Throughout the year, keeping the feet of those on the streets warm and dry is a top priority. Cold, wet feet can quickly become unhealthy feet. A clean, warm, dry pair of fresh socks goes a long way to keeping feet comfortable & healthy.

Of all the clothing needs of the homeless, socks are without a doubt the most important. Homeless people spend so much of their lives on their feet, walking everywhere they go to get what they need to survive. Walking a mile or more for every meal, walking to and from shelters, etc.

Of all clothing items, socks get the most wear and tear and become filthy the fastest. And without the means to keep their clothing washed, socks need to be discarded most often. If not, the health of homeless people’s feet quickly deteriorate. Athlete’s foot is very common, corns and blisters are just things homeless people must live with every day.

A new pair of socks can make a world of difference for someone in need.  Please give to the Socks for the Homeless campaign.

  • Please note for donations of $20.00 or more, a tax receipt will automatically be issued and emailed to you. 

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Milo's Story

Every year when I was little, I’d think “this will be the year that everything will be okay”. And every year, I’d be crushed. By the time I was 18 I couldn’t take my dad’s drinking or my mom’s crying anymore, so I packed a knapsack with the warmest clothes I had and I left. It was freezing cold, and I was alone…but I was free.

The next few months were rough and at times very scary. I spent nights in parks, doorways and even under bridges all with just an old sleeping bag a friend had given me. One night it was so cold that I walked until the sun came up, afraid that I would freeze to death if I slept.

It took me awhile to get over the embarrassment to start asking people for money. But, it was swallow my pride or stay cold and hungry. After two weeks of doing this I learned about YSB. I didn’t know it then but, in that moment, my life changed for the better. I got connected to YSB’s Young Men’s Emergency Shelter and my first night in the shelter I slept 11 hours. I felt so safe and secure. I remember that moment clearly and I felt so hopeful I now have my own apartment in one of YSB’s long-term housing buildings, am attending college to become a graphic designer, and am working part-time to support myself.

“For the first time I can remember, I’m really excited about my future. Growing up I just thought about getting by one day at a time.” I hope my story conveys just how life changing it was for me to be able to access YSB’s shelter during a really difficult time in my life. The team at YSB supported me every step of the way, and I’m grateful they were by my side. I hope you’ll consider taking the opportunity to transform the life of another young person like me today.

Milo*

*While Milo’s story is real his name has been changed to protect his privacy