Why Donate to St. Joseph’s Parish?

Donating to St. Joseph’s Parish is an investment in your community. We are a church that lives the Catholic teachings on the Preferential Option for the Poor every day. We recognize that everyone, in any life situation, has dignity that stems from being created and loved by God. We rely on your generosity to serve as a living witness to Christ in the heart of Ottawa.

Our Supper Table and Women’s Centre help thousands of individuals per month through targeted poverty relief activities including food banks, meal services, counselling and community referral services, employment support, and more. Our Refugee Outreach Committee sponsors families on their move to Canada and assists in their settlement. Our parish works hard to support initiatives supporting the global south with Development and Peace, works towards our commitment of reconciliation, supports the ministry of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, and more.

Our building houses many music ensembles, community groups, university and school classes and special events, and more. The premises serves as a community hub here in Sandy Hill – help our aging infrastructure advance through repairs and improvements!

In our church, we celebrate meaningful liturgies where full, conscious and active participation of the laity is encouraged and where the Word of God is shared through thoughtful homilies. Our Liturgical Environment is expertly tailored to each season, and our music to accompany each Mass or service is some of the best in the city. Everything we do operates under one core principle: all are welcome. Come and see for yourself – we would be glad to have you join us!

Whatever your commitment to seeking a more just, compassionate world around you, and wherever you are in your journey of faith, we walk in the same direction. Do not hesitate to contact us for more information. Thank you for your donation to St. Joseph’s Parish! 

How do I make a Donation?

Donating to St. Joseph’s Parish is simple, and we provide many options for you to be able to do so. All donations above $20 are eligible for a Charitable Tax Receipt.

Credit Card Donations

Using this link (opens in new tab), see how you can donate to St. Joseph’s Parish; including funds like St. Joe’s Supper Table, Women’s Centre, and Refugee Outreach Committee. This donation option through Zeffy is our preference for credit card donations, as it has the lowest fees — meaning St. Joseph’s Parish receives more of your donation.

If you prefer, we are also registered on Canada Helps, or you can call us to donate by Credit Card over the phone: 613.233.4095 x251

Envelope Donations

Regular parish members can receive an annual supply of donation envelopes with their names printed on them at the back of the church, near the Welcome Desk. Parishioners may use these envelopes for their regular, weekly, or special offerings to the Parish. You may donate by cash or cheque.

Write your name and address on all donations so that we have your address. This ensures that we can send you a tax receipt at the end of the fiscal year.

Direct Debit Donations

Bi-weekly or monthly contributions will be automatically withdrawn on the 15th and/or 30th of the month (or on the next business day). Direct Debit forms are found in our registration packages, available in two manners to suit you best:

• Paper forms are available at the Welcome Desk at each Mass. Then deposit the form in the collection basket during Mass, stop in to the Front Office, or mail to return.
• E-registration forms are available on our Parish Registration page.

How do I support the Parish through the United Way?

It’s easy! Your dollars can go a long way at the Parish to sustain many good works.

In your United Way form, enter “St. Joseph’s Church“. Use our official charitable number BN: 131771990RR0006.

Questions? Contact us!

For more information about donating or questions about various methods, contact Mikayla Odut, Administrative Coordinator at 613-233-4095, x 251 or info@st-josephs.ca