Outreach
Out of the Cold
Public health directives at the onset of the Covid-19 Pandemic required closure of the program. The Friday evening Community Meal and Sleepover for up to 30 adult Homeless individuals has been suspended for the foreseeable future.
Instead, the Out of the Cold partners provide Sunday meals to Agincourt Community Services (ACSA) for distribution between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm as follows:
- Tuesday to Saturday at 4155 Sheppard Ave. E.
- Sunday to Monday at 202 Markham Rd.
Note:
Sunday meals are supported by the Out of the Cold program.
Click here to go to the Out of the Cold Foundation | Find a Location – Toronto
Hotel Shelter Programs
Another key area of support is Outreach to the Hotel Shelter programs in Scarborough. Residents look forward to the Social Mixers – buffet, live music, a fun raffle – and the distribution of personal care items and the opportunity to choose items of clothing.
Outreach Activites
- Annual “Change for Change” project to support a charitable organization identified and organized by the Christian Education Committee
- Collection of prescription glasses on behalf of Medical Ministries International
- Participation in the City of Toronto’s annual “Doors Open” campaign which highlights and makes accessible to the public significant buildings in Toronto such as Knox United Church
- Nearly New Shop which collects and sells gently used clothing in the Christian Education building at very low prices to the public each week (Wednesdays and the first Saturday of every month)
Mission and Service
Knox United Church works through the United Church of Canada’s Mission and Service to assist people around the world, across Canada and locally.
Agincourt Community Services
Association - ACSA
In the early 1970’s, eight local churches came together to assist local residents who were in need. Reverend Bruce Scott from Knox United Church devoted nearly half of his time in launching Agincourt Community Services Association (ACSA).
The work of ACSA continues after almost 50 years.
