Whether you’re running a bake sale or a 5K, you can invite others to support your efforts for the good of your community.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity sparking positive change through critical programs at our 450+ locations. By fundraising for the YMCA, you can help people in your community overcome barriers and ignite their full potential.
Chose the type of fundraiser you’d like to host. It can be a party, barbeque, bake sale, or marathon — the sky's the limit!
Create your fundraising page on our site. Customize it by adding photos and posting updates as you move closer to your goal.
Share your fundraising page through email and social media. Invite your friends, family, and community to support your event!
Youth shelters
Youth experiencing homelessness can find a safe place to sleep and wraparound supports at YMCA Sprott House and The Wagner Green YMCA. From mental health counselling to help finding work, youth access supports they need to get on track to a healthier future.
Camping and outdoor education
For youth experiencing unemployment, low academic achievement, and inactivity, YMCA Camp Pine Crest and YMCA Cedar Glen help build confidence, teach leadership and teamwork skills, and help them realize their true potential.
Financial assistance
People of all incomes deserve the chance to be active and healthy. Our financial assistance program helps provide YMCA Health & Fitness memberships to those who otherwise wouldn't be able to afford them.
Yes, if your employer has a matching program for your charitable donations, they can make their matched gift on your fundraising page so you can double your impact!
If you would like someone from the YMCA to attend or speak at your event, please contact us a minimum of three weeks in advance.
We can provide you with customizable poster templates or you can design your own using an approved logo. Make sure you connect with us at least two weeks in advance!
Absolutely! If you are collecting donations by cash or cheque, be sure to record:
Charitable tax receipts are issued for gifts of $10 or more. Please note that the following are not eligible for charitable tax receipts under CRA guidelines:
Depending on your fundraiser, you can ask us to help promote your event on social media. Reach out to Ashley.Curcic@ymcagta.org at least two weeks in advance. You can also check out local online event calendars such as municipal, community centre, and community news websites and ask if they will accept a posting for your event.
*Please note that the YMCA is unable to secure sponsors or recruit, train, or manage volunteers for your event.
To learn more about hosting an event or how the YMCA can support your fundraising goals, please contact:
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Ashley Curcic