Hamilton Tiny Shelters

Hamilton Tiny Shelters Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters (HATS) is a practical response to gaps in the housing crisis.

Dear Friends of HATS,Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far to our Care Bag Initiative. Your generosity is hel...
01/09/2026

Dear Friends of HATS,

Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far to our Care Bag Initiative. Your generosity is helping us assemble meaningful, practical care bags that will be distributed throughout Hamilton in the weeks ahead.

Our care bags will be shared through our trusted community partners, including outreach teams, our hospitals, and support service agencies who work directly with individuals in need.

We are still collecting NEW, gender-neutral adult items for our handmade care bags:

• Warm gloves or mitts

• Winter hats

• Socks

• Underwear (men’s boxer briefs / women’s briefs)

• Travel-size hygiene kits (shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion)

• Toothbrush & toothpaste

• Deodorant

• Chapstick

• Pocket tissue packs

• Travel wipe packages

• Mini flashlights

• Hand & foot warmers

• $10 Tim Hortons gift cards

• Financial contributions toward bulk purchasing

Pick-Up & Drop-Off Deadline:

January 30, 2026

To arrange drop-off or pick-up, please contact Sue at [email protected].

Thank you again for your kindness, continued support, and compassion as we begin the New Year.

With appreciation,

Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters (HATS)

As we approach the winter season, we are launching our annual Care Bag Initiative—a community-wide effort to assemble 50...
12/03/2025

As we approach the winter season, we are launching our annual Care Bag Initiative—a community-wide effort to assemble 500+ handmade drawstring care bags filled with essential items that offer warmth, dignity, and relief during the coldest months of the year.
These bags are distributed by trusted community partners including
the HUB, Hamilton Police Service & Social Navigator Program, our hospitals, and Hamilton Court Services.
By supplying these agencies with practical, needed essentials, you are directly supporting the systems working daily to keep our community safe, stable, and cared for.
We are collecting NEW, gender-neutral adult items such as:
• Warm gloves and mitts
• Underwear (men’s boxer briefs and women’s briefs)
• Winter hats
• $10 Tim Hortons gift cards
• Deodorant
• Travel wipe packages
• Chapstick
• Pocket tissue packs
• Mini flashlights
• Hand and foot warmers
• Socks
• Toothpaste & toothbrushes
• Travel-size hygiene kits (shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion)
• Financial contributions that allow us to purchase items in bulk
Every donation—large or small—lightens the load for front-line agencies and helps prevent situations from escalating into medical or safety emergencies. It strengthens the fabric of our city and reflects the truth that we all deserve warmth and dignity.
If you wish to give, arrange a pick-up, or explore ways to support this initiative, please connect with Sue at [email protected]
Collection Deadline: January 30, 2026
Thank you for standing with us,
for choosing compassion in a time when it is needed most.

We’re thrilled to share that Sabine Atkins will be returning with her handmade Gnome Christmas Ornaments—a heartwarming ...
10/23/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Sabine Atkins will be returning with her handmade Gnome Christmas Ornaments—a heartwarming holiday tradition in support of HATS.
Each gnome is one-of-a-kind (except for the jolly red-toqued Santas) and will be available for $10 each at the British Legends Tribute concert. Every ornament includes a card explaining the fundraiser, and 100% of profits will be donated to HATS. Cash or e-transfer will be accepted!
At a previous sale, Sabine raised $6,500 for HATS—and this year, her goal is to hit $10,000. With your help, she just might do it.
These ornaments make perfect gifts, stocking stuffers, or sweet reminders of what community care looks like in action.

Get your tickets to the concert here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hats-annual-fundraiser-the-british-legends-tickets-1331790183289?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dear Friends of HATS,Our British Legends Tribute Concert is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to be part of ...
10/15/2025

Dear Friends of HATS,

Our British Legends Tribute Concert is just around the corner, and we’d love for you to be part of this meaningful evening!

📅 Saturday, November 1, 2025
🕢 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 Waterdown Legion – 79 Hamilton St. N, Waterdown

Come enjoy the iconic music of Rod Stewart, Elton John, and David Bowie, brought to life by the British Legends tribute band—all in support of the continued work of HATS to build safe, dignified shelter and wraparound care.

All proceeds go directly toward the Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters.

What to Expect:
🎶 Live legendary music
🍕 Pizza and coffee available for purchase
🍷 Beer, wine, and liquor at the bar for purchase

🎟 Grab your tickets now!
👉 Reserve your spot on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hats-annual-fundraiser-the-british-legends-tickets-1331790183289?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=PAdGRleANbzM1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1GRRXRJEUrC6ECL_hWJWoiCHOz8YPWmUI7mXM-JZPD4HcUD-SQN7Nqf056X_aem_g_VOt5mSfXyluqWCLPMIZw

Thank you for being part of our growing community. We can’t wait to see you there!

With gratitude,
The HATS Team
Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters

01/09/2025

Dear Friends of HATS,

As we approach the deadline for our "Care Bag" collection initiative, we wanted to take a moment to thank you for your support and remind you about this meaningful project.

With the snowy season upon us, we are working to fill 500 drawstring bags with critical, gender-neutral essentials for those unhoused in our community. Here’s a quick reminder of the items we are collecting (new items only, please):

Gloves, mitts
Hand warmers, foot warmers
Underwear (men’s boxer briefs and women’s briefs)
Winter hats
Mini flashlights
$10 Tim Hortons gift cards
Deodorant
Travel wipe packages
Chapstick
Pocket tissue (Kleenex)
The collection deadline is February 10, 2025, and distribution will take place at the end of February.

Together, we have the extraordinary opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of those in need, and we are so grateful to have your support in this initiative.

If you have any questions, need assistance arranging a pick-up, or want to explore other ways to contribute, please contact Sue at [email protected].

Thank you for standing with us and making a difference in our community.
With gratitude,
The HATS Team

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