OUR LADY OF THE VISITATION FUNDRAISING TEAM

Our Lady of the Visitation has a dynamic, friendly and outgoing team of fundraising volunteers who make things happen in the Parish. Fundraising not only brings in money that goes toward the restoration fund but also provides the opportunity for parishioners and friends of the parish to work together building new friendships while deepening their faith. There are many events to volunteer for as listed below. Volunteer a few hours on a regular basis or once a year for other events. To quote an old verbiage: "Many hands make light work!"
To volunteer for fundraising, including students needing volunteer hours to graduate, please email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or to volunteer online:click here to complete our online fundraising volunteer form

Please email questions regarding any OLV events to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BINGO

Community Bingo has resumed in Ottawa south every Thursday evening at the OLV Banquet Hall 5338 Bank Street.

Doors open 6 pm with 19 Games starting at 6:45 pm. Canteen available.
Features include lots of free paved parking, barrier-free main floor building, clean bright surroundings and friendly volunteer staff.
Proceeds to the OLV Church Restoration Fund.
Prize board click here for more info or phone 613-822-1777
Volunteers welcome: email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more info

4-HANDED EUCHRE

Play 4-Handed Euchre at the Parish Hall.

Monday evenings; Play starts at 7:00 pm and goes to 9:00 pm.
No partner is needed.
Enjoy light refreshments.
Admission is $5.00

ANNUAL OLV CHARITY AUCTION

Every spring OLV holds its annual charity auction with donations from local businesses, parishioners, and friends of the parish. The event features live and silent auction items as well as specialty tables and a canteen.
Next Auction Date: TBD 2020
Auction Info:

How can you help? Volunteers and donation of items always needed

BULLETIN ADVERTISING

Advertising space is rented on the back page of the parish bulletin at a cost of $250 per unit. Proceeds from advertising sales go to pay for the cost of printing the bulletin. Parishioners are regularly encouraged to frequent these business supporters. Bulletin advertisers area also listed free of charge on the parish website.click to see our bulletin advertisers

DONATIONS

Parishioners are invited to support the parish by:

Pre-Authorized Giving (monthly) Learn more Apply Now
Boxed Envelopes - weekly
Blue Envelopes – monthly donations to the mortgage fund
Canada Helps – an online charity donation service (click to go to the Canada Helps website)
United Way – by directing payroll deductions to Our Lady of the Visitation Charity Number 128967353RR0116
Planned Giving – remembering the church when estate planning Learn more Apply Now

GIFT ITEMS

Fundraising has a variety of products for sale:

Rosaries - three types at $10 each
Finger Rosaries - $5.00 each
Spirit Highway CDs – Way of the Cross - $10 each
Contact parish office for details 613-822-2197

RAFFLES

The parish holds an annual quilt raffle. Click here to view the 2018 winners.
Normally there are 10 prizes.
A lottery license is obtained from the City.
The draw takes place on the last Sunday prior to Christmas Day.
Volunteers are needed to sell raffle tickets.

CONCERTS

OLV has a tradition of holding a variety of seasonal concerts for all to enjoy. Watch for advertising about the next planned event.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & BAKE SALE

Held on the last weekend in November
Vendor tables are available
Features delicious homemade baking
Choose from quality craft items and knitted goods
Enjoy a light snack at the canteen
Bid on delightful silent auction items including gift baskets, certificates, and more

PARISH SUPPERS

Annual Harvest Dinner

Held on the Sunday afternoon following Thanksgiving.
Menu: Roast beef dinner with all the trimmings.
2 sittings: 4:30 & 6 PM
Parishioners: Watch for the food donation/volunteer sign up sheets which will be posted in the church. Please consider helping out for a few hours that day. It’s a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners.

Annual Turkey Dinner

Held on a Sunday afternoon in November.
Menu: Turkey dinner with all the trimmings.
2 sittings 4:30 & 6 PM
Volunteers are always needed and greatly appreciated.

Strawberry Social

This event, if held is in June.
Menus vary but strawberries are served.
Volunteers are always needed and greatly appreciated.