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Your kindness is summer magic!✨ Ever wonder exactly how far your donation to the @TorontoStar #StarFreshAirFund goes? We’ve crunched the numbers from our 2025 season to show the impact YOU made. Help us send more kids to camp this year: linktr.ee/torontostarchi…

The 2026 Fresh Air Fund campaign is live! ✨ Kicking off this season, Toronto Star senior writer Francine Kopun shares a heartwarming tale of how her love of water and swimming began at summer camp. linktr.ee/torontostarchi… Photo creds: Dreamsite #camping #summer #donate

Reminder! The @TorontoStar #StarFreshAirFund Campaign starts this weekend! Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Join us as we share inspiring stories about the camps, campers, our donor community, and heartwarming personal tales, among other highlights! linktr.ee/torontostarchi…

Since the very beginning, you’ve been right by our side. From generous donations and creative fundraisers to the incredible kids who donate their birthday money to initiatives like our upcoming #StarFreshAirFund! Campaign begins May 9! linktr.ee/torontostarchi… Pic: Star files

Happy #GlobalYouthServiceDay! What a perfect finale to #VolunteerAppreciationWeek! A huge shout-out to the incredible youth who fueled our 2025 #starSantaClausFund campaign. You're superstars! Thank you for making a difference. Pics provided by volunteers linktr.ee/torontostarchi…

We’re keeping the #VolunteerAppreciationWeek party going with a look back at our 2025 @TorontoStar #SantaClausFund campaign. To everyone who showed up to spread hope and joy, Thank you! We couldn't do this without you! #NVW2026 Pictures provided by volunteers Music via Canva

It is #VolunteerAppreciationWeek!🌟 To kick things off, we want to share some of the incredible volunteer statistics from the 2025 Santa Claus Fund! We are beyond grateful for every hour, every smile, and every act of kindness you, our volunteers gave. You make the magic happen!

@DavidNarcisoCA Thank you for your incredible support!

Thank you @TStarCharities for the thoughtful note and bottle. Proud to support the Santa Claus Fund and the work you do for families across Toronto. Looking forward to contributing again this year. #Toronto #Community #GivingBack

Time to dust off those adventure goggles! From sports and science to wilderness treks, @TorontoStar #FreshAirFund gives kids life-changing summer experiences. Help us make Summer 2026 unforgettable for every child. linktr.ee/torontostarchi… 📍 Camp Scugog, Summer 2025

Mark your calendars! #StarFreshAirFund Campaign begins on Saturday, May 9th, 2026. Stay tuned as @TorontoStar will feature inspiring stories, including spotlights on campers, camps, writers' personal adventures and more! linktr.ee/torontostarchi…

Throwback to sun-soaked days and camp memories that last a lifetime! Thanks to you, we’re breaking down financial barriers and giving children a chance to experience the joy of summer camp. linktr.ee/torontostarchi… #SummerForAll #starfreshairfund Photo: Star Archives

This April, we’re celebrating the neurodivergent community and building a world where everyone belongs. At @TStarCharities , we’re proud to support organizations that empower neurodivergent individuals to thrive. Let’s lead with kindness! Learn more at:un.org/en/observances…

The @TorontoStar Fresh Air Fund: where a week at camp turns into a life of adventure! linktr.ee/torontostarchi… The Toronto Star Fresh Air Fund provides grants to camps to subsidize camp fees for financially vulnerable children.#starfreshairdfund Music via Canva from Pixabay

The Fresh Air Fund 2026 Grant Camp Applications are closed. Thank you to all the camps that submitted applications! Decisions about grants will be made in April or May. linktr.ee/torontostarchi… #StarFreshAirFund #summercamp #donate #torontostar

Happy World Social Work Day! #WSWD2026 Today, we’re pausing to celebrate the incredible #SocialServiceWorkforce. We are incredibly proud to partner with such dedicated social workers through our initiatives. Thank you for your heart, your expertise, and for making a difference!

Since 1901 #StarFreshAirFund has helped financially vulnerable children enjoy a rewarding and fun summer camp experience. 📢 CAMPS: Grant applications are due THIS Friday, March 13th! linktr.ee/torontostarchi… #SummerCamp #TorontoStar #ThrowbackThursday Pic: Star archives

The Fresh Air Fund 2026 Grant Camp Applications are due in a week! The deadline is March 13th 2026. Camps! Apply now for funding to subsidize kids who otherwise wouldn't be able to attend summer camp. Link here: linktr.ee/torontostarchi… #StarFreshAirFund #summercamp #donate

This year’s UN theme calls for action to dismantle all barriers to equal justice: discriminatory laws, weak legal protections, and harmful practices and social norms that erode the rights of women and girls. To learn more go to @UN_Women

Expanding our #IWD2026 celebration! While there are many great themes this year, we are aligning our future resources with the official UN theme: “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls”

Empowered women, brighter tomorrows. 💜 This #IWD2026, we’re celebrating #GiveToGain. By providing donations, advocacy, and time, we create a more supportive world. Stay tuned as we spotlight one inspiring organization in our @TStarCharities community.