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It takes a lot of effort to keep the wheels turning.

The First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa is funded by its members and it costs about $1,000 per member to keep running our programs and maintaining our building.  We have several different kinds of campaigns and events to raise funds for the congregation.
Spring for Something Special
Since 2020, the “Spring for Something Special” online auction has become an annual feature of FirstU's fundraising year. Members and friends donate jewelry, antiques, fine china, and an array of other treasures which are then sorted into categories by volunteers. We partner with a local auction house, who photograph the pieces and make them available online for a two week, open-to-the-public bidding blitz. You can help by donating something special that needs a new home, offering your time to sort donated items, and even just by spreading the word and inviting your friends to check out what's available.

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Fall Fair at FirstU
...Has been cancelled, due to the Pandemic, for the second year in a row.
The “Fall Fair at FirstU” has been described as the biggest church bazaar in Ottawa.  Most years, a week of preparation transforms our 16,000 square foot church into a market selling almost anything donated, from diamond rings at the Silent Auction and designer labels in the Boutique, to sushi and salads at our Bistro.  You name it, we probably sell it.  Everything possible, including items not sold, is re-used, re-purposed or recycled & even waste meets environmentally responsible guidelines.


Pledge Campaign
We hold an annual pledge campaign in the early winter  that educates members about our budget and what is needed to fund us for the  year. Learn more about our annual pledge campaign.


Time and Talent Auction
Every year, we at FirstU, participate in a silent auction where we share our time and our talents with each other and our community. Everything from yard work to meal prep to financial planning lessons and walking tours of Ottawa go up for auction. Plus we go out into the larger community asking businesses and organizations for their support too. Time and Talent is the third largest annual fundraising event for FirstU and we'd love to have you to take part.
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​30 Cleary Ave   K2A 4A1   
613-725-1066
  
uuoffice@firstunitarianottawa.ca

"We acknowledge that our campus is located on traditional, unsurrendered and unceded Algonquin Anishinaabeg Territory;
and that the work of reconciliation is a responsibility of our congregation, and of all Canadians.  "Our goal is to educate ourselves and all
who have ears to hear, to be of service to those who are at risk, and to advocate for justice.

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  • What's Happening
    • Congregational Focus - Climate Action >
      • Green Sanctuary Accreditation
      • AJASHKI Garden Project
      • EARTH SPEAKS FORUMS
    • Pandemic Safety Protocols
  • About Us
    • Our Ministry Team
    • About Unitarian Universalism
    • Our Campus
    • Member Information >
      • Members' Page
      • Campus Planning Member Page
      • Governing Documents
      • Death Notices and Memorial Details for Members
  • Worship
    • Sunday Service FAQ
    • Past Sermons
    • Children's Religious Exploration
  • Get Involved
    • Music
    • Lifespan Learning
    • OWL
    • Social Justice and Activism >
      • Climate Action
      • Truth and Reconciliation
    • Fundraising
  • communications
    • Publications
    • Lectures and Presentations >
      • HOLTOM LECTURES
    • Archives
  • Ceremonies and Rentals
    • Weddings, Memorials, Child Dedications and other Rites of Passage
    • Facility Rentals
  • Contact Us
    • Staff Directory
    • Board of Directors
  • Make a Donation