Toolkit
Fundraising Tips & Ideas
Participation and dollars raised help our young patients facing an oncology diagnosis. Here’s how you can reach your goal and make a difference.
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Personalize Your Fundraising Page
Your supporters want to see why the CN Cycle for CHEO is special to you!
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Birthdays & Special Occasions
Encourage friends and family to donate instead of giving gifts.
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Host a Dinner Party
Treat your family and friends to a fun night and ask for a donation in return.
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Email Family, Friends & Coworkers
Send them the link to your online fundraising page. Tax receipts are automatically issued for all online donations over $20.
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Spare Change Jar
Put a jar in a communal area where people can contribute their loose change.
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Tap Into Your Talents and Sell
Whether it’s making bracelets or cookies, think of a hobby or interest that can be sold.
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Share a Video
Share videos that talk about oncology and how CHEO has helped children and youth navigate their world.
Fundraising At The Office

Corporate Matching Gifts
Find out if your company will match the funds you raise. This could significantly increase your fundraising total.

Meet The Press
Take advantage of your organization’s inter-office mail or newsletter to spread the word about your participation in CN Cycle for CHEO. Change your voicemail and email signature to promote your team’s fundraising efforts.

Dress Down Days
Give employees the option to make a donation in order to dress “office casual” for a day. Make sure to check with your organization’s HR team for Dress Code guidelines.
Resources & Downloads
Create a Corporate Team
Whether you have five or 500 employees, participation in the CN Cycle for CHEO is a great way to build team spirit and camaraderie among employees.
Donation Request
Ask friends, family and coworkers to support your personal fundraising goal.
Customizable Poster
Print this colourful poster featuring the McDonald’s Dream Team and include your own message.
Offline Pledge Form
Capture names, addresses, and donation amounts in order to have tax receipts prepared for your supporters.
Social media sample messaging
You can post and ask your network to like and share these CN Cycle for CHEO messages.