Since 1987, the Caring and Sharing Exchange has partnered with the Beer Store to raise funds for the Christmas Exchange program by running a City-wide bottle drive.

In the last 36 years, Running on Empties has raised over $442,000 and has helped provide thousands of individuals and families in need with much-needed support at Christmas time.

Money raised by Running on Empties goes directly towards providing food and hope for those in a time of need during holiday season.  

Last year a record 8,889 Ottawa families, representing 26,921 individuals, turned the Christmas Exchange Program for support! With our recent Sharing in Student Success Program seeing a 31% increase, we are anticipating an overwhelming number of registrations this year, so every dollar helps!