Thank you for your interest in hosting a community event to help build the new Dundas Manor!
One of the most fun and rewarding ways to fundraise is by hosting a community event – anything from a bake sale to a BBQ or a golf tournament. Use your creativity to come up with an event that works for you! Or, do you have a favourite hobby or sport that you play that you can turn into a fundraising event? The possibilities are endless.
Have you, your family, organization, or business been touched by the care a loved one received at Dundas Manor? Maybe you’re simply passionate about our community, and want to see a new home built, where the residents and staff will have more space to move, privacy, and comfort?
Either way – we are very grateful for your support in choosing to hold a Community Hosted Event. The WDMH Foundation team is quite small, so fundraising on our behalf is very much appreciated. You can make a difference!
Are you ready to host your own event for the new Dundas Manor? All you need is the desire to make a difference, a creative idea, and some careful planning. And, we are here to help!
If you are planning an event for the first time, it might seem a bit overwhelming, but don’t worry – we are here to support you and help you to make the most of your fundraising efforts and hard work.
In just a few easy steps, you can get started on your event:
Step 1:
Read our Community Hosted Events Handbook online or download the print version.
Step 2:
Contact Cindy Ault Peters to chat about your idea, ask questions, or get more information – 343-572-6345 or cpeters@wdmh.on.ca – and let’s get started!
Step 3:
Complete the registration form – either the Basic Agreement or the Product Sales Agreement – whichever is applicable.
Step 4:
Submit the form to Cindy Ault Peters, either by emailing to cpeters@wdmh.on.ca or by mail to Cindy Ault Peters, WDMH Foundation, 566 Louise St., Winchester, ON K0C 2K0.
Step 5:
Check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
Step 6:
Spread the word! There are so many ways to share your event and make it successful – and we can help.
- Create a fundraising page on CanadaHelps.org.
- Create a Facebook event and invite
your friends (and us!). - Post your event details on your social media channels, and ask your friends, family, and colleagues to share. (Be sure to tag the WDMH Foundation so we can share too!)
- Draft a press release and distribute
to local media outlets – we can help! - Post your event on local community calendars – it’s free!