A group of Torontonians with big hearts are helping some of the city's neediest stay warm on the streets.

The tireless group is trying to make it a little easier for the city's homeless by dolling out backpacks filled with a few items many people take for granted, ones that make a big difference for someone sleeping on the sidewalk.

Inside each is a brush, some soap and a clean towel, among other things. The group has put together 1,500 winter survival kits that will be given to homeless next week.

"They're filled with the bare necessitites these people need: mits, gloves, hats, toques, socks, toothpaste, tooth gel,"  said organizer Jody Steinhauer.

Also included in each is a brand new sleeping bag something that, for many, will be the only means of shelter this winter.

The survival kits were put together from money gathered at 'Hockey for the Homeless.' Former NHL stars and Toronto Maple Leaf players played in the tournament that was held back in November.

To see Farah Nasser's story on the winter survival kits, click on the video link.