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The Toronto Star Children’s Charities has been bringing hope and joy to kids since 1901 through initiatives like the Santa Claus Fund and the Fresh Air Fund.
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Celebrate #randomactsofkindnessDay!
At @thestar.com Children's Charities, we work to bring hope and joy to financially vulnerable children, and today, we’re inviting you to do the same.
Some fun examples include:
Donate books and toys
Write a note of encouragement
Donate your extra change
February 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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The Fresh Air Fund 2026 Grant Camp Applications are open!
The deadline is Friday, March 13th, 2026.
Camps you can now apply for funding to subsidize children who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend. Link below.
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#StarFreshAirFund
February 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Can you feel it? The days are stretching out, the air is getting softer, and summer will be here before we know it. Warmth is on the way!
#starfreshairfund

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Pictures taken at Camp Scugog, summer of 2025.
February 4, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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We are so grateful to our incredible #starsantaclausfund donors who dug deep and helped us surpass our goal, with our total reaching $1,534,470.00!
@thestar.com 2025 Santa Claus Fund Donor list is available now! List in the link below:
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#donate #thankyouforyoursupport
January 29, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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Happy #FamilyLiteracyDay
Today we celebrate the magic of reading together! At @thestar.com Children’s Charities, we’re proud to include age-appropriate books from our book supplier #ScholasticCanada in every #StarSantaClausFund box.

Let’s keep growing together, one page at a time!
January 27, 2026 at 5:46 PM
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A Million Reasons to Smile!
You, our amazing community came together to raise an incredible $1,533,644 (and counting) for the 2025 #StarSantaClausFund.
To our donors, volunteers, and every single person who liked and shared our posts: Thank you!
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January 13, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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New year, same heart! ❤️ We hope you’re staying warm out there.

If you need a little mid-winter inspiration, check out the final two stories from our #starSantaClausFund 2025 campaign. They truly capture the magic of our community:
January 8, 2026 at 2:56 PM
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Big thanks to our amazing suppliers for helping us fill our #starSantaClausFund boxes! Your quick coordination and quality items make it possible for us to deliver magic and essentials to kids!
AMJ
Mover's Equipment & Supplies Ltd.
Joe Fresh
Scholastic
Toy RUs
Colgate
President's Choice
December 23, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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REMINDER!! You can win tickets to Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour and a two-night stay at SOHO Hotel!
Help us raise funds for @thestar.com Santa Claus Fund by donating, and you’ll be entered to win!
Contest ends at 11:59 PM ET on December 29, 2025.
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December 18, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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Check out this lovely feature from CityTV Toronto Breakfast Television of one of our @thestar.com #StarSantaClausFund stories for the 2025 campaign.
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An inspiring 10-year-old shares her story of kindness this holiday season
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December 16, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Give the gift of Joy, Hope, and Curiosity this Giving Tuesday!
On Dec 2nd, be part of @givingtuesday.bsky.social .
Your donation to the @thestar.com #starsantaclausfund helps us prepare a box overflowing with holiday happiness for a child who needs it most.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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Royson James recounts the story of how he first became involved with @thestar.com #starSantaClausFund. Over a decade later, he continues to spread joy by running one of the many depots delivering gifts!
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A Torontonian’s $120,000 donation left me awestruck. Inspired by the generosity, I found a way to give back
After a reader answered his charity callout with $120,000, this Star columnist went on to deliver gifts to Rexdale children every Christmas.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Calling all Beautiful People! Help us raise funds for @thestar.com Santa Claus Fund by donating, and you’ll be entered to win a pair of tickets to Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour and a two-night stay at SoHo Hotel!
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#starsantaclausfund #looptour #edsheeran
Ed Sheeran Loop Tour Contest Donation
Help us raise funds for The Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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@thestar.com's Senior Politics Reporter, David Rider, tells the wonderful story of Aryanna, a 10-year-old gift recipient, who gave a school presentation for Project Give Back, about how the #StarSantaClausFund brings magic to children across the city.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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We need you! 🎁
It's time to dust off those sleigh bells (and maybe your car keys!). We have 50,000 gifts waiting to be delivered to financially vulnerable children across the GTA!

Ready to bring hope and joy with just one delivery run?
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November 18, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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On this day, we stand united to honour the profound courage and unwavering commitment of all those who have served and continue to serve. We remember their immense sacrifice for our peace and freedom.
#LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #CanadaRemembers
November 11, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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“It’s people who make this season worth celebrating.”
- Debra Yeo, deputy editor and a contributor to the @thestar.com
Read this heartwarming tale from Debra Yeo, who recounts her favourite holiday tradition over the years and the value of family and community.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Check out this uplifting story by Josh McGinnis, staff reporter for the Toronto Star, who interviews David Mezzabotta a current donor whose passion for the fund started from his childhood years of receiving boxes himself.
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November 2, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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A Spooktacular Wish from The Toronto Star Children's Charities!We hope your night is full of treats, laughter, and safe, spooky fun. While tonight is all about treats and spooky fun, we're here every day to bring joy, hope, and curiosity to financially vulnerable children!
October 31, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Check out this beautiful and heartwarming story. Douglas Cudmore shares a lovely tribute to his mom, who passed away this year, reflecting on her enduring love for Christmas even when money was tight.

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My mom died this year. I keep this one possession of hers as a reminder of the magic she made for us, even when money was tight
The festive memento represents the holiday joy and warmth she created as a single, widowed parent.
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October 27, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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The countdown to holiday magic is on! 🌟
@thestar.com #StarSantaClausFund goal is $1.5 million. We need your help to reach it.
Donating today is a great way to get ahead of your holiday giving and bring joy to children! Let's reach the goal together!
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October 23, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Kicking off the 2025 @thestar.com Santa Claus Fund Campaign is Jordan Bitove, publisher of the Toronto Star.
Jordan shares a heartfelt sentiment of what this campaign means to Toronto.
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#starsantaclausfund #holidaytradition
Pics: Jordan Bitove, Steve Russell
October 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Mark your calendars!
@thestar.com #StarSantaClausFund campaign officially kicks off this Saturday, October 18th, 2025!
Can't wait? You don't have to! You can donate today and start bringing joy and hope to financially vulnerable kids across the GTA!
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October 15, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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@thestar.com #StarSantaClausFund has been a holiday tradition for over a century. Back in 1939, we aimed to support 24,000 children. Today, we deliver 50,000 gift boxes to financially vulnerable children!
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Pic: Star file archives
#ThrowbackThursday
October 9, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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You're invited to the Santa Claus Fund Volunteer Webinar!
Whether you're a returning volunteer or it's your first time with us, you're invited to our free informative webinar!
Click the link below to sign up (also in bio):

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#TorontoStar #SantaClausFund #TorontoVolunteers
October 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM