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$50 for 50 Years
For 50 years, the Parent Resource Centre has been a trusted place where Ottawa families find connection, guidance, and support. To mark this milestone, we’re inviting our community to give $50 and help us raise $20,000 to keep our programs free and accessible for families.
Celebrating 50 Years of Supporting Families
Together, we can build stronger families — today and for the next 50 years.
Every dollar helps parents and caregivers access free programs, expert guidance, and welcoming spaces where families can connect, learn, and grow.
Your support creates moments that matter:
- A baby experiencing their first playgroup
- Parents finding reassurance on a difficult day
- Children discovering joy through play and learning
- Families building confidence and connection
Together, we can make the next 50 years even brighter for families across Ottawa.
Your Impact
$25
Keeps high-quality toys and books in circulation so families can borrow, learn, and play every week.
$50
Keeps EarlyON playgroups free and welcoming—safe, vibrant spaces where children explore through play and parents connect with others who understand.
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$100
Provides parents with access to expert guidance, workshops, and one-on-one support when they need it most.
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$15/month
Sustains free programs and trusted support year-round—ensuring help is always there when it’s needed.
Every gift helps create connection, confidence, and stronger families.
Free drop-in playgroups for children (0–6) and their caregivers to play, explore, and connect—guided by knowledgeable staff.
A gift of $50 provides materials for a week of play-based learning for dozens of children.
Families can borrow engaging, age-appropriate toys at no cost—making play and learning accessible at home.
A gift of $50 adds a high-quality toy enjoyed by hundreds of children over time.
Family Resilience Program
Trauma-informed parenting support, including coaching, workshops, and referrals to help families navigate challenges with confidence.
A gift of $50 provides one-on-one guidance for a parent facing a real-life parenting challenge.
An easy-to-use online tool that helps families find free playgroups, parenting programs, and community resources across Ottawa.
A gift of $50 helps keep this tool updated and accessible. Connecting families to support when and where they need it.
What our goal of $20,000 Makes Possible
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- Hundreds of free playgroup experiences for families
- One-on-one support for parents navigating challenges
- New toys and learning materials shared across the community
- Ongoing access to trusted guidance when it’s needed most
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Donate today and be part of the story.
"I've been bringing my twins to the toy library and playgroups since they were about 12 months old, and now, nearly 2 years later, they still love it.”
Jessie, Parent