Toronto Charities Directory
12,758 registered GTA charities
- ACCESS COMMUNITY CAPITAL FUNDTORONTO
Access Community Capital Fund provides financing and business support to entrepreneurs across the Greater Toronto Area who face barriers to traditional lending. The organization offers microloans, equipment financing, and working capital to help small business owners start or expand their enterprises. Beyond funding, Access Community Capital Fund connects borrowers with mentorship, financial literacy training, and ongoing business coaching. The fund prioritizes serving underrepresented communities, including newcomers, Indigenous people, and those with limited credit histories. By removing financial obstacles to entrepreneurship, the organization helps individuals build sustainable businesses that create jobs and strengthen their neighborhoods.
- ACCESS FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN IN ONTARIOTORONTO
Access for Parents and Children in Ontario provides support services to families facing barriers to participation in community life. The organization works with parents and children across Toronto and the GTA to address challenges related to poverty, disability, mental health, and social isolation. Through direct support, advocacy, and partnership with other service providers, the charity helps families access resources, navigate systems, and build stronger connections within their communities. The organization recognizes that many families encounter obstacles when seeking help and works to remove those barriers through practical assistance and informed guidance.
- ACCLAIM HEALTH AND COMMUNITY CARE SERVICESOAKVILLE
Acclaim Health and Community Care Services provides arts and culture programming designed to support mental health and social connection across Oakville and the surrounding region. The organization uses creative activities including visual arts, music, theatre, and writing to help individuals experiencing mental health challenges, social isolation, or life transitions. Programs are offered both in community settings and through partnerships with healthcare facilities. Acclaim's approach recognizes that creative expression and cultural engagement can improve wellbeing and foster belonging. The organization serves diverse populations including youth, seniors, and adults navigating mental health conditions or recovery from addiction.
- ACE Mentor Program of CanadaNORTH YORK
ACE Mentor Program of Canada connects high school students with professionals working in architecture, construction, and engineering through mentorship and hands-on learning. The program matches students with mentors who guide them through real-world projects, site visits, and career exploration in the design and building industries. Operating across Canada including chapters in the Greater Toronto Area, ACE introduces young people to career pathways they might not otherwise discover and helps them build skills in problem-solving, collaboration, and technical thinking. The program is free for students and serves those from all backgrounds, with particular focus on increasing diversity in fields where women and underrepresented groups remain underrepresented. By fostering direct relationships between students and professionals, ACE helps students make informed decisions about post-secondary education and careers while addressing the industry's need for a diverse pipeline of future talent.
- ACER Association For Canadian Educational ResourcesMISSISSAUGA
ACER Association for Canadian Educational Resources provides food assistance and nutritional support to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity across the Greater Toronto Area. The organization distributes groceries, prepared meals, and emergency food packages to vulnerable populations, including low-income households, seniors, and people facing temporary hardship. ACER also operates educational programs that teach food budgeting, meal planning, and nutrition literacy to help clients build long-term food security. Working from Mississauga, the charity partners with local food suppliers and community volunteers to maximize the reach and impact of its services. By combining immediate food relief with practical skills training, ACER addresses both urgent hunger needs and underlying barriers to stable food access.
- ACHEI TEMIMIM JEWISH CULTURAL & EDUCATIONAL NETWORKNORTH YORK
Achei Temimim Jewish Cultural & Educational Network operates in North York to strengthen Jewish identity and community engagement through cultural and educational programming. The organization offers classes, workshops, and events that connect people to Jewish heritage, language, history, and traditions. Their programs serve families, youth, and adults of varying backgrounds and levels of Jewish knowledge, from beginners to those deeply rooted in the community. By providing accessible cultural education, Achei Temimim helps individuals deepen their understanding of Jewish life and build meaningful connections with others in the GTA. The network's work centers on making cultural and religious learning available and welcoming to all who wish to participate.
- ACHEVMISSISSAUGA
ACHEV provides employment support and job training programs for people with developmental disabilities across the Greater Toronto Area. The organization helps individuals develop work skills, gain meaningful employment, and build independence through one-on-one coaching, workplace assessment, and long-term job coaching services. ACHEV connects participants with employers in Mississauga and surrounding communities who value diverse talent, creating pathways to sustainable employment and greater social inclusion. The charity recognizes that meaningful work improves quality of life and self-esteem for people with developmental disabilities, and works to remove barriers that prevent them from participating in the job market.
- ACHILL CHORAL SOCIETY CORPORATIONORANGEVILLE
ACHILL Choral Society Corporation runs a singing group that brings together voices from across the GTA and beyond. The organization exists to perform choral music and create opportunities for singers of varying skill levels to participate in concerts and community events. Members rehearse regularly and present full-length performances throughout the year, ranging from classical works to contemporary pieces. The society welcomes new singers and focuses on building a welcoming community where people can develop their musical abilities while enjoying the social and cultural benefits of group singing. By maintaining an active choral ensemble, ACHILL contributes to the region's arts and culture landscape.
- ACHILLES TRACK CLUB OF CANADATORONTO
Achilles Track Club of Canada provides running and athletic programming for people with physical disabilities and visual impairments across Toronto and the GTA. Through organized track clubs, running groups, and competitive race events, the organization helps disabled athletes build strength, confidence, and community while pursuing their athletic goals. Achilles Canada removes barriers to participation by offering trained guides for visually impaired runners, adaptive coaching, and access to facilities and races. Members range from beginners exploring running for the first time to competitive athletes training for marathons and international competitions. The club operates on the belief that physical activity and sport are fundamental rights, not privileges, and that disabled people deserve the same opportunities as any other athlete to train, compete, and achieve their personal best.
- ACHIM TORONTONORTH YORK
ACHIM Toronto provides housing support and social services to vulnerable populations in the Greater Toronto Area, with a particular focus on serving immigrants, refugees, and people experiencing homelessness. The organization operates residential programs, counseling services, and employment support to help individuals and families achieve stability and independence. Through its work in North York and surrounding communities, ACHIM Toronto connects people with affordable housing options, mental health resources, and job training programs tailored to their circumstances. The charity recognizes that stable housing is foundational to addressing other challenges, and works alongside clients to build pathways toward self-sufficiency and community integration.
- ACIACTORONTO
ACIAC provides settlement and employment services to newcomers and immigrants in Toronto and the GTA. The organization helps people navigate Canada's immigration system, improve their English and French language skills, and secure meaningful employment that matches their qualifications and experience. ACIAC offers job training programs, credential recognition support, and connections to employers across various sectors. The charity also provides counselling and community programs that address the specific challenges faced by newcomers, including cultural orientation and family support services. By removing barriers to employment and integration, ACIAC helps immigrants build stable lives and contribute fully to their new communities.
- ACORN INSTITUTE CANADATORONTO
ACORN Institute Canada provides community organizing training and support to residents across Toronto and the GTA who want to build power in their neighborhoods. The organization teaches people how to identify local issues, mobilize their communities, and negotiate with institutions like landlords, schools, and government bodies. ACORN focuses on helping low-income renters, workers, and families develop leadership skills and create lasting change in their areas. By connecting residents and teaching them advocacy strategies, ACORN Institute Canada strengthens grassroots movements that address housing, employment, and social justice concerns.
- ACORN TO OAK YOUTH SERVICESMISSISSAUGA
Acorn to Oak Youth Services provides mentoring, counselling, and life skills development for young people in Mississauga and the Greater Toronto Area. The organization works with teenagers and young adults who are navigating challenges like family instability, educational gaps, mental health concerns, and social isolation. Staff and trained volunteers offer one-on-one relationships, group programming, and practical support in areas such as employment readiness, educational advancement, and healthy decision-making. The charity focuses on building confidence and resilience through sustained mentorship that helps youth identify their strengths and move toward greater independence. Acorn to Oak operates both drop-in services and structured programs designed to meet young people where they are, whether they need immediate crisis support or longer-term developmental guidance.
- ACOUSTIC NEUROMA ASSOCIATION OF CANADATORONTO
The Acoustic Neuroma Association of Canada supports people living with acoustic neuromas, benign tumors that grow on the nerve connecting the inner ear to the brain. The organization provides education, patient resources, and peer support to help individuals navigate diagnosis, treatment options including surgery and radiation, and long-term management of hearing loss and balance problems. Based in Toronto, the association connects patients across Canada with medical information, counseling services, and community through support groups and educational events. Members gain access to specialist referrals and practical guidance on living with the condition's effects on hearing, balance, and facial nerve function. The organization also advocates for patient awareness among healthcare providers and funds research into better treatment outcomes and quality of life improvements for those affected by acoustic neuroma.
- ACROSS BOUNDARIES: AN ETHNORACIAL MENTAL HEALTH CENTRETORONTO
Across Boundaries provides mental health services and cultural education programs designed specifically for people from ethnoracial communities in Toronto and the surrounding region. The centre recognizes that mental health care often fails to account for the experiences of racialized individuals, including barriers related to language, cultural understanding, and discrimination. Staff work across multiple languages and bring lived experience from the communities they serve. The organization offers counselling, group programs, workshops, and training that help both clients and professionals understand how racism, immigration, and cultural identity shape mental health. By combining clinical mental health support with education about systemic factors affecting wellbeing, Across Boundaries addresses gaps in how traditional mental health services reach ethnoracial populations.
- ACROSS U-HUBMARKHAM
ACROSS U-HUB operates a community services facility in Markham that provides accessible programming and support for residents across the Greater Toronto Area. The organization delivers various services including educational workshops, skills training, social programming, and access to community resources for individuals and families seeking assistance or skill development. ACROSS U-HUB works to address gaps in local community services by creating welcoming spaces where people can connect with peers, participate in meaningful activities, and access information about other support systems available to them. The hub model allows the charity to serve as a central point where residents can learn, gather, and find direction toward resources that meet their specific needs within the region.
- ACTION AGAINST HUNGER ACF (CANADA) ACTION CONTRE LA FAIM ACF (CANADA)TORONTO
Action Against Hunger ACF (Canada) works to address hunger and malnutrition in some of the world's most vulnerable communities. The organization provides emergency food assistance, water and sanitation services, and healthcare in regions affected by conflict, poverty, and natural disasters. Operating across multiple countries, ACF Canada mobilizes resources and expertise to reach people facing food insecurity and limited access to basic services. The charity combines immediate relief efforts with longer-term programs designed to build resilience and improve conditions in the communities it serves. Based in Toronto, ACF Canada connects donors and volunteers with on-the-ground operations that directly improve survival and dignity for families in crisis.
- ACTION CANADA FOUNDATIONTORONTO
Action Canada Foundation identifies emerging leaders across the country and provides them with intensive training, mentorship, and networks to drive positive change in their communities. The foundation runs several flagship programs that bring together young professionals, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders for multi-year fellowships focused on developing practical skills in policy, business, and social innovation. Based in Toronto, Action Canada works with participants from across the GTA and beyond to build a generation of leaders who tackle issues ranging from economic development to social equity. Through peer learning circles, executive coaching, and connections to established decision-makers, the foundation helps its fellows develop the confidence and capabilities needed to lead organizations, launch initiatives, and influence policy at local and national levels.
- ACTION VOLUNTEERS FOR ANIMALSPICKERING
Action Volunteers for Animals operates a shelter in Pickering that provides housing and care for abandoned, abused, and neglected cats and dogs. The organization takes in animals from across the Greater Toronto Area, offering them safe accommodation, medical treatment, and behavioral support while they wait for adoption. Volunteers and staff work to rehabilitate animals so they can transition successfully into permanent homes. The shelter also runs spay and neuter programs to reduce the number of animals entering the system. Beyond direct care, Action Volunteers for Animals educates the public about responsible pet ownership and animal welfare issues. The organization relies on donations and volunteer support to maintain its facilities and continue its rescue work.
- ACTON LEGION SENIOR RESIDENCES INCORPORATEDMILTON
Acton Legion Senior Residences provides affordable housing and support services for seniors in Milton and the surrounding area. The organization operates residential facilities where older adults can live independently or with assistance, depending on their needs. Staff members support residents with daily activities, health services, and social programming designed to maintain quality of life and community connection. The residences offer a safe environment where seniors can age in place while remaining engaged with other residents and local programs. Acton Legion Senior Residences serves low to moderate income seniors who might otherwise struggle to afford secure, supportive housing options in the GTA.
- ACTORS FUND OF CANADATORONTO
The Actors Fund of Canada provides financial assistance and support services to entertainment professionals across Canada who face hardship due to illness, injury, unemployment, or aging. The organization offers emergency grants, subsidized housing, counseling, and access to health services for actors, dancers, musicians, and other performing arts workers in Toronto and beyond. By maintaining a safety net for individuals in the entertainment industry who have fallen on difficult times, the fund recognizes that careers in performance are often unstable and unpredictable. The organization works to preserve the dignity and wellbeing of artists who have contributed to Canada's cultural landscape but lack traditional employment benefits and retirement security.
- ACTORS REPERTORY COMPANYTORONTO
Actors Repertory Company produces professional theatre across Toronto that examines social issues and challenges audiences to think critically about the world around them. The company stages plays that explore themes of identity, justice, community, and human connection through rigorous rehearsal processes and strong ensemble work. Their productions span classic texts and contemporary works, often featuring emerging and established Canadian artists. By making theatre accessible through diverse casting, varied venues across the GTA, and reasonably priced tickets, Actors Repertory Company works to build theatre's role as a space where people can encounter difficult questions and different perspectives. The company also offers workshops and outreach programs that invite broader participation in the theatrical process beyond attending performances.
- ACTS 13 CHRISTIAN MINISTRIESMARKHAM
ACTS 13 Christian Ministries operates in Markham and surrounding areas, providing community support services rooted in Christian values. The organization offers practical assistance to individuals and families facing hardship, including food support, emergency aid, and counseling resources. ACTS 13 works with vulnerable populations in the Greater Toronto Area, addressing immediate needs while connecting people to longer-term support. The ministry functions through a network of volunteers and staff who respond to requests from residents struggling with poverty, housing instability, and social isolation. By combining direct material assistance with spiritual guidance, ACTS 13 aims to address both the practical and emotional dimensions of hardship in the community.
- ACTS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC.NORTH YORK
ACTS Christian Fellowship provides community support services to residents of North York and the greater Toronto area. The organization operates programs focused on practical assistance, including food support, emergency aid, and community referrals to help individuals and families facing financial hardship or crisis situations. The charity works with local residents to identify needs and connect people with resources within their existing network of community partners. ACTS Christian Fellowship serves both long-term members and newcomers to the area, offering a welcoming space where people can access help and build connections with others in their neighborhood.
- ACTS OF GRACE FOUNDATIONBURLINGTON
Acts of Grace Foundation provides emergency financial assistance and support services to individuals and families facing unexpected hardship in Burlington and the greater Toronto area. The foundation helps people navigate crises such as job loss, medical emergencies, or housing instability by offering direct aid, counseling, and connection to local resources. Their work focuses on reducing the stress and isolation that accompanies financial difficulty, allowing people to stabilize their situations and plan for recovery. The foundation also partners with other community organizations to identify gaps in social services and respond quickly when urgent needs arise. By combining immediate financial relief with longer-term support, Acts of Grace Foundation addresses both the immediate crisis and the underlying factors that contribute to vulnerability in the community.
- ADDICTION SERVICES CENTRAL ONTARIOAURORA
Addiction Services Central Ontario provides counselling, treatment, and recovery support to individuals struggling with substance use and behavioural addictions across the Greater Toronto Area, including Aurora and surrounding communities. The organization offers both outpatient and residential programs, with services tailored to meet clients at different stages of their recovery journey. Trained counsellors work with people dealing with alcohol, drug, gambling, and other addictive behaviours, addressing underlying issues through individual and group therapy. The charity also provides education and prevention programs for families and community members affected by addiction. By removing barriers to treatment and offering flexible scheduling, Addiction Services Central Ontario helps residents access the care they need to rebuild their lives and reconnect with their communities.
- ADDICTIONS AND MENTAL HEALTH ONTARIOTORONTO
Addictions and Mental Health Ontario operates arts and culture programs that help people in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges. The organization uses creative expression through visual arts, music, theatre, and writing as a pathway to healing and community connection. Based in Toronto, the charity offers workshops, performances, and exhibitions that both serve individuals working toward recovery and educate the broader public about mental health and addiction. By creating safe spaces where participants can explore their experiences through artistic practice, the organization builds self-esteem, social skills, and a sense of belonging. The work extends beyond studio time to include peer mentorship and collaborative projects that integrate participants into the cultural life of the city.
- ADHIKA-PHILIPPINE DEVELOPMENT CONCERNSTORONTO
ADHIKA-Philippine Development Concerns operates in Toronto to support Filipino-Canadian communities and advance development initiatives in the Philippines. The organization provides settlement services, employment assistance, and cultural programming for recent Filipino immigrants and established residents across the GTA. ADHIKA also channels resources toward community development projects in the Philippines, addressing education, health, and livelihood needs. Through advocacy and direct service delivery, the charity bridges cultural gaps while fostering economic opportunity and social integration for Filipino-Canadians. The organization works with local partners and community members to identify pressing needs and develop responses that strengthen both diaspora communities and communities back home.
- ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (ASAC)/ASSOCIATION DES SCIENCES ADMINISTRATIVES DU CANADA (ASAC)TORONTO
The Administrative Sciences Association of Canada advances education and research in business administration and management across the country. The organization brings together academics, practitioners, and students through conferences, publications, and professional development programs that strengthen the field of administrative sciences. Based in Toronto, ASAC serves members from universities and organizations throughout Canada by fostering scholarly exchange, supporting emerging researchers, and promoting excellence in management education. The association publishes peer-reviewed journals, organizes annual conferences where members present cutting research and teaching innovations, and provides networking opportunities that connect educators with industry leaders. By bridging academic inquiry with practical application, ASAC helps shape how management is taught and studied in Canadian institutions.
- ADOLPH ISAAC COSINER ESTATETORONTO
The Adolph Isaac Cosiner Estate operates as a public foundation distributing resources to charitable organizations across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. The foundation awards grants to registered charities working in areas including health, social services, education, and community development. By identifying and supporting effective nonprofit organizations, the foundation extends the philanthropic vision of its namesake to address local needs. The foundation reviews applications from eligible charities and makes funding decisions based on the quality of proposed work and demonstrated community benefit. Through its grant-making activities, the Adolph Isaac Cosiner Estate helps strengthen the capacity of Toronto's charitable sector to serve residents facing various challenges.
- ADOPT-A-DOG SAVE-A-LIFE INC.ETOBICOKE
Adopt-A-Dog Save-A-Life Inc. rescues abandoned and at-risk dogs from shelters and the streets of the GTA, providing them with veterinary care, training, and temporary housing before placing them in permanent adoptive homes. The Etobicoke-based organization works to reduce shelter overcrowding and euthanasia by identifying dogs suitable for adoption, rehabilitating those with behavioral or health issues, and carefully matching them with families equipped to meet their needs. Beyond individual placements, the charity educates the public about responsible dog ownership and advocates for animal welfare policies. By creating safe interim housing for dogs in transition, Adopt-A-Dog Save-A-Life gives vulnerable animals a second chance while strengthening bonds between pets and people across the region.
- ADOPTION COUNCIL OF ONTARIOMARKHAM
The Adoption Council of Ontario provides information, resources, and support for people considering or navigating adoption across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. The organization helps prospective parents understand their options through counseling, education programs, and workshops covering domestic adoption, international adoption, and foster care. Staff and volunteers connect families with licensed agencies, answer questions about legal processes, and offer post-adoption support to help families adjust after children arrive home. The council also advocates for adoption-friendly policies and works to increase public awareness about children in care who need permanent families. Based in Markham, the organization serves anyone involved in or affected by adoption, from birth parents to adoptive families to adult adoptees seeking information about their origins.
- ADRABATORONTO
ADRABA provides emergency financial assistance and practical support to families and individuals experiencing hardship in Toronto and the GTA. The organization offers rapid access to funds for urgent needs like rent, utilities, food, and medical expenses, helping people avoid eviction and homelessness during crisis periods. Beyond emergency aid, ADRABA connects clients with longer-term resources including job training, financial counseling, and social services to address underlying causes of financial instability. Staff and volunteers work directly with vulnerable populations to remove barriers to assistance and build pathways toward self-sufficiency. ADRABA recognizes that unexpected circumstances can derail anyone's financial security and responds with dignity and urgency to help people stabilize their lives during their most difficult moments.
- ADRIANA & ROCKY LOFRANCO CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONNORTH YORK
The Adriana & Rocky LoFranco Charitable Foundation distributes grants to organizations serving the North York and Greater Toronto Area community. The foundation supports a range of charitable initiatives focused on community services, working to address local needs through strategic funding of established nonprofits. By providing financial resources to vetted organizations, the foundation helps sustain programs that assist vulnerable populations, strengthen neighbourhood capacity, and improve access to essential services across the GTA. The foundation operates as a public charitable institution, making funding decisions based on community priorities and the track record of applicant organizations.
- ADULT DISABLED DOWNHILL SKIING (A.D.D.S.)TORONTO
Adult Disabled Downhill Skiing provides adaptive skiing instruction and mountain access to adults with physical disabilities across Ontario. The organization offers specialized coaching, adaptive equipment, and organized trips to ski resorts where participants develop skills while building community with other skiers. A.D.D.S. removes barriers to winter sports participation by covering program costs and arranging transportation, making skiing accessible to adults in the Toronto area and beyond who might otherwise never experience the sport. The program welcomes skiers of all ability levels, from complete beginners to advanced participants, and works with instructors trained in adaptive teaching methods suited to various disabilities including mobility impairments, visual impairments, and amputations.
- ADVANCING THE MINISTRIES OF THE GOSPEL INTERNATIONALTORONTO
Advancing the Ministries of the Gospel International provides community services and spiritual support to vulnerable populations across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. The organization operates outreach programs that address immediate practical needs alongside faith-based counseling and mentorship. Services include food assistance, shelter support, job training, and crisis intervention for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, or personal hardship. The charity works with local partners to connect clients with housing resources, employment opportunities, and ongoing case management. By combining direct aid with pastoral care, the organization serves those who face multiple barriers to stability and dignity. The ministry operates from a Christian perspective, welcoming people of all backgrounds and beliefs to access its programs without condition.
- ADVANTAGE ONTARIO - ADVANCING SENIOR CARECONCORD
Advantage Ontario provides support services and advocacy for seniors across the Greater Toronto Area, focusing on improving access to quality care and addressing challenges older adults face in their daily lives. The organization offers programs that range from counseling and health navigation to community engagement activities designed to reduce isolation among seniors. By working with healthcare providers, government agencies, and community partners, Advantage Ontario helps seniors maintain independence, access appropriate resources, and connect with others in similar situations. The organization recognizes that seniors have diverse needs and aims to bridge gaps in existing services while giving older adults a voice in decisions affecting their care and wellbeing.
- ADVENT HEALTH CARE CORPORATIONTORONTO
Advent Health Care Corporation operates arts and culture programs that address social isolation and improve wellbeing among seniors and vulnerable populations in Toronto. The organization uses creative engagement including visual arts, music, theater, and storytelling as therapeutic tools within health and care settings. Their programs bring professional and emerging artists into long-term care facilities, hospitals, and community centers across the GTA, creating opportunities for participants to experience live performance and hands-on artistic practice. By integrating cultural activities into health care environments, Advent Health Care Corporation recognizes that artistic expression and cultural participation contribute meaningfully to mental health, cognitive stimulation, and quality of life for people facing health challenges or social disconnection.
- ADVENT LUTHERAN CHURCH,NORTH YORK
Advent Lutheran Church serves the North York and Greater Toronto Area community through Christian worship, spiritual education, and pastoral care. The congregation gathers for weekly services, Bible study groups, and fellowship events that bring together people seeking meaningful religious community and spiritual growth. The church offers Sunday school programs for children and youth, adult confirmation classes, and counseling support for members navigating life challenges. Beyond its walls, Advent Lutheran Church participates in local outreach initiatives and charitable work aligned with Lutheran values of service and compassion. The congregation welcomes individuals and families of all backgrounds interested in exploring Christian faith within a welcoming, faith-centered environment.
- AFACTE Charity Foundation (Canada)NORTH YORK
AFACTE Charity Foundation in North York supports artists and cultural practitioners across Canada by providing grants, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. The organization focuses on expanding access to arts training and creation, particularly for emerging and underrepresented artists who face financial barriers to developing their craft. AFACTE awards funding for individual projects, artistic residencies, and skills development in visual arts, performing arts, music, and other creative disciplines. By connecting artists with resources and networks, the foundation strengthens the cultural landscape of Toronto and beyond, ensuring that talent and artistic vision are not limited by economic circumstance.
- AFC FoundationTORONTO
The AFC Foundation distributes grants to nonprofits across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area that provide direct community services to vulnerable populations. The foundation focuses on funding organizations that address food security, housing stability, youth development, and emergency assistance for families in financial crisis. By supporting grassroots charities with operational funding and project grants, AFC enables these groups to expand their capacity and reach more residents. The foundation accepts applications from registered nonprofits and conducts annual funding cycles to evaluate community needs and organizational impact. Their grants help agencies strengthen existing programs and pilot new initiatives that address gaps in local service provision.
- AFGHAN SETTLEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE OF ONTARIONORTH YORK
The Afghan Settlement and Development Committee of Ontario provides settlement services and social support to Afghan newcomers and refugees across the GTA. The organization offers language training, employment support, housing assistance, and cultural orientation programs to help Afghan individuals and families integrate into their new communities. ASCDO also connects clients with mental health services, educational programs, and community resources to address the specific challenges faced by those arriving from Afghanistan. Through a combination of direct services and partnerships with other agencies, the committee works to build self-sufficiency and social connection among the Afghan population in Ontario.
- AFGHAN WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT SERVICESNORTH YORK
The Afghan Women's Organization provides settlement and support services to Afghan women, girls, and families who have immigrated or fled to Canada. Based in North York, the organization assists newcomers with language training, employment counseling, housing support, and access to childcare resources. The group also offers programs addressing trauma and mental health challenges experienced by refugees, alongside cultural orientation sessions that help families navigate Canadian systems and institutions. Through peer support networks and community workshops, the organization helps Afghan women build social connections and develop skills for economic independence. The services are delivered with cultural sensitivity and in multiple languages to remove barriers for those new to the GTA.
- AFP FOUNDATION FOR PHILANTHROPY-CANADA/AFP FONDATION CANADIENNE POUR LA PHILANTHROPIETORONTO
The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy-Canada builds the capacity of fundraising professionals and volunteers across Canada through training, research, and networking. Based in Toronto, the organization offers certification programs, workshops, and conferences that help nonprofit leaders develop effective fundraising strategies and strengthen their organizations' sustainability. The foundation brings together fundraisers from across the country to share best practices, access resources, and advance the sector's knowledge of donor relations and philanthropic giving. By investing in professional development and peer learning, AFP Foundation supports the broader nonprofit community's ability to respond to local and national causes.
- AFRICA INLAND MISSION INTERNATIONAL (CANADA)SCARBOROUGH
Africa Inland Mission International (Canada) operates from Scarborough to support community development and spiritual outreach across Africa. The organization funds schools, healthcare facilities, and training programs in rural and underserved regions, working with local partners to build sustainable infrastructure. Their projects focus on education for children and adults, medical services, and economic development initiatives that strengthen communities from within. The charity mobilizes Canadian donors and volunteers to partner with African churches and organizations, creating long-term relationships rather than short-term aid. By connecting people across continents, Africa Inland Mission International channels resources where local leadership identifies the greatest needs, whether in building classrooms, training teachers, supporting health workers, or developing agricultural programs.
- AFRICAN AID INTERNATIONALTORONTO
African Aid International operates programs that address poverty, healthcare access, and education in African communities. Based in Toronto, the organization works directly with local partners to deliver medical services, build schools, and support economic development initiatives across multiple countries. Their projects focus on sustainable change by training local health workers, establishing educational facilities, and creating opportunities for economic self-sufficiency. The charity coordinates volunteer efforts and fundraising campaigns to support these on-the-ground initiatives, connecting Toronto donors with communities where resources can make immediate, measurable differences in daily life and long-term development.
- AFRICAN CANADIAN COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOUNDATIONBRAMPTON
The African Canadian Community Support Foundation provides social services to Black African and Caribbean communities in Brampton and the GTA. The organization offers settlement support for newcomers, employment counseling and job training, mental health services, youth mentorship programs, and family support initiatives. The foundation works to address barriers that African Canadian residents face in accessing mainstream services, creating culturally appropriate programs delivered by staff who understand the community's specific needs. Through direct assistance, advocacy, and partnership with other service providers, the foundation helps individuals and families navigate housing, education, healthcare, and economic integration while strengthening social connections within the community.
- AFRICAN COMMUNITY SERVICES OF PEELBRAMPTON
African Community Services of Peel provides settlement support, employment assistance, and cultural programming for African immigrants and refugees in Brampton and the surrounding region. The organization helps newcomers navigate the Canadian job market through skills training and placement services, offers language support and credential recognition guidance, and connects families with housing resources and social services. ACSP also runs cultural events and youth programs that help preserve heritage while building community bonds. The charity addresses barriers that African newcomers face in establishing themselves, from accessing healthcare to understanding local systems, with staff and volunteers who understand both the challenges of migration and the specific needs of the community they serve.
- AFRICAN LEADERSHIP MISSIONMISSISSAUGA
African Leadership Mission provides educational and mentorship programs for youth from African and Caribbean backgrounds across the GTA. The organization offers academic support, leadership development workshops, and career guidance to help young people build confidence and pursue higher education and professional opportunities. Through one-on-one mentoring, group sessions, and community events, African Leadership Mission works to address barriers that students from immigrant and racialized communities face in accessing resources and networks. The organization is based in Mississauga and connects participants with role models, professionals, and peers who share similar backgrounds and experiences.
- AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF CANADATORONTO
The African Methodist Episcopal Church of Canada operates congregations across Toronto and beyond, providing spiritual guidance, worship services, and community support rooted in the African Methodist Episcopal tradition. The church serves its members and broader community through religious education, pastoral care, and social outreach programs. Operating within a faith framework that emphasizes social justice and community welfare, the organization creates spaces for worship, fellowship, and spiritual development. The church addresses both spiritual needs and practical community concerns, offering support to those seeking religious community and guidance.