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    Jeanine & Dean Otto

    deanotto@sympatico.ca

    Committee Members

    maddysgala@gmail.com

    Jeanine Otto
    Website Bio:

    I am the wife of Dean and mother to Hannah and Maddy.Dean and I have been the founders of Maddy's Gala since we started it in 2008. My role on the committee is overseeing everything and seeking sponsorships. My favorite pastimes are spending time with our family and fishing at the cottage.

     

    Connection to the Otto Family:

    Maddy's Mom

    Role on Committee:

    I oversee the committee as a whole, but my main job is seeking sponsorships.

    Years on Committee:

    Since 2008

    Go to candy from the candy bar:

    Anything chocolate

    Go to request from the DJ:

    Paradise by The Dashboard Light or Thunderstruck

    When not working on the Gala, what keeps you busy:

    I work as an EA at Manotick Public School.

    Favourite down time activity:

    Spending time with family at our cottage and fishing.

    Our Committee Members

    Jeanine Otto

    I am the wife of Dean and mother to Hannah and Maddy. Dean and I have been the founders of Maddy's Gala since we started it in 2008. My role on the committee is overseeing everything and seeking sponsorships. My favorite pastimes are spending time with our family and fishing at the cottage.

    Laurie Waara

    I've known the Otto family since the early 2000’s and been on the Gala committee since day one - 16 years. My role on the committee is all things auction related and bring the treasurer. My favorite pastimes are cooking & spending quality time with my family and dog Bella.

    Joann Birmingham

    I've known the Otto family for a number of years and this is my first year on the committee. My role is coming up with fun new auction items and helping out wherever I can. My favorite pastimes are traveling, crafting & spending time at the cottage.

    Jessica Crouch

    I've known the Otto family for a number of years and been on the committee since 2018. My role on the committee is social media and posting about all things Maddy’s Gala. My favorite pastimes are being a mom to my 2 little girls & coaching ringette in the NRL.

    Brittany Smith

    I’ve known the Otto family since 2014 when I attended my first Gala. I’ve now been on the committee for 9 years and my role is coming up with creative new ideas for the Gala. My favourite pastimes are fishing, yoga and being a mom to my three kiddos.

    Dean Otto

    I am the husband to Jeanine and father of Hannah and Maddy. Jeanine and I have been the founders of Maddy's Gala since we started it in 2008. My role on the committee is logistics and setting up on the day of and securing sponsorships & donations. My favorite pastimes are golfing and fishing at my cottage.

    Hannah Otto

    I am the daughter of Dean and Jeanine & the sister of Maddy. I've attended every gala thus far & been actively on the committee for the last 4 years. My role is putting together the videos & logistics, website and making sure everything runs smoothly. Favorite pastimes are cooking, gardening, reading & traveling.

    Tricia Scott

    I’ve known the Otto family since the early 2000’s & been on the committee for the last 3 years. My role is being the go to girl on the night of & organizing the volunteers. My favorite pastimes are relaxing at the cottage, puzzles, and walking on the beach.

    Anne Browne

    I’ve known the Otto family for 20 years and been on the committee since year four. My role on the committee is all things graphic design and making things look pretty. My favorite pastimes are traveling, outdoor activities & hanging with my two kiddos.

    Charlene Knight

    I've known the Otto family since 2002 and joined the committee in year 5. My role on the committee includes the seating plan, updating our sponsor and donation letters and helping with our contracts. My favorite pastimes are traveling, cooking and hanging out with my adult kids.




    The Otto

    In honor of our forever five-year-old Maddy, our heart is committed to keeping her vibrant spirit alive by hosting Maddy's Gala, an evening filled with both tears and laughter. Not only is this our tribute to her, but it is our way of giving back to Roger Neilson Children's Hospice. Through our collective love and remembrance, we aim to spread kindness and hope, ensuring Maddy's legacy continues to touch lives.


    Thank you for your continued support!

    To date, the Otto family has raised over $1,500,000 for Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, in Maddy's honour.



    In honor of our forever five-year-old Maddy, our heart is committed to keeping her vibrant spirit alive by hosting Maddy's Gala, an evening filled with both tears and laughter. Not only is this our tribute to her, but it is our way of giving back to Roger Neilson Children's Hospice. Through our collective love and remembrance, we aim to spread kindness and hope, ensuring Maddy's legacy continues to touch lives.


    Thank you for your continued support!

    To date, the Otto family has raised over $1,500,000 for Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, in Maddy's honour.