• Why do I have to sign up?

We need to be able to keep track of how many boxes our community members are pledging to build so that we can help as many individuals and families as possible.

• When does it start? And how long does it last? 

The campaign starts on November 10th and will run for 30 days through December 9th (the day of the Winter Fest).

• How does it work?

Go to the Campaign Participants page to view more details. 

• How many boxes can I build?

You can build as many boxes as you want! Just let us know when you sign up so that we can keep track.

• Can I do this with my friends?

Of course! Feel free to join together with one or more friends to build one or more boxes together.

• Do I have to be Malayalee to build a Giving Box?

No! Allies and friends of our community are more than welcome to build a Giving Box. The more help, the merrier! 

• What kind of boxes can I use?

Use a large enough box to fit all of the items you will be donating over the 30 day period. You can even decorate your box with colourful wrapping paper to make it festive and looking more like a gift. Make sure it’s sturdy so that it can be delivered in one piece!

• How do I find a box?

You can purchase a box from Canadian Tire, Home Depot or any other home improvement store. You can also ask your local grocery store for empty boxes. 

• How much would a Giving Box cost?

We expect a Giving Box to cost around $100 on average. We recommend buying in bulk or shopping sales to reduce costs.

• What if my Giving Box is too heavy to drop off?

Inform the MAQ Community Outreach Coordinator at elizabeth.chacko@gmail.com and she will work with you to find the best way to collect your box.

• Can I sign up after November 10th?

Yes! You can sign up and participate up until December 10th. 

• Can I help in other ways?

Yes! Help is always welcome. If you cannot pledge to building a box, then that’s totally ok. You can give a monetary donation through this form and all proceeds collected for this campaign will be used to purchase new items to supplement the Giving Boxes being built by our participants.

• Who will I be helping?

Your generous donations will be helping individuals and families in need within the Malayalee community itself. And if we collect more than we can distribute, we will donate boxes to local women's shelters, food banks or other charitable organizations.

• Where can I learn about updates?

Join our dedicated WhatsApp group, where we'll be sharing updates and answering questions. Go to the Campaign Participants page to learn more.

• Who can I speak to about other questions?

Contact the MAQ Community Outreach Coordinator at elizabeth.chacko@gmail.com. 

• Can I nominate more than one person?
  Yes! Please submit a new nomination form for every individual or family that does not reside in the same household.

• What if the same person or family is / are nominated multiple times?

Each nomination will be combined with the others received for the same person or family.

• Will the nomination list be shared?

No, all nominations will be kept strictly confidential and will only be known to campaign organizers.

• Who can I speak to about other questions?

Contact the MAQ Community Outreach Coordinator at elizabeth.chacko@gmail.com.