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Welcome to WoodGreen
The face of poverty is changing. WoodGreen provides solutions.
WoodGreen is one of the largest social service agencies in Toronto, delivering a broad range of integrated programs — from physical, mental health and disability services to affordable housing and employment initiatives. For 85 years, we have worked with communities and policy makers to reduce poverty, enhance self-sufficiency, and promote health and wellbeing across the city.
As a United Way Anchor Agency with a proven track record, we are part of a network of local organizations striving to develop innovative solutions to critical social needs.
Our Impact
37,000
Individuals served anually
750+
Staff
1000+
Social housing units at 20 properties
460+
Children served in our child care centres
1,112+
People found Employment with our support
2,529
Newcomers received settlement support
17,475
Volunteering hours from our 674 active volunteers
1,660
Seniors participated in our Senior's Active Living Centres

What drives someone to support WoodGreen? One donor’s story
All over Toronto, people are helping others, lifting up their neighbours however they can. One
of those people is Norm Fraser.
A long-time Toronto resident, Norm deeply values supporting the very real efforts of those
seeking to bring real change to real people.
Deciding which organization would best convert his donation into making a difference was
key.
Latest News and Updates

25 September 2023
Equity in the everyday; WoodGreen’s approach to diversity
It’s not enough to just talk about the importance of diversity. Learn what WoodGreen's DIBE committee is doing to turn the organization into a centre of equity.
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21 September 2023
Ask Our Experts: How youth can find their first jobs
Getting your first job can be tough. We asked two of WoodGreen’s job coaches for their top tips to help young people find their first jobs.
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14 September 2023
Helping youth navigate a way out of homelessness
Years spent couch-surfing, in shelters or on the street had Zak facing a lifetime of homelessness.A WoodGreen program is now giving him hope.
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