The Refuge Basket began with a simple idea: connect those who have enough with those who need a new beginning. What started with a single basket of donated items quickly grew into a movement powered by volunteers, donors, and partners who believe in a stronger, more inclusive Ottawa.
Today, our work is woven through neighborhoods, shelters, and community spaces. Each family we help adds to a growing circle of generosity, a proof that small acts, multiplied, can change lives.
Our Values
We are guided by three core values that shape every decision and action:
• Compassion: Every act of kindness matters.
• Sustainability: We reduce waste through thoughtful redistribution.
• Innovation: We find creative ways to meet urgent needs.
Together, We Build Bridges
We are more than a service. We are a bridge between those who give and those who hope. With every donation, every volunteer hour, and every partnership, we’re creating pathways from hardship to healing, and from survival to belonging.
Join us. Together, we can make sure starting over never means starting from nothing.