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Reasons to Give

Every contribution plays a vital role in helping families achieve the dream of safe, affordable housing. Your generosity empowers families to gain stability and self-reliance through homeownership.

Here are a few compelling reasons to donate to Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington:

• You’re backing a community-focused effort with worldwide influence. While our construction efforts are centered in the Guelph and Wellington areas, every home we complete sparks a matched contribution to help build a home for a family in a developing country. Your local support truly reaches across the globe.
• Your gift delivers significant social value. According to independent analysis by the Boston Consulting Group, every dollar donated to our builds results in a $4 return in social benefits. That’s a powerful return on investment with a meaningful impact.
• 100% of your donation supports home construction. None of your donation goes toward administrative or operational expenses. These costs are fully covered by proceeds from the Guelph and Fergus ReStore, allowing your entire contribution to go directly to building homes.
• You’ll receive a charitable tax receipt. We’ll provide you with an official Ontario charitable donation tax credit receipt at the start of the new year, acknowledging your generous support.

Did you know that many employers have a matching gift program? Check with your employer to find out if your donation is eligible for a matching amount.

Individual Giving Options

No matter how you choose to donate, you have the option to make your contribution in honour or memory of someone special. Simply let us know if your donation is a tribute to an individual, family, or group, and if you’d like, we can send an acknowledgment card to notify someone of your thoughtful gesture. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate or remember someone important to you.

In addition to giving online or by cheque, you can also donate through gifts of stock or property. These types of contributions can have a lasting impact on our work and provide potential tax benefits.

We also welcome conversations with individuals or groups interested in making gifts of $1,000 or more. If you’re considering a larger contribution and would like to discuss how it can support our mission, we’d be happy to connect with you.

If you’re thinking about a planned gift to help address affordable housing needs in your community, you can include a charitable bequest in your will. This could be a specific amount of money, a particular asset, or a portion of your estate. Planned giving is a powerful way to leave a legacy of hope and stability for future generations.