The Archdiocese of Toronto has begun its annual Sharelife campaign in parishes. It started last March 27, and it will run until the first week of June. Sharelife is raising funds to support over 40 Sharelife agencies who serves tens of thousands of people locally, the marginalized community, and countless more around the world regardless of religious affiliation. Given the growing needs of the community, it is crucial to meet this year’s Sharelife parish campaign goal of $13.8 million. By reaching this goal, Sharelife agencies will continue to offer walk-in counselling to those facing mental health issues; help victims of domestic violence; ensure isolated seniors are not forgotten; deliver food to children in developing countries; and help in providing essential international aid.
Last year, Sharelife achieved a significant stride in helping the vulnerable and the marginalized amid the persistent threat of COVID-19. Over 40,000 people received affordable mental health care; more than 65,000 people received food and meals; over 7,000 seniors received dignified care; and 316 refugees were provided with needed support. These are just among the many things that Sharelife achieved out of the 150,000 lives they have impacted.
Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers is one example of the agencies supported by Sharelife. Society of Sharing has been dedicated in serving isolated seniors in downtown Toronto since 1981, with a goal to reduce social isolation and loneliness. They recruit and train volunteers to provide companionship and friendship to frail and lonely seniors, and they also provide medical and shopping escort to seniors especially to those who have limited mobility. Over the years, Society of Sharing helped countless seniors to live independently and with dignity. To learn more about their amazing stories, please visit their website at societyofsharing.org.
Your continued support to Sharelife makes these programs possible. Help Sharelife reach its fundraising goal, help make a real difference in people’s lives. Donate today. Visit their website at https://sharelife.org/donate/