2016 Hope Classic Honorary Ambassador
Catriona Le May Doan – Two-time Olympic Champion, Member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, Order of Canada and Spokesperson for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Canada.
Author: Joey
Countdown to The Hope Classic
The Hope Classic run/walk/wheel event will take place in various cities across Canada.
Visit our provincial pages for more information on the Hope Classic event in your area.
Fundraising Tips
THE HOPE CLASSIC: RUN, WALK, WHEEL FUNDRAISING TIPS
- The Sky’s the Limit!
-People will match or exceed the donations already on the pledge form. Try and start off with a large donation. - The More the Merrier:
-Ask your family and friends to participate and collect pledges. - Sharing is Fun!
-Ask everyone you see on a regular basis to sponsor you (family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, hairdressers, teachers, coaches, trainers, doctors, therapists, elected officials, etc.) - Work It!
-Check with your employer. They may have a gift matching program or be willing to make a corporate donation. - Beyond the Four Walls:
-Hold a fundraiser (BBQ, bake sale, casual day, pizza lunch, garage sale) to raise donations. - Pay it Forward!
-Send an e-mail to everyone on your contact list asking for their support. - Don’t miss out!
-If you are unable to participate, collect pledges and ask someone to attend the event for you. - Tell ‘Em about it!
-Let people know how their donations will help.
Together we can make things happen….
The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada conducts fundraising campaigns to support our programs and services. Your participation provides dollars necessary to continue to assist individuals living with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus with equipment, educational information and support.