On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff, we thank each of you for attending this year’s Gala and for your ongoing support of Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa.

Our annual Gala is a special opportunity to recognize the generosity of our build sponsors, donors, volunteers, suppliers and tradespeople. Your dedication and contributions are why Habitat Greater Ottawa is still here, 30 years strong, supporting families to build strength, stability and self-reliance through affordable homeownership.

At this year’s Gala, we are not only celebrating our 30^th anniversary of partnering alongside donors, volunteers and families, we are also celebrating the 15 families who will soon receive the keys to their new Habitat homes at Kemptville Korners in 2024, in partnership with Habitat Thousand Islands – including our 100^th family served!

Despite the celebrations, we recognize our work is far from over. The housing crisis continues to grow in Ottawa and across the province, and it is more important now than ever that we continue to support families and their children with a strong foundation in a stable, long-term affordable home.

As we plan for the next 30 years of building safe and affordable housing, your help is instrumental in continuing to grow the number of families served by Habitat Greater Ottawa. The Habitat Affordable Homeownership model provides families with the necessary support to build a secure future and to remove barriers to opportunities such as access to safe neighborhoods, good schools, and community belonging.

For the past 18 years, Habitat Greater Ottawa Gala sponsors and donors have made this evening a tremendous success, and we are very grateful for your loyal support. As you enjoy this evening we hope you will take a moment to reflect on the meaning of home, and how you can help the next generation of families in Ottawa. 

Thank you and have a fabulous evening!