What we do
The Anglican Diocese of Ottawa (ADO) is a diverse and compassionate community serving eastern Ontario and western Quebec. Guided by faith and a deep commitment to caring for others, we work to create communities of compassion, justice, and hope. Our mission reaches far beyond church walls, meeting people where they are and responding to some of the most urgent challenges in our region — poverty, homelessness, mental illness, trauma, addiction, and displacement.
Through our Community Ministries, we provide essential, life-changing services. These include drop-in day programs offering meals, showers, laundry facilities, and safe spaces; a network of shelters and supportive housing for women and gender-diverse individuals; refugee sponsorship programs welcoming families fleeing violence; and professional counselling to support healing and well-being. Our commitment is to welcome and care for every person with dignity, respect, and compassion—no matter their background, belief, or circumstance. The Hearts of Compassion Fund (HCF) makes this vital work possible. Your gift provides food, clothing, access to health care, safe housing, and compassionate, professional support.
By donating today, you help create lasting change across the National Capital Region, Cornwall and beyond, nurturing communities where hope and belonging can flourish. Together, we can meet these urgent needs and build communities of care where everyone has the chance to heal, grow, and thrive.
Every gift creates hope. Together, we can transform lives.
How you can help
Give today and make a difference. Every day, more people in our communities face hunger, homelessness, violence, and mental health challenges. Your donation to the Hearts of Compassion Fund (HCF) provides a lifeline through our five Community Ministries, offering safe shelter, nourishing meals, counselling, refugee sponsorship, and outreach for those in deeply vulnerable situations.Â
Your gift delivers not only essential services like a warm meal or safe place to sleep but also dignity, hope, and belonging. Ways to give: CanadaHelps, credit card, cheque, or securities.
Donate today and help transform lives: ottawa.anglican.ca/donate.
This article first appeared in the 2025 Giving Guide produced by the Ottawa Business Journal. That publication is available in its digital edition below.
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