Get Involved
There are numerous ways you can transform healthcare for children, youth, and their families.
Donate
Bring hope and healing to the kids, youth, and their families.
Volunteer
Make a profound impact and enrich lives.
Sponsor
Be a community-focused leader.
CHEO Foundation’s Signature Events and Campaigns
Kids These Days
Kids these days are facing a lot. The world has changed, and so have their health issues. That’s why, with your help, we’re reimagining healthcare and creating more accessible and innovative solutions.
CHEO’s Dream of a Lifetime Lottery
Win the Minto Dream Home, cars, vacations, boats, cash, and more! Purchasing tickets can transform your life through incredible prizes while providing essential care and support to your community.
Join this exciting opportunity to make dreams come true for yourself and the children and youth who depend on CHEO.
CHEO Telethon
This two-week campaign culminates in a live grand finale on CTV Ottawa, bringing our community together to support CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute, and Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. With donations matched by sponsors, every child and youth receives the exceptional care they deserve. Tune in, donate, and be part of something special.
CN Cycle for CHEO
Pedal or walk to support our largest fundraiser for oncology, pediatric care, and research. This fun, non-competitive event brings people of all ages and abilities together to raise vital funds. Join us and help make strides toward a brighter, healthier future for our children and youth.
CHEO’s RBC Race for the Kids
Walk or run with us to transform pediatric healthcare. Participants of all ages and abilities raise funds to support the largest redevelopment campaign in CHEO’s 50-year history. Help ensure children and youth have the resources and care they need to thrive.
CHEO’s Teddy Bears’ Picnic, presented by Giant Tiger
Our way of saying thank you with a fun-filled day of free family activities. The work done at CHEO, the CHEO Research Institute and Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice would not be possible without our local community’s generous support. Bring your favourite teddy bear and enjoy a day with loved ones.
CHEO Gala, presented by TD Bank Group
A celebration dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children and youth with multiple physical, developmental, and behavioural needs. We unite community members, supporters, and advocates to highlight the challenges faced and the support needed.
CHEO 50/50
Win alongside the children, youth, and families who benefit from CHEO’s essential care. Buying a ticket gives you the chance to win half the jackpot while supporting life-saving treatments and vital programs. Join this exciting opportunity to make a difference in countless lives, including your own!
Kids Helping Kids
Lemonade stands, craft and bake sales, car washes, and school fundraisers – just some of the ways children and youth get involved to make a meaningful impact on their peers’ lives. Encourage your kids to experience the joy of giving and making a difference.
CHEO Charity Classic
CHEO Foundation and The Royal Ottawa Golf Club are proud to host the CHEO Charity Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, July 7, 2025. This is the first of three annual tournaments in support of CHEO’s transformation of pediatric care through the Kids These Days redevelopment.
Events Calendar
Help transform healthcare for children, youth, and their families.
