Founded by a survivor. Built to change lives.
Since 2013, The Toronto Local Charity has been building a world where youth aren’t held back by circumstances they didn’t choose.
Together, we can empower Toronto’s most vulnerable youth to turn self-doubt into self-determination.
With your support, we can give every youth a chance.
Real stories. Real people. Real change. Hear the impact of your donation from the youth who needed it most.
our impact
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Impact after TLC in one short lines
The numbers are clear. Systemic barriers are stacked against Toronto youth.
The Issue
>50%
of Ontario students experience psychological distress.
40%
of youth worry about rent and mortgage payments, month-to-month
60,000
Toronto residents live without basic Internet access.
A little push can help youth rise above their barriers.
The solution
mental Health Support
Social and emotional skills promote healthy choices and satisfaction.
Essential
Life Skills
Financial and emotional literacy lead to greater mental well-being.
Bridge the
Digital Divide
Access to digital devices and the Internet boosts educational outcomes.
Success Accelerator: Programs that give youth the tools to thrive.
The Toronto Local Charity operates Success Accelerator, our flagship initiative to uplift Toronto youth from surviving to thriving.
Our youth need more opportunities. Success Accelerator provides just that: opportunities to learn, improve, and face their unique challenges with newfound confidence.
Free of charge, our programs embody the same belief: that every youth deserves the power to write their own story.
Emotional Intelligence
Navigating today’s job market as a youth can be isolating and frustrating. Our emotional intelligence programs give them the upper hand.
Using EQi-2.0, the assessment used by companies like Google, BMO, and Deloitte, we help youth skillfully cope with rejection and stay motivated.
Financial Empowerment
Financial stress can be overwhelming, especially for youth balancing the needs of others.
Our financial empowerment programs help youth transform their relationship with money. Through new skills, insights, and strategies, we help youth develop a new mindset for long-term financial confidence.
Computer Donation
The digital divide in Toronto is holding many youth back from an ocean of opportunity.
With computer donations, we can provide the digital tools youth need to get ahead. As virtual opportunities become more common, digital access unlocks education, employment, and a path to independence.
How To Make an Impact
Whether you’re giving today or partnering through your organization, your support is helping the youth who need it most.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your donation directly funds youth programs delivered through our sister organization, Success Accelerator. This includes mental health workshops, life skills training, one-on-one coaching, and access to technology. The majority of funds go toward programs that support youth facing poverty, trauma, and systemic barriers.
Every donation helps provide practical tools and safe support for youth to build confidence, skills, and independence. From funding mentorship sessions to providing laptops and wellness programs, your support translates into measurable outcomes and real-life transformation.
Yes! Donors can support general programming or specific initiatives such as youth wellness, life skills development, or technology access. If you have a preference, you can indicate it during the donation process or contact our team for more information.
One-time donations help meet immediate needs, while monthly donations provide reliable, ongoing support that allows us to plan programs, support more youth, and respond quickly to emerging needs. Monthly giving creates long-term impact and stability for the youth we serve.