The OSEG Foundation was founded in 2017 with Janice Barresi as its inaugural Executive Director.  Janice’s passion for philanthropy is well-known in Ottawa’s business community. For over 20-years, she has served as a fundraising professional in the National Capital Region raising tens of millions of dollars for charitable causes.

Ms. Barresi built the OSEG Foundation from the ground up, establishing fundraising programs to lower the barrier of entry for all kids to be able to take part in organized sports and learn the positive life lessons that help them contribute to society as adults. Prior to joining OSEG, Janice successfully led the growth and sustainability of local charitable organizations such as the YSB Foundation and Christie Lake Kids. In these roles, she provided strategic growth for annual revenue, executed successful strategic plans, launched direct mail appeals, coordinated special events, and secured major gifts.

Janice has worked extensively with Ottawa business and community leaders on boards of directors and various committees, as well as building donor-centered staff teams focused on creating opportunities for meaningful philanthropic impact.