Shepherds of Good Hope

Name: Shepherds of Good Hope
Address: 233 Murray Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N5M9, CA
Telephone: +16137898210
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Shepherds of Good Hope

Homes for all. Community for All. Hope for All. Shepherds of Good Hope is a community leader in homelessness services, harm reduction, and supportive housing.

Shepherds of Good Hope fosters hope and reduces harm in Ottawa by supporting people experiencing homelessness and people who are vulnerably housed in our community. We have a number of innovative programs including: our emergency Women's and Men's shelters, our Transitional Emergency Shelter Program, our Managed Alcohol Program, our Soup Kitchen, and our Case Management Services. We also operate f

our supportive housing locations across the city (The Oaks, Hope Living, St. Andrew's and Richcraft Hope Residence). To learn more about how you can get involved or to see more about our programs, go to www.sghottawa.com.

08/19/2026

For Bhagwan Gupta and Monica Gupta, service is not simply something they do. It is part of who they are.

In this episode of Cup of Hope, Meighan Hartley, Chief Development Officer of the Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, sits down with the father-in-law and daughter-in-law duo to reflect on community, responsibility and giving back.

For more than 31 years, Bhagwan Gupta has shared his time as a volunteer and raising funds for Shepherds of Good Hope. He has also received various awards for his volunteer work. Through cooking meals and by guiding SEVA group in its community service, he continues to bring people together. Monica Gupta, ICCC Ottawa director and women's program chair, youth mentor, and community leader has been helping the community for the last 25 years by creating opportunities for women to feel connected and empowered through workshops, seminars and community initiatives.

While they contribute in different ways, they are guided by the same belief that service to others is a way of life. For them, karma means recognizing the responsibility we all share toward our community.

As the saying goes in Hindi, “Manav Seva hi Madhav Seva hai.” Service to humanity is service to God.
Watch their warm conversation about family, service, community and what gives them hope.

Real Conversations. Shared Stories. Community in Action

08/14/2026

Feeling at home is often found in the little things: having a space that feels like your own, seeing familiar faces and spending time doing something you love.

For Helen, one of those joys is creating art.

Helen lives in one of Shepherds of Good Hope’s supportive housing residences, where a caring team is close by and wraparound support is part of her everyday life.

“The staff is remarkable. They give you hope and lots of encouragement.”

That encouragement has helped Helen discover something she truly enjoys. Art brings a sense of calm to her days, and she takes great pride in every piece she finishes. Each one carries a little of Helen’s warmth, creativity and spirit.

It is wonderful to see Helen making her space her own and filling her days with more of what brings her happiness.

We are so glad Helen calls Shepherds of Good Hope home.

08/05/2026

“When people are experiencing homelessness, it is not only about housing. It is also about rebuilding the connection they may have lost with the community.”

In this episode of Cup of Hope, Meighan Hartley, Chief Development Officer at Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, sits down with Fattah Rabiei, Manager of Community Engagement and Social Inclusion.

Fattah shares his journey from supporting newcomers and immigrants to working on the front line at Shepherds of Good Hope. He also reflects on the importance of connection, belonging and creating opportunities for guests and residents to participate more fully in the broader community.

Because a sense of home is also built through connection, belonging and knowing that you have a place in your community.

Real Conversations. Shared Stories. Community in Action

07/24/2026

Earlier this month, Andrew Haydon Park came alive with laughter, delicious food, games and energetic Zumba as Ottawa Friends Circle and SEVA Group welcomed friends and families for their annual summer picnic.

At the heart of the celebration was a generous purpose: supporting Shepherds of Good Hope and the neighbours who rely on our programs and services.

We are deeply grateful to Ottawa Friends Circle and SEVA Group for choosing to stand with us. Your continued kindness turns a joyful day in the park into hope that reaches far beyond it.

07/22/2026

“If you have two of something, you are already living in abundance.”

It is a simple thought, but one that can change how we see what we have and what we are able to give. When we recognize abundance in our own lives, our hearts become more open to others.

In this episode of Cup of Hope, Meighan Hartley, Chief Development Officer at Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, sits down with Michel Nungisa, Lead Counsel at Nungisa Law and winner of the 2026 Culinary Clash.

Michel reflects on looking beyond the demands of our daily lives, using our influence to draw attention to others and taking the small steps that can transform an entire community.

Thank you, Michel, for sharing your time, your warmth and such a powerful perspective with us.

Real Conversations. Shared Stories. Community in Action

07/13/2026

Sunshine, volleyball, music, and a whole lot of HOPE! 🏐☀️

We were honoured to have Shepherds of Good Hope named one of the four recipient charities at this year’s Lone Star HOPE Volleyball SummerFest, alongside CHEO Foundation CHEO , Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa Children's Aid Foundation of Ottawa , and Children at Ris Children At Risk, Ottawa .

Our team also had the pleasure of volunteering throughout the day and experiencing the wonderful energy at Mooney’s Bay.

A heartfelt thank you to the H.O.P.E. team, event volunteers, players, sponsors, and everyone whose generosity made the day possible. Your support extends far beyond the beach, strengthening the work of local organizations across Ottawa.

We are truly grateful to be part of this remarkable tradition.

07/10/2026

Fore the record, our hearts are full. ⛳️🏌️‍♀️

What a day at the HOWL Golf Tournament!
We are so grateful to have been part of such a special day on the course, surrounded by so many happy, generous, and kind people.

A huge thank you team Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association , and the HOWL team for bringing everyone together and including Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation as beneficiaries of this year’s tournament.

It was wonderful to meet so many of you, share more about our work, and see the care shown throughout the day, from the conversations on the course to everyone who stopped by, supported the raffles, visited the candy bar, or simply took a moment to learn more.
You truly know how to bring people together for a purpose.

Thank you for creating a day filled with heart and generosity, and for standing with the individuals who turn to Shepherds for hope.

07/08/2026

In this episode, Meighan Hartley, Chief Development Officer sits down with Allen LeBlanc, the new CEO of Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, for a heartfelt conversation about what brought him to Shepherds, his first month in the role, and the hope he sees in Ottawa.

Allen shares a simple and powerful belief: every person deserves dignity, hope, and an affordable place to live.

With compassion at the heart of his approach, Allen reflects on the importance of meeting people where they are, without judgment, and the role our community can play in supporting the road ahead. We are excited for the vision ahead and for the work that continues to unfold across our city.

Real Conversations. Shared Stories. Community in Action

06/24/2026

In this episode of Cup of Hope, Meighan Hartley, Chief Development Officer at Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation, sits down with Matt Byrne, Facilities Manager at Shepherds of Good Hope.

Matt shares a behind-the-scenes look at the work that keeps our buildings clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for the people who rely on them every day.

From supporting shelter services to seeing residents transition into supportive housing, Matt reminds us that hope is not just an idea here. It is something people work toward every day.

In Matt’s words, “Working at Shepherds of Good Hope, I see that there is hope. But more than hope, there are solutions, and these problems can be solved.”

Real Conversations. Shared Stories. Community in Action.

06/22/2026

Grab your bestie and give back to the community through HOPE Volleyball in support of Shepherds of Good Hope!

Give the gift of time and support Shepherds of Good Hope at the HOPE Volleyball Tournament!

This summer, Shepherds of Good Hope has been selected as one of four beneficiaries of Ottawa’s annual HOPE Volleyball Tournament, and we need your support!

The tournament is taking place on Saturday, July 11, at Mooney’s Bay Beach, at 2960 Riverside Dr.

Greeter
6:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Bicycle Compound Monitors
6:30 AM – 11:30 AM
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
3:30 PM – 8:00 PM

The registration deadline is July 1st! Email [email protected] to sign up!

Address

233 Murray Street
Ottawa, ON
K1N5M9

Telephone

+16137898210

Website

https://linktr.ee/sghottawa

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