There are many ways to give to Candlelighters and support children coping with childhood cancer and their families. Whether it is through a one time online donation, becoming a monthly donor or through a donation of securities. Your donation is tax-deductible and you will receive a charitable tax receipt.
Your donation allows Candlelighters to continue to support patients and their families coping with childhood cancer in the National Capital and surrounding region.
Make a difference today!
Donations can be made online through our donation portal thanks to CanadaHelps or in-person/by mail to our office: 9-21 Concourse Gate Ottawa, ON K2E7S4
Making a donation to honour a loved one, or showing your support through a special occasion (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Retirements, etc.) is a meaningful way to show your support.
A gift to honour the memory of a loved one can be a special gift celebrate someones life. A way to provide opportunity and support that will change another’s life.
When you signup to be a monthly donor, you gift goes to support the over 300 families coping with childhood cancer. Your ongoing support when becoming a monthly donor has an impact year-round. Helping to ensure that Candlelighters supports 100% of the children diagnosed with cancer get the support they need.
Your gift, no matter the size, will help provide support and programs for many families in need for future generations. Legacy gifts can be made in the form of a lump-sum amount, a percentage of your estate or a specific item of property. You can also make Candlelighters the beneficiary of a life insurance policy.
You can make a big impact by donating your securities and mutual funds to Candlelighters. With a donation of securities, capital gains tax does not apply, allowing you to give more and avoid paying capital gains taxes.
Refuse2Lose – a fundraising group founded by Dev Jude and Ilana Shore; inspired by Bryce Jude who battled a rare form of leukemia for almost 3 years before passing away in September 2012.
Friends and family who supported the Jude family through Bryce’s journey continue to raise funds in support of Candlelighters Suite Seats Program; enabling children fighting cancer and their families to experience the thrill and excitement of an Ottawa Senators game, a concert at Canadian Tire Centre.
Tori’s Helping Hand – is a Candlelighters program that provides funding for families coping with palliative care for their child. Funds are available for travel to other treatment centres. The fund is also applicable for families dealing with bereavement. The money for palliative children will help families provide much needed comfort in their child’s last days.
Jenna’s Memorial Fund helps families experiencing financial distress as a result of their child’s illness. Donations to Jenna’s Memorial Fund go directly to the Patient Amenities Program. This program helps cover out-of-pocket expenses such as groceries and utilities as well as covering medications not covered by OHIP or insurance plans. Funds raised support Candlelighters initiatives as well.
DONATE NOW!