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
Groceries are too expensive — here’s who’s paying the price | Toronto Star
Families are feeling the effects of rising food prices, in a very real way. Almost three quarters of Canadian households have had to change their shopping habits, with one quarter having to buy less food. Student Nutrition Programs provide an extremely important way...
One in six households in Ontario is now struggling with food insecurity. Here’s why it’s going to get worse | Toronto Star
More people were food insecure in Ontario in 2021 than in 2020. In Toronto, food bank usage has tripled since before the pandemic. Families are struggling to make ends meet, and children are going hungry. In schools, Student Nutrition Programs ensure all children have...
Toronto student nutrition programs face ‘critical year’ due to rising food prices | CBC News
With demand for nutrition increasing exponentially among students, and the cost of food out of control, this may well be a critical year for Student Nutrition Programs. Click here to learn more:...