# Pop-Up Philanthropic Bars Toronto's 'PhilanthroPub' Donates 100% of Proceeds to Local Charities By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philanthropub References: [thephilanthropub](https://www.thephilanthropub.com/) Toronto is home to a new community-focused bar called the 'PhilanthroPub' that operates [pop-up pubs, restaurants and events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooie-buurt) where 100% of the proceeds are donated to local charities. The idea for PhilanthroPub was dreamed up by a group of people who thought there could be a better way to have a great time with friends and make it more meaningful. Some of the ways that people may choose to support the PhilanthroPub include donating or volunteering. This weekend in Toronto, PhilanthroPub is opening its doors for the first time in support of The Red Door Family Shelter charity. The event is set to include everything from [live music and food trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oche) to a selection of locally produced beer and spirits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pop-up Philanthropic Bars:** Creating pop-up bars that donate all proceeds to local charities. - **Community-focused Social Enterprises:** Establishing businesses that prioritize community support and give back to local charities. - **Meaningful Social Experiences:** Creating opportunities for people to have a great time with friends while making a positive impact through charitable donations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality and Entertainment:** Opportunity for bars, restaurants, and event organizers to adopt a philanthropic model and donate a portion or all of their proceeds to local charities, enhancing the overall social experience. - **Social Entrepreneurship:** Encouraging the establishment of businesses that combine profit-making with impactful community initiatives through collaborations with local charities. - **Craft Beverage Industry:** Collaborating with philanthropic bars to offer locally produced beer and spirits, creating mutually beneficial partnerships while supporting charitable causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Festive Holiday Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miracle-torontos.md) - [Festive Irish-Inspired Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irishinspired-popup.md) - [Cheerful Holiday Pop-Up Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingers-cocktail-bar.md) - [Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-green-vic.md) - [Pop-Up Reverse Supermarkets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reverse-supermarket.md) - [Philanthropy-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-library-people.md) - [Book-Themed Bar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-bar-toronto.md) - [Bar-Centric Lecture Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sip-and-learn.md) - [Cheery Holiday-Themed Cocktail Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miracle-toronto.md)