The CHML/Y108 Children's Fund is looking for your help! You can help the following ways:
*Donate during any of our many events throughout the year, specifically during the Christmas season.
*Head to any Teachers Credit Union location in the Hamilton area to donate (Account 6233092-117) - locations include in Hamilton at 75 James St S and 990 Upper Wentworth St; in Ancaster at 21 Stone Church Road and in Brantford at 2527 King George.
*Come to 875 Main St West in Hamilton between 8:30am-5:00pm and donate directly at Reception.
*Donate online using PAYPAL by clicking the image below.
Click here for FUNDRAISING FORM
Have you got a motivated organization, company or eager group of people planning a charity event? Are you looking for a great charity to support? By choosing the
CHML/Y108 CHILDREN'S FUND you get maximum impact for your efforts: all dollars donated to the
CHML/Y108 CHILDREN'S FUND are put to work right here in the G.H.A.
In some cases, both
CHML and
Y108 may also be able to help promote your events to ensure maximum exposure. Here's a simple form you can fill out to get started.
Top 10 Tips for Fundraising:
1. Approval
After conceptualizing your event, it is important to fill out the form below.
2. Form a Group
The success of a special event is directly related to the enthusiasm of those organizing it! Create a group that is composed of enthusiastic, skilled and motivated people.
3. Set Goals
Be realistic when setting a financial goal, keeping in mind expenses.
4. Brainstorm
Use your imagination to create fun and successful fundraisers!
5. Make Sure You Have the Right Event
Utilize the skills and assets of your group members. For example, if your group is comprised of artists and photographers, maybe a bake sale isn’t the best fundraiser for you! Try having a silent auction where your members work can be auctioned off for a profit.
6. Schedule the Event
Be mindful of any other fundraising events going on that may be competition for your event. Also, make sure your event is held at a time when attendance will be high, such as on the weekend or outside of the usual 9-5 work week hours. (Unless your event is based around the office work-day!)
7. Budget
Keeping costs down will generate a bigger profit for your event. Be sure to account for costs such as venue, food, postage, permits etc.
8. Promotion and Publicity
PROMOTE PROMOTE PROMOTE your event! Posters, flyers, Facebook event listings, etc...
9. Collect the Funds
During your event, don't forget why you are holding it! Ensure that your fundraising goals are reached by simply taking a minute or two and track all aspects of the fundraising. Don't be shy to ask for more!
10. Thank you, thank you, thank you
Thank everyone involved profusely for their help with planning, organizing, and fundraising. AND thank YOU for raising funds for the
CHML/Y108 Children's Fund!