Over the years, some of the best ideas of how to fundraise for the centre have come from our donors! As a non-profit organization, we are grateful for the support we receive from our generous donor community, and we are happy to assist with third-party fundraising events and initiatives.
If you have specific questions as to whether or not your efforts meet our fundraising policies, please contact us.
Contact: info@youvillecentre.org or (613) 231-5150 x 104
Here are some examples of the types of events and initiatives you can plan and execute to help Youville Centre’s moms and babies:
Babyless Baby Shower
Gather your friends and have a baby-less baby shower! Decorate and serve refreshments, and ask your friends to bring a gift for a baby or a financial donation for the centre! Our babies range in age from 2 months to 3 years.
Shoppers/PC Optimum Points
Use your Shopper/PC Optimum Points for young moms and babies in need! Purchase much-needed items such as ear thermometers, diaper cream, baby wipes, and more! Our young moms also love it when they receive brand new cosmetics or other hygiene products.
Third Party Event
Golf tournaments, fashion shows, family gatherings and holiday parties are just some of the third party fundraisers our donors have hosted on Youville Centre’s behalf. Please contact us if you would like brochures or if you would like a Youville representative to speak at your event.
Child’s Birthday Party
We have charitable children in our city! We have received donations of toys in lieu of gifts from birthday parties for children as young as 6 years old! Toys we accept are suitable for children ages 2 months to 3 years, with the exception of very small toys (choking hazard) and plush toys (allergies).
Upcoming Third Party Events
Knights of Columbus Council #7873 Pasta Dinner - April 26, 2025
This annual event in support of Youville Centre has been growing each year! Thanks to the Divine Infant Knights of Columbus Council #7873 for coordinating and cooking for this fun evening! If you would like to join, contact us at info@youvillecentre.org for tickets and more details.
The Ottawa Doll Club - Annual Show and Sale - May 4, 2025
The Ottawa Doll Club has selected Youville Centre as their charity recipient for their 2025 Doll Show and Sale. Thank you for your ongoing support!
Facebook event is here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EQbr86prd/
Knights of Columbus Council #9544 Charity Golf Tournament - May 20, 2025
Youville Centre is grateful to be one of the charity recipients for this year’s charity golf tournament organized by the Knights of Columbus Council #9544. Sign up your foursome to golf at https://golf.kofc9544.ca/ or contact us if you would like to be a volunteer on our behalf. See you on the green! Email info@youvillecentre.org for more information.
Past Third Party Events
Only Takes One - Amazon Donation Drive - Feb-Apr 2025
For the months leading up to Ava’s birthday in April, she coordinated a donation drive on behalf of Youville Centre with a great Amazon Wishlist she has created. Thanks for your continued support Ava and Happy 19th Birthday!
Girl Up uOttawa Winter Fundraising Campaign
Only Takes One – 2024 Holiday Toy Collection
For the month of November, Ava Sidoli, a special friend of Youville’s is coordinated a toy drive on behalf of Youville Centre using an Amazon Wishlist she created. We are so grateful for this young philanthropist’s efforts to support our young families! An article about her 2023 Toy Drive can be read here {Dec 17, 2023 Parenting Times Article}
Our Lady of Visition CWL Baby Shower – Dec 6, 2024
Youville Centre was the charity recipient for this event. Organizers collected many baby items for the Centre, as well as some financial donations & our clients really enjoyed the delicious cake that was also sent our way!
Women’s Event: Rising Up – July 31, 2024
Youville Centre is grateful to be selected as the charity recipient for this event. Sign up now for this evening for women by women, and support Youville Centre’s young mothers as well. A $350 donation was made following this event!
Knights of Columbus 9544 Charity Golf Tournament – May 21, 2024
Youville Centre was honoured to once again be selected as one of the recipients for this golf tournament! The event raised $4500, so amazing!
Taylor’s Bridal Showers – April 2024
A young couple with a connection to Youville Centre graciously supported us during their bridal showers in April – asking attendees to make a donation to Youville Centre in lieu of gifts. What a generous way to give back, in this exciting time for them as they celebrated their marriage. Thank you Taylor and Matt!
Knights of Columbus Council 7873 Pasta Dinner at Divine Infant Church – April 13, 2024
This event was a great night – delicious pasta, salad, bread and dessert and a fun 50/50. Youville Centre’s Executive Director Peter Embleton shared about the Centre and we were able to view a video from a Class of 2007 Graduate sharing about her experience at Youville Centre and the impact it had on her life. A $2,354.52 donation was made to Youville Centre after this lovely evening!
The Ottawa Doll Club – Annual Show and Sale – April 14, 2024
This event was a great success this year, and a $1200 donation was made to Youville Centre! Thank you for this support.
Women’s Community of Body Building – March 31, 2024 Event
Youville Centre was honoured to be a recipient of proceeds from this event. A $700 Alumnae Bursary was awarded with the donation at the 2024 Graduation Ceremony.