Holiday Wish List
Make This Holiday Season Extra Special
Your donations, monetary or in-kind, help make our holiday celebrations possible with gifts, comfort, and support to women and children healing from violence.
The items below were inspired by Letters to Santa from NSCSS clients. You can help make their holiday wishes come true by purchasing items from the list and sending them to Good Stuff Connection, where our team will assemble gifts for each recipient. You’re also welcome to include a holiday card if you wish!
There are 2 ways to give this season:
Donate an item: Choose a gift from our wish list and send it to Good Stuff Connection.
Make a donation: $50 helps provide a gift for one woman or child, while $200 helps provide gifts for a family. Donate online.
Gifts for Women / Single Moms
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Groceries (Loblaws, Safeway, Walmart, Costco)
Drugstores (Shoppers, London Drugs)
Amazon & major retailers
Transit/Uber/Compass Pass
Coffee shops (Starbucks, JJ Bean, etc.)
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Cozy pajamas, slippers, socks, robes
Toiletries & skincare sets
Hair tools (hair dryers, clips, combs, brushes)
Heating pads, weighted blankets, diffusers
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Towels, bedding (single/twin/queen)
Small electronics (earbuds, portable chargers)
Small kitchen items (kettles, coffee, tea, or tumblers)
Reusable water bottles or travel mugs
Stylish handbags, wallets, or scarves
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Candles, bath bombs, spa sets
Journals, planners, uplifting books
Handbags, scarves, jewelry
For Kids at NSCSS
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Gift card for lunches (Loblaws, McDonalds, etc.)
Popular Clothing Brands: Aritzia, Zara, Zumies
Google Play, Apple Store, Walmart, Amazon
EB Games, Indigo/Chapters
Transit/Uber/Compass Pass for teens
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Lego sets, dolls, action figures
Board games, puzzles
Arts, crafts kits
Play-Doh, building blocks
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Backpacks
Young adult novels, graphic novels
Headphones, earbuds, portable speakers
STEM toys, science kits
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Pajamas, socks, slippers
Movie passes, activity passes (skating, bowling, etc.)
Stuffed animals, cozy blankets
✨ New, quality items are deeply appreciated, helping our clients feel both cared for and respected. ✨
Thank you for helping bring a little extra joy to women and children in our community this holiday season!
“Wow! I never expected any gifts… It was nice to know that you didn’t forget about me and made the ‘transition’ of our first Christmas so nice. As I lay my baby to sleep in the beautiful quilt and I in my cozy PJs, we thank you.”
— Mom at SAGE Transition House
Where to send gifts
Good Stuff Connection Thrift Store
154 West 3rd Street, North Vancouver
Open daily: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
To send a monetary gift, please consider donating:
By phone: 604-987-0366
By cheque: to North Shore Crisis Services Society
Unit 200, 147 West 16 Street, North Vancouver, BC
Supporting NSCSS means supporting all the things our programs make possible, including:
One Gift, Endless Possibilities
Safe & Supportive Housing
Fully furnished, staffed, and peace of mind about tomorrow.
24/7 Crisis Support: 604-987-3374
Mornings, holidays, or middle of the night. Call anytime.
Bringing resources and community to single-parent families.
Support for Single Mothers
Support for Kids & Teens
From baby essentials, school supplies, to mental health support.
Healthy meals daily, including snacks and school lunches.
Food Security
Education & Job Training
Courses and program referrals to help women thrive.
Legal Advocacy
Guidance to protect rights and safety for women and families.
Multicultural services for new journeys, in English and Farsi.
Support for Newcomers
Supporting brave animal friends keeping their humans safe.
Room for Pets