About Us

The House of Lazarus is an ecumenical outreach mission that offers food, clothing and pastoral care.

We are members of:

• Ontario Assocation of Food Banks
• Canadian Association of Food Banks
• Volunteer Canada
• Ottawa Chamber of Voluntary Organizations

Mission Statement

"Living in a world that impoverishes all, we, by the grace of Christ, provide support for people in need."

Some History

We opened our doors in 1986 in Dundela to offer some relief to those experiencing poverty in the surrounding communities. In October 2000, we moved to our current location.

Funding Sources

• Mission Service Fund of the United Church of Canada
• Our Thrift Shop
• Our Household Shop
• Thoughtful Contributors
• Caring Partners
• Generous Donors

Charitable Organisation Number

We are a registered Canadian charity, number 13465 0309 RR0001