nearly $1,000 more on food than they did in 2021, according to the 2022 Dalhousie University's 2022 Food Price Report. As food prices continue to rise, Student Nutrition Programs have never been more essential and have never faced...
‘We are at the worst-case scenario’: Record number of Torontonians rely on food banks to survive | Toronto Star
Food bank usage in Toronto has risen 45% since 2020. Living in the city is extremely expensive and, on average, after paying for housing, food bank users are only left with $9.17 in their pocket, per day. That $9.17 needs to cover food, transportation, and any other...
Inflation: More ‘rockiness’ at grocery stores expected | CTV News
According to the Bank of Canada, the inflation causing the dramatic rise in food prices will continue for months. Already, the cost of some products has gone up by 20-25%, and it’s no surprise to anyone that many families are struggling to put food on the table....