“When we give, we gain.” This simple yet powerful idea sits at the heart of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026. As the world marks 115 years of celebrating the achievements of women, it’s an opportunity to reflect on how each of us can help move that progress forward.
Progress is powered in many ways — through donations, shared resources, advocacy, volunteering and mentorship. When those efforts back organizations advancing women and gender equity, they help open doors, amplify voices and strengthen communities for everyone.
Across Toronto, organizations are advancing gender equity in countless ways. Some are creating positive sports experiences for Muslim women and girls. Others are leading law reform efforts or using art to help women share their stories. These examples offer just a glimpse of the work happening across our city.
This IWD, consider what you can give — and what we all gain when you do.
- 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations
- Abiona Centre
- Adornment Stories
- Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services
- ASE Community Foundation for Black Canadians
- Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic
- Breathe Midwives
- Call Auntie Clinic
- CANVAS Arts Action Programs
- Flaunt it Movement
- Hijabi Ballers
- Iranian Women's Organization Ontario
- Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women's Empowerment
- Lady Ballers Camp
- Lay-Up Youth Basketball
- North York Women's Shelter
- Planned Parenthood Toronto
- Riverdale Immigrant Women's Centre
- Women's Hostels Inc. (Nellie’s)
- Women’s Legal, Education and Action Fund (LEAF)