When Jonathan came through the doors of The Scott Mission, he had lost all hope and was convinced life was not worth living. Thanks to support from caring friends and donors, we gave him a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. We prayed for him and included him in a special retreat held at our Collingwood property. There, … Read More
Can compassion and generosity save lives? YES!
Doug was hungry and sick when he first came through the doors of The Scott Mission. So beaten down by life that alcohol was his only comfort. “I was completely alone, without hope, and miserable,” Doug recalls. “I could come to the Mission and get a meal and feel a little bit of hope, a sense of belonging.” Support from … Read More
Too many families are making impossible choices!
Like many families and individuals in the greater Toronto area, Darla’s* income each month covers the rent, but little else. Desperate to feed, clothe, and care for her children, she took the advice of a friend and visited The Scott Mission. “They’ve helped us with everything from groceries to Christmas gifts for the children,” Darla says. Darla and her family … Read More
A mother’s prayer—answered!
Robin had no idea what an incredible impact The Scott Mission and the O’Connor Family Centre would have in her life and that of her family. But she found out quickly when the daycare she had lined up for her daughter fell through. What a relief when she learned childcare was available for her daughter at the O’Connor Family Centre. … Read More
The truth about Scott Mission Camp!
Alex knows about summer camps, and insists Scott Mission Camp is the best. That’s why he hasn’t missed attending for six years! When asked what’s so great about Scott Mission Camp, Alex says the counsellors are awesome and there are lots of great activities like canoeing, biking, swimming, hiking, and singing and dancing around the campfire. What Alex likes best … Read More
Hector never expected that addiction would take over his life.
He shared, “I was showing up to school and work drunk. I managed to hide it for a long time. Eventually I lost control of my life and ended up on the streets for many years.” Then came the day when Hector realized he would lose the fight to winter weather and addiction if he didn’t make huge—and permanent—changes in … Read More
Fun and Faith in the Great Outdoors at Scott Mission Camp!
Did you know that when you support The Scott Mission, your support is enriching the lives of our community’s children, teens, and families? It’s true! Just ask Taejun . . . Eight years old and full of energy, Taejun has been attending Scott Mission Camp since he was just a preschooler, and almost all of his favourite memories are from … Read More
Meet volunteers, Bob and Joyce—Serving our community in love
From the kitchen to the dining hall to the distribution centre, Bob and Joyce are a part of our amazing team of volunteers who help The Scott Mission put hope into the hearts of people who are lost, in need, or defeated by life. For many years now, this loving couple has served their neighbours in need weekly. “It’s good … Read More
Advocates for All of God’s Children
Flashback to 2011. Doug and Martha saw the homeless on our city streets, and wanted to help them with meals and shelter, but they also wanted to share the life-changing hope of God’s love with each soul. So they sent their first gift to The Scott Mission and recently made the decision to support this important work with a recurring … Read More
A Young Mother—No Longer Homeless and Afraid
When Maddie* came through the Mission doors, she was truly afraid. With no friends or family and a baby to care for, she didn’t know how they would survive. Her circumstances were further complicated because she feared for their safety. She shared, “I was so depressed, I cried every night the first week. My baby was sick and I thought, … Read More
“The Scott Mission is a blessing for the city of Toronto . . .”
It was ten years ago that Ludwig DeLeon’s employer encouraged staff to serve as volunteers at The Scott Mission, and Ludwig has been volunteering ever since. “I knew the type of work The Scott Mission does, how they support the more vulnerable people of Toronto, what they stand for as far as loving thy neighbour as thyself. It’s something I … Read More