- Since 2023, the campaign has raised more than $257,000 for Kids Help Phone. -OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Giant Tiger Stores Limited is proud to announce the launch of its three-year partnership with Kids Help Phone to create an exclusive pink shirt to raise funds and awareness for Anti-Bullying Day. This shirt was designed in collaboration with the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) and Ottawa-based artist and illustrator, Nevada May. Available now in select Giant Tiger stores and online at GiantTiger.com, 100% of profits raised from the sale of this shirt are donated to Kids Help Phone to support e-mental health services. With over 260 locally owned stores leading the way, Giant Tiger's charitable merchandise programs are driving meaningful change. We remain committed to making a positive impact on our neighbours, friends, and families, ensuring that every initiative supports the communities we proudly serve.The new design reflects Giant Tiger's commitment to supporting organizations that create real, lasting change in our communities. New this year, Giant Tiger partnered with the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) to host a two-part workshop for youth aged 15-25, led by illustrator and comic book artist Andy Akangah. Participants developed original t-shirt designs during the sessions, and Nevada May's standout design was chosen as the official artwork for the new shirt. To celebrate this collaboration, the OAG will host a public exhibition, Creating Kindness, showcasing the unique designs from February 1 to April 27, 2025. To explore the new design and learn more about the artist, click HERE."To me, Anti-Bullying Day is about recognizing the power our words and actions have on others-and choosing to be good to each other. I've always been inspired by the way art can foster connection and understanding without needing words," said Ottawa-based artist and illustrator, Nevada May. "When my design was selected for this campaign, I was thrilled to know it would be seen across the country, raising awareness and funds for Kids Help Phone. My goal with this piece was to create a sense of belonging-not just to a specific group, but to a broader community. Art has the power to shape how we see ourselves and the world, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an important cause.""We are incredibly proud to partner with Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone to amplify the power of art in fostering empathy, understanding, and connection. This collaboration not only helps raise awareness for Anti-Bullying Day, but also empowers youth to express their experiences and challenges through creativity. The unique designs created by young artists, culminating in Nevada May's outstanding ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
