Donate Medical Supplies, Volunteer & Travel With Medical Supplies in Toronto

Not Just Tourists (NJT) Toronto collects donated medical supplies, packs them into suitcases at a weekly volunteer Packing Party, and sends them with travellers to clinics in communities that need them. NJT started in 1990 and has since sent over 10,000 suitcases and 2,500,000 lbs of medical supplies to 112 countries. NJT is run entirely by volunteers.

Donate Medical Supplies in Toronto

Have unused or surplus medical supplies at home, at a clinic, pharmacy or hospital? NJT Toronto accepts supplies such as gauze, bandages, dressings, gloves, syringes, IV kits, stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and other clinical equipment, plus empty full-sized suitcases. We cannot accept medicines, clothing, expired liquids or medical waste, and tax receipts are not available.

Where: Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 1L3 (in the basement)
When: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
How: fill out the Toronto donation form first and we will email you the next steps

Volunteer in Toronto

No medical experience is needed. The best way to start is the weekly Packing Party, where volunteers sort donated supplies and pack suitcases for travellers, with medical professionals on hand to guide you.

When: every Wednesday from 6:00 pm to about 8:30 pm, unless otherwise noted
Where: Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave (in the basement)
Other ways to help: picking up or dropping off supplies, hosting a suitcase drive, sharing flyers, and telling friends and family about NJT
Sign up: complete the Toronto volunteer application or email volunteer.to@njt.net

Take Medical Supplies Overseas From Toronto

Travelling soon? Make your trip count by carrying a suitcase of donated medical supplies to a clinic at your destination. NJT Toronto provides the packed suitcase, the supplies and a letter explaining the donation, and can suggest clinics in many destinations. Read what other travellers experienced on our Traveller Stories page, then apply on the Toronto Take Supplies page or email travellers.to@njt.net.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I donate medical supplies in Toronto?

At NJT Toronto, Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave (basement), on Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Please complete the online donation form first.