Local · fast · 92¢ on the dollar
Light for families in the hard months.
We fund the unglamorous things that keep families afloat — a month's rent, a term's books, a full fridge. Quietly, quickly, and close to home.
48,000
people helped
1.2M
meals funded
92¢
per $1 to programs
14
neighbourhoods
This season’s campaign
Winter Relief 2026
Keeping the heat on and the cupboards full through the coldest months.
$186,400raised of $250,000
75% funded2,140 donors
Where it goes
Four ways we help
Full Fridge
Weekly grocery support and hot meals for families between paychecks.
Bright Start
Books, supplies, and after-school spots so kids don't fall behind.
Safe & Warm
Emergency rent and utility grants to keep families housed.
Helping Hands
Same-week crisis grants when something goes suddenly wrong.
“Lantern covered our rent the month my hours got cut. No forms in triplicate, no lecture — just a person who said 'we've got this'. We're back on our feet now, and giving monthly ourselves.”
— Maria, Pilsen
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