What We Do

Our Mission

Oftentimes, those experiencing homelessness feel degraded, unwanted, and invisible while in public. Emma’s Winter Bundles’ mission is to do everything but that - we want to brighten the days of people living on the street or in shelters by handing out bags (bundles) filled with various goods to help keep people warm in the harsh winters and have a full stomach. We want to show them that people care about them, too. Additionally, we work with sports teams, community groups, and other volunteers to help them get involved, raise awareness about this ongoing homelessness crisis, and advocate for what more needs to be done to help resolve it.

What We’ve Achieved

  • Raised over $80 000

  • Handed out over 3000 winter bundles

  • Worked in nearly 30 communities

  • Supported over 40 homeless shelters

  • Over 300 volunteers have contributed

  • Have been recognized by over 10 media outlets

  • Hosted 3 very successful golf tournament fundraisers

  • Collected hundreds of non-perishable food items for the Ottawa Food Bank

What is in a Bundle?

  • Sewed hat, mittens & neck-warmer

  • Thermal socks

  • $10 Mcdonald’s gift card

  • Tissues & wipes

  • Chapstick

  • Water

  • Hand and feet warmers

  • Thermal blanket

  • Feminine hygeine products

  • Masks

  • Granola bars, cookies, fruit, treat

  • Hand written card