Thank You for your support!

​Thank you to everyone who supported our Virtual Shoebox Drive in 2020! We are so grateful that we were able to provide gifts to local women impacted by homelessness during this particularly difficult time.

The drive is now over until next holiday season, but you can support our efforts all year long! 

Here's how you can help in the off-season:
100% of your donation will go toward purchasing gift cards and essentials for local women impacted by homelessness.
Questions? Email our team at boston@shoeboxproject.com

Homelessness in Massachusetts

90%

In Boston, since 1999, over 90% of homeless women cared for by Health Care Without Walls have reported physical, sexual, psychological or emotional trauma, many with experiences starting in childhood and occurring throughout their lives, including during pregnancy and into their 90’s.

Safety

2017 data sites the main reasons families in MA sought an emergency assistance (EA) shelter were: Domestic violence (13%), Health and safety concerns (57%)

84%

84% more WOMEN experiencing homelessness develop chronic conditions like diabetes, chronic bronchitis, asthma, and hypertension than those who are not homeless, and in Boston an astounding 94% have multiple complex issues. 

Local Coordinator

​Jenean Ascione
Originally from Los Angeles, I have lived and worked in and around Boston for the better part of 20 years. I currently live in Reading, MA with my husband and young daughter. I am excited to begin working with Shoebox Project Boston to support and empower women experiencing homelessness in the city and hope you will join me in this mission!

Our Shoeboxes go to Women Accessing the Following Agencies:

Erich Lindemann Mental Health Center
Women's Inn at Pine Street

Make a Shoebox

Each Shoebox is special and made unique with your personal touch. It's fun and rewarding and every Shoebox helps a woman experiencing homeless remember that she is loved and valuable.

Become an Organizer

Making a Shoebox is a great activity to do with your friends, family, coworkers, or any other group of people in your life! Host a party and do something good. Every Shoebox counts!

Corporate Donations

Items or in-kind donations are gladly accepted and will be used to fill even more Shoeboxes. If your company would like to donate, please contact us. 

Spread the Word

We need help to spread the word in your community. Please consider giving us a shout out or sharing what you're doing on social media. It really helps!