100 Women+ Who Care Ottawa

100 Women+ Who Care Ottawa is a women-led, volunteer-driven giving circle that has transformed simple generosity into measurable community impact. Since 2014, the group has surpassed $525,000 in collective giving, supporting more than 135 charities across Ottawa. Its model is accessible and powerful: members gather quarterly, hear directly from local charities, and combine individual gifts into meaningful support. Beyond the funds raised, 100 Women+ Who Care Ottawa gives smaller and lesser-known organizations a platform to share their stories, build awareness, and connect with new donors. Through thoughtful volunteer leadership, consistent engagement, and the power of collective giving, the group has built a growing movement that makes philanthropy feel possible, personal, and deeply local.

Nominated by: Perley Health Foundation; Volunteer Ottawa; Freiheit Consulting; KoW Connected; Sandra P Consulting; YSB Foundation