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It all started with one call. When @j.mashadow (Jessica Machado) reached out, she shared something incredible: her mother, @angelapimentelmachado (Angela Machado), a philanthropist in the Portuguese community, spearheaded a donation drive of brand-new essential items for women in shelters. And this time, she did it all for Street Haven. Through her women’s group, Circle of Friends / Festa das Amigas, a powerhouse network of more than 150 women in Toronto, Angela mobilized generosity into action. What struck us most wasn’t just the volume of items collected, but the heart behind it. Angela is someone who raises over a million dollars annually for Princess Margaret in her spare time, and yet she still makes space to support Street Haven as well. Meeting Angela and her daughter, Jessica and seeing how philanthropy and community leadership have been passed down from one generation to the next was truly heartwarming. To Angela Machado and the incredible women of Circle of Friends / Festa das Amigas: Thank you. Your generosity will directly support women at Street Haven with dignity, comfort, and care. We are so grateful to you both, and we look forward to continuing this beautiful partnership. 💛 #WomenSupportingWomen #CommunityLeadership #StreetHaven #Gratitude #CircleofFriends #Festadasamigas #PortugeuseCanadians

Join our Team! ⭐ We’re looking for more than someone who understands Employment Ontario; we’re looking for a relationship-builder. Street Haven is hiring a Community Integration Specialist who can hold space for women navigating barriers while confidently engaging employers across the city. We're looking for someone who: • Builds trust quickly • Initiates conversations with confidence • Thinks strategically about matching talent to opportunity • Balances empathy with accountability • Communicates with clarity and conviction If you’re impact-driven, resilient, and thrive at the intersection of advocacy and business development, we’d love to hear from you! For more information and a full job description, visit our website. Link in bio. #JobOpportunity #StreetHaven #Training #Employment

Black History Month may be ending… but the message doesn’t stop here. We asked our staff, volunteers, and clients what Black History Month means to them, and their voices say it best: celebrate the legacy, honour the culture, recognize the contributions, and keep showing up with purpose. Because it’s not just a month, it’s a call to action to amplify Black voices and stand in solidarity, every day. Thank you for being part of the Street Haven community. ✨ #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #AmplifyBlackVoices #Toronto #CommunityCare

Navigating the World of Security! We recently hosted an incredible Security Guard Career Info Webinar, and we have to give a big thank you to Shantel Persaud from Paragon Security for sharing her time and knowledge with our participants. From training and licensing to real career pathways, our attendees walked away informed and equipped with the confidence and tools needed to take their next steps. ✨ Thank you to everyone who attended the webinar. We love getting to see our clients build skills, explore new career options, and move towards reaching their goals. Stay connected for upcoming workshops and information sessions through our social media and website. #WomeninSecurity #PanelDiscussion #CareersinSecurity #StreetHaven #Employment #Training #SupportServices

At 57, Diana never imagined she’d find herself in a shelter. After a domestic dispute, she found herself coming to Street Haven. Diana walked through the doors expecting the worst. She’d never been to a shelter before, but what she found was nothing like she had feared. Instead, she discovered a place filled with genuine care, where staff treated her with a kindness she’d never experienced. Now, Diana is looking towards a future with hope. Her goal is to live independently on her own, focusing on her health and connecting with her community. Thanks to Street Haven, Diana knows she has the support to help her achieve her goal.💙 #WomenSupportingWomen #ClientSpotlight #EndHomelessness #StreetHaven #CommunitySuppor

Meet Rebecca Janos — our newest volunteer! 💛 Rebecca came to Street Haven with the intention of giving back to women in the community, and we're so glad she's here. Motivated by a strong desire to support women navigating difficult circumstances, she’s passionate about expanding access to learning and skill-building and brings lived experience and genuine dedication to everything she does. As a new volunteer she is eager to immerse herself in the work, support the team, and contribute positively to the women and programs at Street Haven. Rebecca will also be helping us in our Donation Room. The donations we receive are essential for the women in our care, and having someone dedicated to sorting and organizing them means nothing goes to waste and every woman gets what she needs. Welcome to the Street Haven family, Rebecca! 🌟 #VolunteerSpotlight #StreetHaven #WomenSupportingWomen #GivingBack #MakingADifference