Through the Angel Tree Program, we provide gifts to 2,000 children and youth in vulnerable neighbourhoods each year. Help make this season special by:
1) donating money for our elves to shop, or
2) donating new, unwrapped toys.
How You Can Help
Help make the holidays special for Ottawa's children and teens—many for the first time! A gift of just $30 can bring joy to a Club member this season.
- Participate on your own or with a team.
- Angels include children from ages 6 to 18.
- Please keep the average gift cost around $30
- Remember to include our teen members!
Prefer to Make a Cash Donation?
You can also try calling:
1-888-824-0183 x 9Or donate by mail
BGC Ottawa
Angel Tree Program
c/o Ron Kolbus Clubhouse
2825 Dumaurier Avenue
Ottawa, ONK2B 7W3
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, cash gifts or gift cards allow us to purchase specific toys or gifts.
Donations can be dropped off at Clubhouses in early December. Please email Sarah at scybulski@bgcottawa.org to help coordinate with a Clubhouse team. For donation of 10 or more items, we can arrange pick-up between December 2-12.
We recommend an average budget of $30 per gift.
Please leave gifts unwrapped so we can ensure they are age-appropriate. Our team will handle the wrapping.
We accept only new, unwrapped gifts.
Including batteries with gifts is appreciated when needed.
Absolutely! We encourage businesses and organizations to participate. You can purchase gifts individually or use this as a team-building opportunity. Set up a toy drop-off bin, host a fundraiser, or place a donation jar in a high-traffic area—get creative and help make the holidays brighter for Ottawa’s children and youth!
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