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Invest in the future of underserved youth in Canada

From a one-time gift to a recurring monthly contribution of any amount, your donation can dismantle barriers and support youth-driven initiatives that foster belonging, ignite sustainable solutions and create real and lasting change.

IMPACT

Your contribution create opportunities for youth

Dedicated to supporting young people facing marginalization and exclusion, the Michaëlle Jean Foundation works at the intersection of youth, arts, entrepreneurship and social justice. We focus on ensuring equitable access to programs and supporting Black and Indigenous youth empowerment.

WILL  POWER CAMPAIGN

Your Will creates a legacy

You have more power to make a difference than you realize. By giving even a small portion of your estate to charity, you can create social benefit and positive change.

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FAQ

We automatically provide a tax receipt for every donation of $10 and above. We will send the tax receipt by email when you donate online or by mail if you request this method. If you are a monthly donor, you will receive your tax receipt at the end of the calendar year.

Donations are accepted: on your credit card, PayPal or Apple Pay. Personal cheques can be sent through the mail to: 445 Sussex Drive, 3rd Floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6Z4 or be made via e-transfer to info@fmjf.ca

We follow stringent security standards and maintain the highest level of PCI compliance, current gold standard in the industry and was created by major card brands, and designed to ensure that processing, storing and transmitting credit card information is secure.

In 2023, we launched our 5-year strategic plan with clear and defined goals. We are also excited to launch two new programs in support of youth – The Power of Youth Initiative and Creative Entrepreneurship Program, both of which will be our main focus in the short term. In 2024, we will also be hosting the next National Black Canadians Summit.

We take your privacy seriously and take every reasonable step to safeguard it. Personal information that you provide to us is used only for the purposes for which it was provided.

We love volunteers – they’re the backbone of so many organizations. If you wish to be involved, please fill out our form in the section Engage.