Help students to grow and succeed with Education Foundation of Ottawa

At The Education Foundation of Ottawa we believe “It’s about what kids deserve” – Visit Student Stories Here

As Executive Director, I believe we all have a responsibility to do right by the children that need us the most.
Children deserve to have access to opportunity.
Children deserve to be seen and heard.
Children deserve to feel worthy.
Children deserve to be fed so they can focus on their education.

Who We Support

One in five children in our schools live in poverty. That’s approximately 15,000 Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) students. This is why the Education Foundation of Ottawa exists to support students in our Board who are vulnerable to the effects of poverty. An independent charitable arm of the OCDSB, it is our mission to help our students as soon as their need becomes apparent.

Events

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See what we’re up to by checking out our upcoming events in support of the Education Foundation of Ottawa. Participating in events through promotion, attendance, and sponsorship are perfect ways to help us ensure that we can continue to serve OCDSB students who need it the most, when they need it the most.

How You Can Help

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Every single donation makes a difference in the life of an OCDSB student in need. You can help remove economic barriers to successful learning by choosing how you want to give, and to what program you’d like to direct your gift. Learn more about how, together, we can help some of our most vulnerable students right now.

With generous support from individual, charitable, and corporate donors; THANK YOU!

What others have to say

Children's socio-economic status is something they are born into and completely out of their control. The effects of this however highly impact their ability to succeed. I believe in doing everything we can to try to even the playing field and doing everything we can to provide the best conditions for learning for all students.
- Meghan Schuler, South March PS
I've seen the Foundation do so much - backpacks full of school supplies, winter clothing, a snack program, and support with camps and activities! Others should support the Foundation because removing barriers for students and families is important! It means that they can focus on learning and are able to have their best school experience.
- Nadia Naufal, Sawmill Creek PS
All students deserve an education and meeting their basic needs should not interfere with that fundamental right. Supporting the Education Foundation of Ottawa means supporting our students. Its going directly to the students we see everyday and making their lives better and ensuring they can focus on learning.
- Rian Bayne, Severn Avenue PS
Definitely levelling the playing field has always been a key component of my involvement. Students should have access to any opportunity regardless of financial status. EFO plays a part in removing a barrier ($) to opportunities for students. An EFO investment ensures wider student engagement and builds an atmosphere of equality.
- Jamie Hughson, Woodroffe High School