Individuals and Families
The Ottawa Community Foundation’s (OCF’s) approach to philanthropy helps you fulfill your mission, meet your goals, and match your values. We offer various charitable fund options and personalized services to support your giving to your preferred charities within Canada and causes dear to your heart. These funds mimic a private foundation but free you from the administrative burden and cost associated with running a private foundation.
Whether you are preparing for retirement, planning your estate, selling your business or other significant investment assets, going through life-changing events, or want to honour a loved one, we work with you and your advisors to enable meaningful giving that realizes your philanthropic objectives while maximizing tax and other financial benefits.
- Establish your own named fund with a minimum $5,000 donation (this can be given over five years) or with no immediate donation, by noting a bequest in your will or by providing a gift of life insurance.
- Your gift is irrevocable, and you receive a charitable donation receipt from the OCF in exchange for the gift.
- Provide gifts to any qualified donee. in Canada (usually a registered charity).
- The OCF handles all administrative, operational, and governance matters, including compliance with the Income Tax Act (Canada) (“ITA”) and the policies of the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”).
- Your fund can reflect your personal philanthropic vision and act as your family’s philanthropic centre. You can encourage and inspire others who share your values to contribute to the causes you champion. Replace traditional gifts for significant life events such as weddings, graduations, anniversaries, or birthdays with meaningful donations to your fund. We’ll ensure that donors receive tax receipts promptly.
Download our General Giving Guide to learn more.
