Fair Start for Kids
The cost of returning to school each year is expensive. Many families facing economic challenges struggle to cover the extra costs inherent to a new school year, such as school supplies, runners and snacks.
Fair Start for Kids removes the stigma that surrounds poverty by providing over 600 children and youth with back-to-school supplies, new running shoes and healthy snacks yearly.
With Fair Start we set kids and families up for success!
Back-to-School Program Update 2025
We had a wonderful time at our Fair Start – Back-to-School distribution day! 600 children, accompanied by their parents, came by to pick up brand-new school supplies, running shoes, and snacks to start the school year strong.
A huge thank you to our generous donors, our amazing partners Monk Office and FrontRunners, and our supporters Soap for Hope, Greater Victoria Public Library and Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria.
Endless gratitude to all the incredible volunteers and staff whose hard work made this day such a success. Together, we’re helping kids head back to school with confidence and joy!
Donations can be made online, via e-transfer, or in person. You’re welcome to drop off a cheque or donate by credit card at our office at 625 Queens Ave.
