Donation FAQs

We’re so grateful for your interest in supporting Special Olympics Canada. Below you’ll find answers to common questions about donating. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, our Donor Services team is always happy to help.

How can I donate to Special Olympics Canada?

The easiest way to support our charity is to donate online. To make an online donation, please visit this page.

To donate over the phone, please give us a call at 1-888-888-0608 ext. 2

To mail a donation, please make your payment payable to Special Olympics Canada and mail it to:

Special Olympics Canada

21 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 600

Toronto, ON M4T 1L9

There’s so many other ways to help. You can leave a gift in your will or you can donate securities.

How will my donation be used?

Your gift helps athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities participate in year‑round sport programs that promote inclusion, health, confidence, and community. To learn more about what we do, you can visit this page.

Are donations to Special Olympics Canada tax-receiptable?

Yes. Special Olympics Canada is a registered Canadian charity. Eligible donations will receive an official tax receipt, which can be used for income tax purposes in Canada. For recurring donations, you will receive a consolidated tax receipt every February. This receipt will include all your charity giving to Special Olympics Canada for the previous tax year. Tax receipts are sent by either mail or email, depending on your preferences.

Can I make a donation in honour or memory of someone?

Yes. You may choose to make a gift in honour or in memory of someone special. We would be pleased to send an acknowledgement on your behalf.

If you're donating online, you can select ‘Dedicate this donation’. This will allow you to donate in memory or in honour of someone.

Donating over the phone? Please inform the representative. They'll help make your gift in honour of an individual.

Are donations refundable?

Donations are considered final and non-refundable. As a registered charity, we follow Canada Revenue Agency guidelines. Under Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidance, charitable donations are considered voluntary transfers and are generally non‑refundable, particularly once a tax receipt has been issued for a completed taxation year. For reference, the CRA outlines this in its publication Gifts and Income Tax (Guide P113).

Is my online donation secure?

Yes. Online donations are processed through secure payment systems that use industry‑standard safeguards to protect your personal information.

Will my employer match my donation?

Many employers offer matching gift programs. We encourage you to check with your employer to see if your donation can be matched.

Can I donate securities or make a planned gift?

Yes. Gifts of securities and planned giving options are available and may offer additional tax benefits. Please email our Donor Services team for more information at donations@specialolympics.ca or you can give us a call at 1-888-888-0608 ext. 2