Pass the Joy
A little extra support, A little more holiday joy
The holidays are a time for family, connection and making memories together. But for some families, this season can also bring added challenges.
About This Program
Helping families feel supported this holiday season
Through Pass the Joy, the John Tavares Foundation brings our community together to support families who could use a helping hand during the holidays. From warm winter clothing and household essentials to thoughtful gifts for each family member, we’re passing joy forward and helping make the season a little brighter.
We believe every family deserves to feel supported by their community and experience moments of joy during the holidays.
Pass the Joy brings together essentials and thoughtful gifts based on each family’s needs and wishes, helping create a little more comfort, connection and joy throughout the season.
How It Works
1. Apply or nominate
Apply for your own family or nominate a family you know, with their permission.
2. Share the family’s wishes
Tell us about each family member, along with the essentials, household items and gifts that would make the season a little brighter.
3. Our team reviews
Our team will review applications and nominations and be in touch regarding next steps.
Apply or Nominate a Family
If your family lives in the Greater Toronto Area and could use some extra support this holiday season, we invite you to apply. You can also nominate a family living in the GTA, with their permission.
Complete the following form and tell us a little about the family. We’ll ask for contact and drop-off information, clothing sizes, and a wish list for each family member.
Applications and nominations close December 6, 2026.
Together, we can make the season brighter.
When we support families, we help create stronger communities and brighter futures.