What we do
With the support of dedicated partners and volunteers, we works to reduce hunger and homelessness, helping restore dignity and hope in the communities we serve.
Since our founding in 2014, Lionhearts has focused on practical acts of care that restore human dignity — from rescuing food and household goods, to operating warming shelters and transitional housing, to retraining people as they rebuild their lives. In Ottawa, we collect surplus bread, produce and other goods daily and share them with frontline agencies at no cost.
How you can help
Volunteer
Volunteers are at the heart of our work and play a vital role in our daily operations. Every day, teams are sorting bread donations, picking up and redistributing food and goods, and supporting us in countless other ways. If you’d like to get involved, contact us at ottawa@lionhearts.ca.
We also host volunteer recognition events twice a year to celebrate our team’s contributions. In addition, members of the public are welcome to attend our semi-annual open house events to learn more about what we do and see our space.
Give
We are grateful for the support of our monthly and occasional donors who make our work possible. We’re also thankful for our supplier partners who work with us to ensure their food and household goods are safely and rapidly redistributed.
We currently host one annual fundraiser in February — Coldest Night of the Year, a national campaign supporting charities like ours. Save the date: February 28, 2026!
Contact for more information:
Phil Gaudreau : phil.gaudreau@lionhearts.ca
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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