Fundraising Tips & Resources

Get off the bench and join us on the ice at the Pro-Am for Alzheimer’s in support of Baycrest.

We Want to Put You at the Top of the Draft List

Your team is required to meet the team fundraising minimum, plus your personal fundraising minimum of $500.

It’s encouraging how quickly donations add up once you put your heart, creativity, commitment and competition into securing donations and sharing your connection to the cause.

The key is getting started as early as possible to maximize your potential impact. Make sure to check your leaderboard standings often.

Personal Minimum
$500

Reach your personal fundraising minimum and build early momentum with friends, family, co-workers and your own first gift.

Page Power
22%

Players who customize their personal fundraising pages raise on average 22% more than those who don’t.

Follow the Steps Below to Get Started

A few simple actions can build momentum fast and help you reach your fundraising goal with confidence.

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Secure Your First Donation

Ask for your first donation today. Start with people most likely to say yes, like family, friends and co-workers. You can even donate to yourself to build momentum.

2 Why I Play fundraising social media graphic

Share Why You Play

  1. Download the graphic.
  2. Upload it to social media with your answer and fundraising link.
  3. Tag @BaycrestProAm or Baycrest Foundation so we can share your post.
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Spread the Word

Use your social platforms to showcase your journey. Post updates regularly and always include your donation link.

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Speak to Your Employer

  1. Ask colleagues and business contacts to support you.
  2. Add an email signature with your donation page link.
  3. Check for a corporate donation matching program.
Double Your Impact

Corporate Donation Matching Programs

Want to double your impact? Don’t miss the opportunity to boost your fundraising through corporate matching gifts.

Many employers will match donations made by their employees—sometimes 50%, 100%, or even more. Getting a match is often as simple as asking your workplace if they participate.

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Helpful Resources

Use these quick resources to strengthen your fundraising page, process donations and explore workplace giving options.

Customize Your Personal Page

Your personal page is an easy way to share why you’ve made the decision to compete in the Pro-Am for Alzheimer’s in support of Baycrest. Post your photo, share your story using social media and email, update your fundraising goal, request donations and keep track of your fundraising progress. Players who customize their pages raise on average 22% more than those who don’t.

Cash Donations

To make a cash donation, fill out the printed donation form from the donation section of the website and attach a personal cheque with the donation amount, or make a donation online equal to the cash donation you received using your credit card. The donor will receive a tax receipt.

Workplace Giving

Workplace giving, also named employee giving, includes programs that offer employees the opportunity to make donations and contributions through payroll giving, automatic systems and other company-facilitated programs.

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