Small Acts of Kindness. Big Warmth.

This winter, we're calling on London's businesses, workplaces, community groups and organizations to come together and help make warmth possible for neighbours experiencing homelessness.

When temperatures drop, access to warmth isn't just about comfort. It can be a matter of survival.

Through Ark Aid Mission's BE WARM. Community Challenge, your team can make a meaningful difference by collecting winter essentials, raising critical funds and spreading awareness about homelessness in our community.

Whether you're a team of five or an organization of 500, there's a way for everyone to get involved.

How will you give warmth?

Give Warmth.

Organize a workplace collection, challenge another business or rally your community to fill a bin with warmth.

Fund Warmth.

Host a fundraiser, match employee donations or dedicate a portion of sales to supporting our Winter Response.

Share Warmth.

Share your challenge, invite another organization to participate or bring your team together for a conversation about homelessness in London.

How it Works:

01 - Choose How You'll Be Warm

Collect, fundraise or create your own challenge!

02 - Sign Up

Let us know if your team is participating.
Sign Up Here!

03 - Gather Your Team

Put up posters, make announcements and share the warmth!

04 - Give Warmth

We'll count your donations and celebrate your impact!

Get Your Community Challenge Kit

We've made it easy to turn your ideas into action.

Our Community Challenge Activation Kit includes activity ideas, promotional materials, sample messages and practical tools to help you plan and promote your challenge.

Whether you're organizing a collection, hosting a fundraiser or encouraging your team to give back, we're here to help.
Access the Challenge Kit Here

Download Our Priority Needs List for Winter

Click Here

Participating Groups & Organizations

Give a Little Bit: Food Campaign

What if helping our community was as easy as putting a box by your front door? We’re getting ready for our Give A Little Bit Food Drive, and we’re looking for local businesses and individuals who want to be part of making a difference right here in London. And the best part? There are lots of ways to participate — and not all of them cost a penny.

Anytime Fitness: Donation Drive

Now collecting donations of Adult Winter Wear! Contact Kate Girotti for local drop off address.

Bentley Hearing: Sole Purpose

Donate a minimum of $20 and receive a pair of ear-resistable socks from Bentley Hearing Services!

What does your support make possible?

BASIC NEEDS

Meals | Clothing | Hygiene | Safe Rest

CONNECTION

Conversation | Trust | Advocacy

NEXT STEPS

Referrals | Health | Community Supports

HOME

Stability | Independence | Housing