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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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!

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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I showed up to help Toronto’s most vulnerable children. Why the empty warehouse I arrived at left me awestruck I was blown away by the city's response to our efforts to make sure thousands of kids receive at least one gift box under their tree.

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From crashing a baby shower to watching Scarborough kids grow up — this volunteer has so much fun it feels ‘selfish’ Eva Chandler marks 10 years at her Scarborough depot, helping deliver holiday boxes to 50,000 Toronto-area children.

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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:

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

An inspiring 10-year-old shares her story of kindness this holiday season

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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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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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.

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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Ed Sheeran Loop Tour Contest Donation Help us raise funds for The Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund.

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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@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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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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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.

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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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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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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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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@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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Mark your Calendars, #starsantaclausfund Campaign starts Oct 18th, 2025!
Stay tuned as @thestar.com will be sharing heartwarming daily stories about the children, donors, volunteers, and agencies who will bring the program to life. linktr.ee/torontostarc...

As the weather cools and the holiday season approaches, we're filled with excitement and anticipation! Let's get a head start on spreading some joy and hope. #starsantaclausfund provides holiday gifts to 50,000 financially vulnerable children.
Donate today
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Celebrate National Volunteer Week with Us!
We’re kicking off this special week by sharing some of the heartwarming highlights from our 2024 Santa Claus season.
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Music Happy Day by Collin Scudder

Happy Tuesday!
In this month of friendship and love, let's be kind and keep spreading joy and hope!

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We did it! Or better you, our amazing and kind community did it!
You helped us not only reach but surpass the #StarSantaClausFund 2024 goal, raising an incredible $1,601,324!
The 2024
The @torontostar.bsky.social @thestar.com Santa Claus Fund Donor list is available now!
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A Thank you message to our supportive and incredible community!
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