Holiday Giving at MHI

​The holiday season is a wonderful time to reflect on the extraordinary generosity that sustains MHI’s work throughout the year. Thanks to dedicated supporters like you, families and individuals across MHI’s nine communities experience safety, stability, and belonging. One senior tenant shared that their community-garden plot has become a “vital source of wellbeing,” offering purpose, nourishment, and connection. Another participant in a creative writing workshop reflected that the program helped her “find words she didn’t know she had.” These powerful opportunities exist because of donor support.  ​

Support from donors is also helping shape the future of affordable housing in Ottawa. MHI’s tenth community, Odenak, continues to rise, bringing 133 permanent and affordable homes by December 2027, including 30 units dedicated to Indigenous households. Supporters are laying the foundation for bright, inclusive, and equitable places to live for years to come. 

The spirit of generosity is on full display in this year’s Holiday Giving Campaign. When the campaign launched on November 23rd, donors were offered a rare double-match opportunity, made possible by the Wesley M. Nicol Foundation and the David Loeb Foundation, each contributing $15,000. The MHI community responded with such enthusiasm that both matches were fulfilled within a week, inspiring MHI to seek additional ways to maintain this momentum. Once again, supporters rose to the occasion: an anonymous donor and a Donor Advised Fund at the MakeWay Foundation each contributed $10,000 in additional matching funds. Thanks to MHI donors, all four matches were able to be fully maximized to trigger a remarkable $50,000 in matched contributions!  

While the matching funds have been fully claimed, MHI’s Holiday Giving Campaign continues through December 31st. Every donation matters. MHI depends on this annual support, especially during the holidays, when giving has the greatest impact. Your contribution builds resilient communities and helps sustain the momentum of the season. 

You can make a secure donation by scanning the QR code or clicking the blue button below

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You may also choose to give in honour of someone special, celebrating your loved ones while offering the gift of home to a neighbour. 

All donations made by midnight on December 31st will qualify for a 2025 charitable tax receipt. 

Thank you for everything you have done, and continue to do, in support of low-income families and individuals. Your generosity is helping bring hope home.

​Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season and a Happy New Year.