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Welcome to Purses With A Purpose!

We are a charitable organization dedicated to helping those in need. Our mission is to make a positive impact in our community and beyond. Thank you for visiting our website and learning more about our work.

How to Donate

In a gently used, or new medium to large purse, Please add the 12 essemtial items listed below. We will also accept empty purses or some of the essential items.


Now, you can donate in two easy ways:


Drop off at business locations, which will be posted in September. 


Drop off to Community Representatives in your area - Contact the person on the list that lives the closest to you to make arrangements.

Our 2025 Campaign Starts September 1st and Ends November 22nd.

Items We Accept

Essential Items

Essential Items

Essential Items

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Deodorant
  • Body or Hand Lotion
  • Shampoo
  • Lip Balm
  • Body Wash
  • Tampons or Sanitary Napkins
  • Hats or Scarves
  • Warm Socks
  • Mitts or Gloves
  • A Personal Note of Encouragement- these messages are deeply cherished


Helpful Extras

Essential Items

Essential Items

  • Coffee, Dollar Store or PC Gift Cards
  • Nail Polish 
  • Combs or Brushes
  • Packaged Treats
  • Purse Sized Tissues
  • Notepad and Pen


If you’d like to donate an item not on the list, please contact your community representative for guidance. Their information is listed below.

Drop Off Bin Locations

To Be Announced



Community Representatives

Burlington Region

 

South Burlington                                                    Bev                    bevkerekes@hotmail.com   

Nelson                                                                          Lucy                  park.wise176@gmail.com  

Aldershot                                                                   Katie                 katielynch744@gmail.com                       

Palmer/Headon Forest/Mountainside    Christine         christine.purses@gmail.com  

Millcroft/Orchard/Alton                                  Lisa                     lisawiththecats@outlook.com  

Downtown                                                               Jennifer            jijconsulting2023@gmail.com

Maple Avenue                                                        Sandra               sjvanderlip@gmail.com

Augustus/Young                                                   Chris                  chrispasalic@hotmail.com 

Walkers/ Lakeshore                                           Lynn                    lynns.biscottis@hotmail.com

Hamilton Region

   

Waterdown                                                           Emily                     emilykw531@gmail.com

Hamilton Mountain                                          Julie                       bentley29@rogers.com

Greater Toronto Region

   

 Oakville                                                                 Cathy                    cathymccrory61@gmail.com

Milton                                                                      Susan                    queenbeeis@hotmail.com

 If you are not within these areas or would like to contact the Purses with Purpose team, kindly see the contacts below: 

 

Joyce                          purses.with.a.purpose.01@gmail.com   

Dianne                       ladydmp53@gmail.com


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