People experiencing homelessness have trouble accessing many basic necessities we sometimes take for granted. From clean underwear to personal care and hygiene items, your in-kind gift can help restore dignity, hope and purpose to someone in need.
In addition to in-kind donations, we accept cash donations to allow us to purchase basic necessities and most needed items.
Give Where Needed Most
If you have some everyday items you would like to donate to The Ottawa Mission, we appreciate any donation you are able to make! See our list of items most in demand below.
Men’s Hygiene Items in Demand
New Only:
Unopened deodorant
Razors
Toothbrushes & toothpaste
Toiletries
Men’s Items in Demand
New or gently-used socks & gloves
New or gently-used winter clothing
New or gently-used winter coats & boots
New men's underwear in package
New or gently-used hats & sweaters
New or gently-used winter pants
Donation drop off
Visit 35 Waller Street to drop off donations. Our front desk is open 24-hours a day. Short-term parking is available on the south side of The Mission (our south-side door address is 53 Daly St).
Donation pick up
The Mission is able to arrange donation pick-ups within Ottawa upon request. If you would like to schedule a pick-up, please call 613-234-1144 ext. 248 or email donations@ottawamission.com and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.
Due to limited storage space, we are unfortunately unable to accept donations of women’s and children’s clothing, household appliances, or furniture.
In some cases, we may be able to provide tax receipts for new items that are donated with an original purchase receipt. If you are requesting a tax receipt for your donation, please contact donations@ottawamission.com before you make your donation, to confirm eligibility.
Thank you for supporting The Mission and helping provide essential care and services for people experiencing homelessness in our community.