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
“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
“I thank God that there is a place to help . . .”
Veronica “Aunty V” first came to The Scott Mission with a friend, who was a single mother and relied on assistance from our food bank to help feed her children. The experience was unforgettable . . . Veronica says that the scene at The Scott Mission food bank was more like something you’d see at a family reunion. She watched … Read More
You Gave Help and Hope When John Needed It Most
Like most who come through the Mission doors, John was hungry and had nowhere else to turn for help. Struggling financially, he was grateful for a good hot meal, but he came back again and again for the compassion, camaraderie, and spiritual support that put hope in his heart. “I saw lots of people, including volunteers, who were so quick … Read More
One teen’s words of Thanksgiving—for YOU
This Thanksgiving, Akilah and her friends will be giving thanks to caring friends and donors like you. They know that without your support, Scott Mission Camp wouldn’t exist! “I first came to The Scott Mission when I was in grade three or four,” Akilah says. “I’d heard about it through my friends who have been going since grade two. I … Read More
Thinking of volunteering at The Scott Mission this Thanksgiving?
Before you sign up, be warned that volunteering could be the best thing you ever do, for yourself, and for the hungry and hurting in our community! Meet volunteer Lynette Jenkins who is serving help and hope—one plate at a time. As a child, Lynette Jenkins saw much of the world while her father served in the Air Force, but … Read More
Vale—A story of Thanksgiving!
Vale was hungry, homeless, and without hope the day he came through the doors here at The Scott Mission. Worse still, he truly believed he deserved nothing more. Over a hot meal, we talked with Vale and learned a little about the shattered relationships that had driven him to the streets of Toronto with nothing but the clothes on his … Read More
Katalin didn’t want to ask for help. She did it for her children . . .
This desperate mother had no choice but to ask for help. With two little children, and a husband seeking work, she took a deep breath and walked through The Scott Mission’s doors. Nothing could have prepared her for the genuine love and kindness she found when she passed through the Mission doors. She says, “The first time I came to … Read More
Thank you for your support of Scott Mission Camp!
This will be a summer of firsts for many of the more than 600 children and youth who will be blessed with the opportunity to attend a glorious, life-changing week at Scott Mission Camp— The first time to enjoy the great outdoors in all its majesty, with soaring trees, a sparkling pond, and rustic cabins. The first time to laugh … Read More
“Thank you for giving to keep camp alive all these years.”
Taeron was in fourth grade, and in foster care, when he first experienced Scott Mission Camp. He had no way of knowing the impact it would have on his life. “After the first couple of days I adjusted and had fun with rock climbing, canoeing, biking, sports, worship, and other stuff,” he says. But over the years, Taeron—who is now … Read More
Give the gift of a lifetime to children in need—the gift of summer camp!
Your support is needed now to raise the funds to cover Scott Mission Camp and give more than 600 of Toronto’s underprivileged children the chance of a lifetime to attend summer camp where they will explore the great outdoors, meet new friends, and learn about God. Please prayerfully consider a generous gift today to help raise the $525,506 needed to … Read More