Thank you for thinking about organizing a fundraising event for the Parkinson's community in BC! From BBQs, to golf tournaments, to bike rides, no event is too big or too small, and we are most grateful to the many individuals who give their support in this way.
Getting Started
If you are considering a fundraiser, please print and complete the forms below (pdf):
Completed forms can be saved and e-mailed to events@parkinson.bc.ca or printed and mailed to:
Parkinson Society British Columbia
Suite 600 - 890 West Pender Street
Suite 600 - 890 West Pender Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 1J9
Tel: 604 662 3240 or 1 800 668 3330
Tel: 604 662 3240 or 1 800 668 3330
Fax: 604 687 1327
9 steps to a successful fundraising event
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Brainstorm and decide on your event |
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Talk with friends and colleagues to develop an idea for an event that excites you and one that you can manage efficiently. Some ideas are:
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Form an event committee |
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It takes a lot of time and commitment to plan a successful event. Make sure you recruit enthusiastic and dedicated people to help.
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Get your event in our Events Calendar |
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Parkinson Society British Columbia wants to know more about your event so that we can promote it in our communications and on our website. Once you have decided on an event concept, please complete the Fundraising Proposal, Fundraising Guidelines and Fundraising Budget and send them to Parkinson Society British Columbia for approval.
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Determine your target audience |
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Having an understanding of who will support and attend your event is crucial to its success.
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Set the date |
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Schedule your event for a day, time and a location convenient for those who will attend.
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Event logistics |
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Attention to detail is a must for the success of every event. The staff at PSBC can review the logistics of your event to help ensure you are on the right track.
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Promotion |
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Posters, flyers and other promotion material will help make your event a success. We ask that you send a draft of any promotional material to PSBC for approval so that we have them on hand in the event we receive inquiries about your fundraiser. As a general rule, Parkinson Society British Columbia does not pay for advertising. You are responsible for all costs associated with promoting your event. Parkinson Society British Columbia can provide you with information brochures to distribute at your event.
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Collection of funds |
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We ask that all funds be collected and submitted to Parkinson Society British Columbia within 30 days after your event. Charitable receipts will be issued according to Canada Revenue Agency guidelines.
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Thank you's |
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The most important step to remember is to thank those who helped organize the event, and those who participated. Tell them how much money was raised and how much you appreciate their support of those who suffer with Parkinson's disease.
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