SHIFT For Good

🕯️ When we lose a member of our community, we light these candles in their honour. Their presence will always be remembered. 🕯️

Today, we light a candle for a life that was just lost, a life that mattered deeply.

🧡They were more than their circumstances. They had a name, a story, and people who cared about them.

We hold space for them today, and every day.

💫 May their light continue to shine in the hearts of those who knew them.

As we start to settle into a new fall routine and look at busy calendars..we hope you will consider saving the date November 7th to join us for SHIFT's 3rd Annual Raising Hope Fundraiser
— but this time it isn’t your typical gala.

No assigned seats. No long speeches. Just incredible chef-inspired food stations, great music and a room full of people who care about our community.

If you've ever thought "that gala isn't for me..." well this one is!

Come mingle, connect and celebrate the individuals, businesses and partners who make SHIFT’s work possible.

All the impact of a gala. None of the gala.

Tickets Available HERE
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/raising-hope-3rd-annual-fundraising-event

On behalf of all of us here at SHIFT we are deeply saddened by the loss of Tina Molenaar.

Many of us know Tina as a former volunteer, Board member and long-time supporter of S.H.I.F.T . She was there in the earliest days, when the organization had few resources and depended almost entirely on volunteers. Tina gave not only her time, but her voice and standing in the community, advocating for S.H.I.F.T and helping build the credibility and support that allowed it to grow. Her contribution to S.H.I.F.T has become immeasurable.

Her legacy will live most profoundly in her family, in the four children she loved so fiercely, and in the many lives shaped by her generosity, faith and belief in others. S.H.I.F.T is only one part of what she leaves behind, but we are profoundly better because she was part of our story. She will be deeply missed.

Join us September 9th from 7-9pm at Boston Pizza in Alliston for a Trivia Night Party in support of SHIFT!
email: [email protected] to reserve your spot!

We had the BEST time Alliston Potato Festival and the Amazing job by the Alliston Business Improvement Association. Such a fun weekend.
Thanks to all those that donated to DUNK someone and to those that GOT DUNKED for a donation!
What a beautiful community we have!

We’re hiring! 📣

If you’re passionate about supporting our community and making a real impact, join us in creating safer, more supportive pathways for those experiencing homelessness! 💙

To apply please forward a copy of your resume and cover letter to us at [email protected]!

We are thrilled to be spending the day at the on August 8th from 10-4.

If you've ever been curious about SHIFT, we are open all day for tours and to answer your questions.

Our dunk tank is brought to you in partnership with our local Alliston Boston Pizza
(Find us there September 9th for Trivia Night...details coming soon!)

Come on by to dunk some familiar local faces for a good cause.
Susan Iacoucci Stephanie MacLellan for Mayor 2026 Chris Rapin Our Town Food Bank Alliston Food Bank Town of New Tecumseth Savanaha O'Reilly Tipsy Fox Pub & Grill - Alliston Giant Tiger Starbucks

Still a spot or two left if you have someone you would love to see in the dunk tank...tag them here!

For many of the individuals we support, pets are a source of comfort, companionship, and unconditional love. ❤️

From August 1–31, join Pet Valu Alliston in supporting pets in need by donating new, unopened pet food and supplies. Every donation will help ensure that individuals and their beloved companions have access to the resources they need, helping strengthen the bond between people and their pets during challenging times.🐾

Thank you to the team at Pet Valu Alliston for organizing this incredible initiative and for helping make a difference for people and pets in our community.

📍 Donations accepted at PetValu Alliston
📅 August 1–31, 2026

You are invited to join us for:

SHIFT's 3rd Annual Raising Hope Fundraiser
November 7th 7pm-9:30pm
Taste of Freedom, Tottenham

Instead of a traditional seated/plated gala event we have opted this year to keep things more social with a cocktail style reception (with amazing chef inspired food stations).
We are hosting our event at the historic (and some say haunted!) A Taste of Freedom Country Inn in Tottenham.

We'd love you to come join us for an evening of meaningful conversations, lots of community networking, delicious food and of course, a celebration of this community that makes what SHIFT does possible!

Tickets are available for purchase:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/raising-hope-3rd-annual-fundraising-event