Every minute, someone faces abuse in their own home – a place that should be safe. In Canada, over 139,000 people were victims of family violence in 2023, with intimate partner violence affecting more than 123,000 individuals according to Statistics Canada. Additionally, 96% of domestic violence victims experience economic abuse by family members– a widespread yet often overlooked form of control that can significantly prevent victims from moving forward and rebuilding their lives.
These numbers are not just statistics. They represent lives disrupted, families fractured, and cycles of trauma that too often go unbroken.
The Allstate Foundation of Canada
Since 1977, the Allstate Foundation of Canada has empowered Allstate employees to create lasting, meaningful impact in communities across the country. Guided by a commitment to inclusion, involvement and empowerment, The Foundation focuses on breaking down barriers to financial independence for those who need it most.
Working in close partnership, Allstate collaborates with Canadian non-profit organizations to deliver innovative short and long-term solutions that address the evolving needs identified by our communities, charity partners, and grantees.
The Allstate Foundation of Canada is helping to disrupt the cycle of domestic abuse by investing in nonprofits that are working on innovative solutions to create real and sustainable change.
Charitable Partners & Their Impact
1. Canadian Women’s Foundation
Who They Are
The Canadian Women’s Foundation is Canada’s public foundation for gender justice and equality. They grow support for grassroots feminist action, partner with communities and organizations to improve conditions, and build diverse leadership and knowledge for sustainable change.
They believe that every woman, girl, and gender diverse person have the power, safety, support and rights to thrive – today and tomorrow.
Their Impact
This year, The Allstate Foundation of Canada is making a difference with a $50,000 grant to support the Canadian Women’s Foundation’s Rebuilding Lives program. This vital program funds organizations that help survivors experiencing intimate partner violence find safe housing, access sexual violence supports, counselling, and legal assistance, as well as provide help for children who witness this type of abuse.
Thanks to Allstate’s support, the Foundation can expand access to emergency and recovery services, while also driving systemic change to reduce violence by an abusive partner.
2. Women’s Shelters Canada
Who They Are
Women’s Shelters Canada (WSC) plays a vital role in uniting and empowering shelter organizations across the country. As a national voice for the shelter sector, WSC works to end gender-based violence through advocacy, capacity building, and systemic change.
Their Impact
In 2025, with support from The Allstate Foundation of Canada through a $50,000 grant, WSC is launching a participatory strategic planning process to shape its future direction. This initiative will engage shelters, community partners, and survivors to ensure that the organization’s priorities reflect the evolving needs of those on the front lines.
Funding will also support training on anti-racism, truth and reconciliation, and intersectional practice – strengthening WSC’s ability to serve shelters and advocate for survivors more effectively.
3. Shelter Movers
Who They Are
Shelter Movers is a national, volunteer-powered charity offering free moving and storage services to individuals and families fleeing abuse. They collaborate with local businesses and community agencies to support people, primarily women and children, as they transition to a life free of violence.
Their Impact
This year, The Allstate Foundation of Canada is contributing a total of $50,000 to help support Shelter Movers’ general operations for logistics, volunteer engagement and recruitment, and direct moving costs.
With support from The Allstate Foundation of Canada, Shelter Movers will work to improve safety and financial well-being of individuals fleeing violence but also strengthen the capacity of service providers and raise public awareness about the signs, causes and consequences of abuse – including financial and psychological abuse.
By empowering survivors and enhancing support, the goal is to contribute to long-term societal change and a measurable reduction in domestic violence across Canada.
4. Future Black Female
Who They Are
Future Black Female is a non-profit organization that works to empower Black girls and women between the ages of 16 and 22 to take charge of their education and career paths as well as their social, political, and civic engagement.
Their Impact
This year, Future Black Female will receive a $25,000 grant from The Allstate Foundation of Canada to further the impact of their Black Youths United Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) initiative.
Through this initiative, Future Black Female will deliver interactive workshops that teach youth how to recognize, prevent, and respond to gender-based violence, while also offering immediate support services such as counselling, legal aid, and crisis intervention. Through culturally relevant educational materials, awareness campaigns, and strong local partnerships, the program will ensure support is both accessible and community specific.
5. YWCA Canada
Who They Are
YWCA Canada is the country’s oldest and largest gender equity organization. Through 29 local YWCAs, YWCA reaches more than one million women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people nationwide. As a secular, registered charity, YWCA drives systemic change through advocacy and responds to urgent community needs through local programs and services.
Their Impact
To help expand YWCA’s impact, The Allstate Foundation plans to provide a $25,000 donation to the National Emergency Survivor Support fund, which provides direct financial aid for women and gender-diverse people fleeing violence. This fund will help address one of the most significant barriers to leaving: lack of money.
Overall, the goal of the funding is to provide immediate financial relief and safe housing to survivors, while also helping to reduce shelter crowding and support survivors’ long-term stability.
6. Boys and Girls Club of Canada
Who They Are
For over 125 years, BGC Canada has been creating opportunities for millions of Canadian kids and teens. Their mission is to provide safe, supportive places where children and young people can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships, and develop confidence and skills for life.
Their Impact
This year, The Allstate Foundation of Canada is supporting BGC Canada through a $25,000 donation towards the Respect2Connect (R2C) program. This program will provide young people with the techniques and tools to develop and sustain healthy relationships. Grounded in the belief that healthy relationships begin with self-care, the program embraces diverse perspectives and lived experiences. Through a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach, R2C will help youth develop essential skills – like communication and conflict resolution – that are key to preventing violence and breaking cycles of abuse.
7. Kids Help Phone
Who They Are
Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, multilingual, and confidential support to help all young people Feel Out Loud.
Their Impact
With a $25,000 donation from The Allstate Foundation of Canada, Kids Help Phone will continue to provide immediate access to professional counselling, crisis text lines and over 400,000 online resources to the diverse needs of youth across the country. The services they provide will be confidential, multilingual and accessible to youth ages 5 to 29, offering support for those facing emotional abuse, violence, or mental health challenges.
Empowering Change Through Community Investment
By investing in Canadian charities, people, and systems that support survivors, The Allstate Foundation of Canada is helping to build a stronger, more resilient network – one that’s equipped to drive meaningful, lasting change.
Join us in advancing solutions to disrupting the cycle of domestic abuse across Canada by visiting our nonprofit partner websites to learn how you can get involved.
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