Fundraising for the - Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation

Fundraising for the
Canadian Breast
Cancer Foundation
– Atlantic Region
cbcf.org/atlantic
TABLE OF CONTENTS
About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Atlantic Region ...............................3
Who Are You Running For?® ......................................................................................................4
Take the First Step ........................................................................................................................... 5
Make Fundraising Easy ................................................................................................................. 7
Put the Fun in Fundraising .........................................................................................................10
Gallery of Ideas ............................................................................................................................... 12
Support Materials & Resources ...............................................................................................13
Logo Usage ......................................................................................................................................14
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Guidelines .........................................................................15
Donations & Receipting ..............................................................................................................16
Lottery Information .......................................................................................................................18
Further Opportunities to Support ...........................................................................................19
Contact Us ........................................................................................................................................20
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About the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation – Atlantic Region
For more tha n 25 years, the Ca nadia n Breast Ca ncer
Foundation (CBCF) has been at the forefront of a nation-wide
movement to raise awareness a nd mobilize action, with a
goal of creating a future without breast ca ncer.
Our mission began with a small group of determined women with a shared vision
of reducing the stigmas associated with breast cancer, and funding innovative and
relevant research. Their vision resonates so strongly that each year thousands of
Canadians join us to help, by volunteering, donating, participating, and supporting
vital work that has driven significant change.
Since 1986, the mortality rate for breast cancer has fallen by 35%, due mainly to
increased breast cancer screening and improved treatments. From the beginning,
CBCF has actively advocated for breast cancer screening, and supported research
across the spectrum – from prevention, early detection and diagnosis, to treatment
and quality of life for patients. Since opening our doors in 1997, CBCF – Atlantic Region
has awarded over $22 million for Atlantic Canadian research grants, community health
grants, studentship awards, and national initiatives.
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WHO ARE YOU RUNNING FOR? ®
Sunday, October 6, 2013
About the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure (CIBC Run for the Cure ®) is Canada’s
largest single-day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer. It
was founded by a small group of volunteers who wanted to raise awareness and funds for the breast
cancer cause. The CIBC Run for the Cure® has made great strides while staying true to its grassroots
and our volunteer founders’ vision.
Your participation and support for the CIBC Run for the Cure® is making a difference. The funds you
contribute allow CBCF to continue to fund relevant and innovative research and support and advocate
for the breast cancer community.
Visit www.runforthecure.com to register a team, participate as an individual or volunteer. In addition
to the following pages, www.runforthecure.com also provides fundraising tips and resources to help
make your fundraising efforts a huge success.
Join us on October 5th, 2014
at one of the Ca nadia n
Breast Cancer Foundation
CIBC Run for the Cure sites
in Atlantic Canada:
Bathurst
Charlottetown
Church Point
Corner Brook
Fredericton
Halifax
Moncton
New glasgow
Saint John
St. John’s
Sydney
Wolfville
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TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Chances are you have already taken the first step to begin fundraising. Whether it’s written on a napkin or left on a voicemail to your closest friend, you
have already begun to think of a fantastic fundraising idea. Hold on to it, because we have the tools to help you take your great idea and put it into action.
If you don’t have an idea – that’s okay! We have collected some of the best fundraising ideas we have come across, and included them in this booklet for
you to use and make your own. We also have a number of ready-to-fundraise programs that can get you started today with one simple phone call. Either
way, we cannot wait to hear from you!
We hope that the following few pages help you in planning your fundraising event or activity. Our goal with this booklet is to help get your creative
juices flowing, and to help make your “Pink” idea one that you, along with your committee members and participants, will remember and want to
recreate year after year.
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To help get you started, we have created an easy-to-follow checklist
to make sure your fundraising is simple and fun!
Step 1: Brainstorm an idea Brainstorm and come up with your great fundraising idea. If you’re
stuck, read through the following pages to see if there is a fun idea that works for you. Remember,
you can always speak with someone at CBCF – Atlantic Region; we’re here to help!
Step 2: Get a team together Make it social! Fundraising can be a great way to get your friends
together and spend quality time with each other, while doing something great for your community.
Encourage your co-workers, friends and family to help with organizing your fundraising event
and/or program.
Step 3: Set a fundraising goal By setting a goal, you are giving yourself and your team
something to work towards. Be sure to set achievable goals, and do not be afraid to evaluate your
goals as you go.
Step 4: Start planning Now that you have set your goal, you need to determine how you are
going to get there. Discuss ideas with your team to develop a fundraising plan, filled with activities
that will help you reach your fundraising goal.
Step 5: Register your event with CBCF – Atlantic Region Call us at 1-866-273-2223 and
speak with a CBCF team member to register your event. The team at CBCF-Atlantic Region is
extremely helpful and ready to assist you in reaching your fundraising goal, and will help you
to further develop your fundraising plan. You can also click here fill out and submit the Community
Events Proposal Form.
Step 6: It’s go time Now that you have your fantastic idea, a hard-working committee,
a fundraising goal and plan, and a CBCF – Atlantic Region team member ready to assist you,
you are all set to go!
Cut out this handy checklist
and use it to track your event’s
planning progress!
Step 1: Brainstorm an idea
Step 2: Get a team together
Step 3: Set a fundraising goal
Step 4: Start planning
Step 5: Register your event
with CBCF – Atlantic Region
Step 6: It’s go time
Step 7: Feel inspired and have fun
Step 7: Feel inspired and have fun In the midst of committee meetings, emails, phone calls
and organizing your event, remind yourself to enjoy the experience and have fun. You are
making a difference.
Don’t forget the CBCF staff is only a phone call or email away if you need guidance or help.
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Make fundraising easy
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Atlantic Region has a nu mber of fundraising progra ms that are
designed to make fundraising easy. From participating in a tea m fundraiser, to hosting a golf tourna ment,
to turning your workplace casual day pink, we have a progra m that is as easy as making a phone call.
If you are looking for an easy fundraising idea that is ready to go, choose one of the following programs and call us toll-free at 1-866-273-2223.
We can help you with everything you need to start fundraising today.
Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure
Grab your running sneakers or your favourite walking shoes, and join us for the CIBC Run for the Cure®. Sign up individually or register as a team
and fundraise all year long! The CIBC Run for the Cure® is Canada’s largest single-day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for
breast cancer research, and education and awareness programs. Whether you take part in the 5km or 1km route, volunteer, or cheer on a spectator, this
event will inspire you.
CHAMPIONS FOR THE CAUSE
Champions for the Cause is an umbrella program designed to recognize our corporate partners that truly are ambassadors for our cause. Companies
that participate in three or more eligible activities in a one year period become part of the program, and will receive additional public recognition
and benefits. More than just financial support, Champions for the Cause is about the type of involvement and number of ways a company is engaged
with the Foundation.
Charity Challenge
Do you have a desire for adventure? Have you ever dreamed of experiencing new cultures? Here is your chance to travel, explore and make a difference!
Through Charity Challenge, you are able to choose from a portfolio of treks, bike rides, mountain climbs, rafting, sky diving, dog sledding, skiing and
community challenges in more than 30 countries worldwide and fundraise in support of CBCF – Atlantic Region. Visit www.charitychallenge.com or call the
CBCF – Atlantic Region office for more information on adventure challenges. Create a lifetime memory while creating a future without breast cancer.
Cook for the Cure®
Turn entertaining into creating a future without breast cancer! The next time you host a get-together, host a Cook for the Cure® and invite your guests
to make a donation in support of CBCF – Atlantic Region. You can also sell tickets to a special dinner in your home. Register and we will provide you with
support materials to help make your next dinner setting a charitable one.
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Get Pink’d
Mark your calendars! Join the movement on March 14, 2014 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s National Get Pink’d day. Whether at school
or in the workplace, a community group or individual, you can plan to Get Pink’d. Encourage your classmates or co-workers to wear something pink.
Register your group and wear a button that will let everyone know you support CBCF. It’s easy, impactful, and shows that together we will create a
future without breast cancer.
Golf Programs
If you love the game of golf and want to support CBCF-Atlantic Region, we have a few programs that may spark your interest:
• Play Fore Hope: Host a golf tournament! We provide support materials (prizing, pledge forms, game ideas) as well as
one-on-one advice and support from a CBCF team member to help you through the development of your tournament.
• Play a Round: Would you like to show your support, but don’t have the time to organize a tournament? By making a minimum donation,
CBCF will provide you with a CBCF-branded golf item that you can take out on any course to show your support for the CBCF – Atlantic Region.
• Host a Hole: Invite the CBCF – Atlantic Region to host a hole activity at your existing corporate or group tournament.
We will plan a fun and interactive hole activity, with prizing, breast health information and lots of pink!
• Driving Hope: Take a swing at fundraising! Register your driving range and designate a bucket of balls (they could be pink) as the Driving Hope
Bucket on a specific day. Donate a portion of these bucket sales to CBCF-Atlantic Region.
Pink Days in Bloom
Are you looking to turn your green thumbs pink? Pink Days in Bloom is a way for you to add a fundraising component to your everyday business
and/or hobby. Whether you own or work at a garden centre, greenhouse, or are a garden enthusiast, you can fundraise and make a difference.
Fundraising activities can include selling raffle tickets, hosting a barbeque, or donating a portion of sales from a pink plant. Use the natural positive
and therapeutic energy of plants to make a significant impact in the lives of Atlantic Canadians affected by breast cancer. Register and a CBCF team
member will assist you with planning your event, and provide you with the support materials to help with your fundraising efforts.
Pink in the Rink
If it takes place in a rink, you can make it pink! Whether you play ball hockey, ice hockey, ringette or curling – you can bring fundraising into the arena. Pink
up the rink by sporting pink jerseys, dying the ice pink, or decorating the stands. You can raise funds by donating a portion of ticket sales, holding a raffle
or 50/50 draw, or hosting a BBQ during the game. We can support your Pink in the Rink by providing pink ribbons, breast health information, donation tins,
helmet decals and pledge forms.
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PINK RIBBON PAPER ICON
The Pink Ribbon paper icon makes it easy for local retailers, big and small, to raise funds that will make a difference. By becoming a Pink Ribbon
Retailer, you agree to ask customers to donate $1 to support a future without breast cancer. Customers can then display their pink ribbon proudly at
your location(s). Sign up today to become a Pink Ribbon Retailer and you will receive a Pink Ribbon Retailers fundraising kit.
PouR for hope
Turn a gathering with family, friends, co-workers, or your community group into an opportunity to support a future without breast cancer. Host an
old-fashioned tea party, coffee and cake at work, a drink with friends, a Mother’s Day brunch, or celebrate a birthday – these get-togethers all make a great
Pour for Hope event! When you register to host a Pour for Hope, we will provide you with pink ribbons, donation tins, breast health information and pledge
forms. We may also have a few other goodies to help make your event a success!
Tie the Knot
Mark your wedding day with a gift that gives back. There are many ways to bring a charitable element to your special day, including making a donation in
lieu of favours for your guests, or asking guests to make a donation to encourage you and your new spouse to kiss during your reception. You could also
think of your own unique fundraiser that will fit into your own special day. Should you register for Tie the Knot, CBCF – Atlantic Region will provide you with
donation cards and tins, pink ribbons, breast health information and templates for place cards.
Yard Sale for the Cure™
Recycle and reuse previously loved items while raising money to create a future without breast cancer. You can register a Yard Sale for the Cure™ today at
www.yardsaleforthecure.com and take advantage of the online fundraising tools, including listing your yard sale on our yard sale Google map, creating a
personal online donation page, and easily send prospective yardsalers e-blasts about your event. For $25.00, you can also order a Yard Sale for the Cure™ kit,
which includes a lawn sign, t-shirt, poster, breast health information and marker to help you promote your sale. Strike a deal and raise funds for a great cause.
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PUT THE FUN IN FUNDRAISING
Fundraising can be easy and fun. If you would like to explore further fundraising ideas outside our fundraising programs listed on the previous page,
take some of these ideas and give them a try. You might be surprised how much support you receive and how quickly you reach your goal.
Ideas for Everyone
Barbeque
Grill up some burgers for friends/family and
neighbours. You can raise money by charging
for each item or creating a meal deal (e.g.
hamburger, chips & pop). For both the theme
dinner (page 11) and barbeque fundraising
ideas, you may want to register to have a Cook
for the Cure™ to take advantage of some of the
fundraising tools. See page 7.
Bottle Drive
Collect bottles and cans and return them to a
bottle depot for reimbursement.
Cheque In and Cheque Out
With employer approval, ask your colleagues to
make a small donation upon arriving or leaving
work. Consider asking your employer to match
these donations!
Collect for Chores
Cut your family’s, friend’s and/or neighbour’s
lawn, weed their garden, wash windows,
or clean their house. You can raise money
by setting an hourly fee or charging a rate
per activity.
Dog Walk & Wash
Walk and wash your family’s, friends’ and/or
neighbours’ pets. You can raise money by
charging a fee per pet or charging an hourly fee.
Dollars for Dares
Has someone dared you to do something?
Or, do they need a volunteer for a dunk tank or
a pie toss? People will give you money for doing
crazy things.
Tribute Gifts
Throw a birthday, anniversary, graduation or
special event, and ask guests to make a donation
to the cause in lieu of gifts. For weddings, check
out our Tie the Knot program on page 9.
Email Signature
In your email signature, let people know you
are fundraising for the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation – Atlantic Region, and provide the
link to your online donation page (see page 13
for support materials and resources).
Games Night
Have family, friends or neighbours over for a
night of trivia or board games. You can raise
money by charging participants to play and by
selling food or beverages at the event. Check
out Cook for the Cure™ on page 7 and Pour for
Hope on page 9.
Get Sporty
Challenge others by organizing a small sports
tournament with family and friends. Have a
prize for the winner. You can raise money by
charging an entry fee per team, participant
and/or spectator, and by selling food or
beverages at the event. For organized sports
fundraising ideas check out page 8.
Gift Wrapping
Whether it’s an upcoming birthday, Christmas,
or another special holiday, offer to wrap gifts for
family, friends, or co-workers for a fee. They’ll
be happy to make a donation for you to help
eliminate something from their to-do list.
Haunted House
Whether you’re celebrating Halloween or want
to recreate your favourite horror flick, create a
spooky atmosphere in your home that is sure to
scare your neighbours to the next street. You can
raise money by charging a fee to enter, as well
as setting up a treat table with baked goods or
other sweet treats.
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Have a Sale
Host a bake sale, plant sale, or craft sale. You
can raise money by setting fixed prices for each
item or allowing people to offer a donation in
exchange for each piece. If hosting a garage or
yard sale interests you, check out our Yard Sale
for the Cure™ program on page 9.
Head Shave
To support those who have lost their hair to
breast cancer treatment, challenge your friends
and family to help you raise funds to reach your
fundraising goal. Once you reach your goal,
have someone shave your hair off.
Host a House Concert
Recruit a friend, family member and/or a local
musician to play a concert at your house. You
can raise money by selling tickets or charging
admission at the door.
Lemonade or Coffee Stand
Sell coffee, water or lemonade at your child’s
early morning or weekend sports games. See
Pour for Hope on page 9.
Movie Night
Rent a movie and invite your friends & family to a
viewing. You can raise money by selling tickets to the
event and accepting donations for dinner before,
or for snacks during the movie. See Cook for the
Cure™ on page 7 and Pour for Hope on page 9.
Penny/Coin Drive
Looking for a good use for all of those
pennies you’ve collected over the years? Why
not donate them to CBCF - Atlantic Region?
Remember, every penny counts!
Photo Shoot
Take photos of friends, family members and
their pets. You can raise money by charging for
the photo session and charging for photos once
they are developed.
Sweet Donations
Host a Candy Gram day at the office and donate
money to have a candy gram delivered to a
colleague in your office.
Talent Auction
Have people donate items and/or services to
your auction. You can raise money by having
participants bid on the services or items offered.
Theme Dinner
Host a dinner with authentic food and music.
You can raise money by selling tickets to the
dinner and asking guests to make a donation
that night. See Cook for the Cure™ on page 7.
Raffle or 50/50 Draw
Everyone loves to have a chance to win
something! Create or have a prize donated,
and raffle off the prize to your friends, coworkers and/or family. 50/50 draws are easy, all
you need is a roll of tear tickets and a lottery
permit* and you’re all set to go!
These are just a few of the great fundraising ideas we have seen from community events across Atlantic
Canada. If you have a fundraiser you would like to do, call us. We would love to hear about it and help you
turn your idea into reality!
* Please consult local gaming regulations when conducting a raffle or game of chance (see page 18 for Lottery Information).
We can help you with this process, so please give us a call at 1-866-273-2223 with any questions.
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SUPPORT MATERIALS & RESOURCES
Once you have registered your event with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Atlantic Region, a team member will let you know about what materials
and resources are available to help make your fundraising event an even bigger success. Because we are a non-profit organization, our materials and
resources we offer are made possible in large part thanks to our corporate sponsors, partners and volunteers, so items are subject to availability.
Support Materials
Some of the materials we regularly offer to
support third party events include:
• Breast health information
•Posters
• Pink ribbons
• Information about CBCF – Atlantic Region
(i.e. Report to the Community)
• Logo (see Logo Usage page 14)
• Donation tins
• Pledge forms
Promotion via Websites
and Social Media
We proudly offer opportunities to feature
fundraisers on our website and social media
sites. We want to help spread the word about
your support for CBCF, and we will do our best
to select the best promotional avenues for your
fundraiser.
Our online properties we use to help promote
events happening in Atlantic Canada include:
• Facebook: facebook.com/Canadian-BreastCancer-Foundation-Atlantic-Region
Staff
One of the greatest resources available is the
knowledgeable and friendly team at CBCF Atlantic Region. We are here to answer any of
your questions, generate or foster ideas, as well
as assist you after your event in evaluation and
preparation for next year. Please do not hesitate
to call us with your questions, and we will do
our very best to help find an answer or solution.
We are here to help you from registration
to remittance.
• Twitter: @cbcfatlregion
• YouTube: CBCFAtlanticRegion
• Monthly E-newsletter
(over 10,000 subscribers)
• Online donation page*
* Please ask your CBCF representative about setting up an online donation page. This service is not recommended for all fundraising activities.
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LOGO USAGE
If you require the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Atlantic Region (CBCF-Atlantic Region) logo for promotional purposes for your event, please speak to
your CBCF-Atlantic Region representative. A Logo Request Form must be completed and reviewed before permission is granted.
If approved for using the CBCF and CBCF-Atlantic Region logo, you will receive approval via email from your CBCF-Atlantic Region representative. Permission
for use of the logo is granted on an annual basis and can only be extended with written approval upon reviewing the event and its program. Separate
events by the same organizer must complete a separate Logo Request Form.
CBCF – Atlantic Region must give approval to all materials and advertising copy that uses the CBCF name, pink ribbon and/or logo prior to publication
and/or distribution (including websites). Approval of the use of the pink ribbon logo and CBCF name is in relation to your program as outlined above,
as well as any related promotional materials.
For most third-party fundraisers, CBCF – Atlantic Region provides event organizers with the CBCF – Atlantic Region’s “In Support Of” logo.
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Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
GUIDELINES
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation‘s tax receipt policy is based on the Federal Income Tax Act,
which is enforced by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). CBCF must comply with this legislation to
maintain its charitable status. In particular areas, CBCF has elected to adhere to stricter criteria than
what is set out by CRA.
CBCF’s tax receipt policy specifies the circumstances in which tax receipts may be issued and the kinds
of contributions that are eligible for tax receipts (and is based on regulations set out by CRA). For
example, if a donor receives a right, privilege, benefit, or advantage of any kind from a contribution
to a charity, the donation is ineligible for a tax receipt. In accordance with our policy, CBCF has full
control over the issuing of tax receipts and therefore reviews and approves any event-related tax
receipt issues in advance of the event to ensure conformity with CRA regulations and our standards.
Please contact us before guaranteeing tax receipts to anyone attending or contributing
to your event.
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DONATIONS & RECEIPTING
To help understand the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) guidelines on donations and receipting,
please review the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s Frequently Asked Questions:
Are all monetary donations eligible for tax receipts?
Any straight monetary contribution to CBCF with no benefit to the donor
is eligible for a tax receipt. For administrative purposes, it is our practice to
automatically issue tax receipts for donations of $20 or more. Tax receipts
are available upon request for donations under $20. Cheques should be
made payable to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Funds and donor
contact information must be received by December 31 of the year of the
event in order for CBCF to issue a charitable tax receipt for that tax year. If
event proceeds and/or donor information are received after December 31,
receipts will be issued for the following tax year.
Can I issue tax receipts right at the event?
To ensure we are in full compliance with the Income Tax Act and for us to
ensure we have the most accurate records, CBCF issues tax receipts from
our office.
What if one of our participants loses their tax receipt
or there is a mistake in it?
Please contact the CBCF-Atlantic Region office at 1-866-273-2223, and we
can either re-issue your tax receipt or correct it if a mistake has been made.
Can I have my tax receipt sent to someone else?
The Income Tax Act obligates us to send receipts only to the person or
organization that made the donation. This means that unless we receive
signed documentation that a person gave you the money to forward to
CBCF, we can only send a receipt to the person or people whose names
are on a pre-printed cheque, the person who signed the money order,
the person whose name is on the credit card, or the donor listed on the
donation card/form.
I’m making the donation in lieu of a gift.
Can you send the receipt to that person?
We would be happy to send a card to someone indicating your gift in their
honour/memory. The Income Tax Act requires us to issue the receipt to the
person making the donation, and we are therefore unable to issue a receipt
to the person you are honouring.
I’m writing the cheque, but can I have the receipt sent to my partner?
If your cheque is pre-printed with more than one name, we can send the
receipt to anyone on the cheque. If your partner’s name is not on the
cheque, you should check with the CRA about sharing your tax credit with
your partner when you file your income tax returns.
I want to write a cheque or use my credit card to cover cash
donations I collected for CBCF. How can the people who donated
cash get a receipt?
In order for individuals who donated cash to receive a tax receipt, we need
to receive donation cards or forms (i.e. completed pledge form) for each
donor with their full contact information and the amount of the donation.
What about merchandise purchased in support of the Canadian Breast
Cancer Foundation, or items purchased at an auction? Are they eligible
for a tax receipt?
For more information about tax receipt issues, please contact our CBCFAtlantic Region team at 1-866-273-2223.
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Are ticket and admission prices, green fees, etc.
eligible for a tax receipt?
The CRA states that tax receipts cannot be issued when the individual
is receiving something in return. In the case of a community event, this
may include dinner or a game of golf. Occasionally, and only at CBCF‘s
discretion, tax receipts may be issued for the difference between the
purchase price of a ticket to attend an event and the fair market value of all
event components, including food, entertainment, and other consumables.
Even if these are donated, CRA states the full fair market value must be
used to calculate the potential amount of the tax receipt. Please contact us
for more information about this option.
Are sponsorships of golf holes eligible for tax receipts?
If a company decides to sponsor a hole in a golf event, they are not eligible
for a tax receipt because by placing their name on the hole, they are
receiving marketing value and the CRA states that tax receipts cannot be
issued when the individual or business is receiving something in return. It
is often helpful to provide them with a thank you letter or business receipt
stating the amount they paid to sponsor the hole which they can use to
justify the expense in their marketing budget. If an individual would like to
support your event, it is in their best interest to make a personal donation if
they want to receive a tax receipt. By doing this, their name can be listed on
event signage and in evening programs as an event donor or patron.
Are in-kind donations eligible for tax receipts?
CBCF does not issue tax receipts for in-kind donations to community
events, including items donated to auctions, due to extensive
administration that would be required by CBCF to process each in-kind
gift. It is important to know that it is more advantageous for a company to
deduct the original cost of the inventory as a business expense, including
donated auction items. CBCF will, however, provide your in-kind donors
with a letter of acknowledgment or business receipt when requested.
Are donated services eligible for tax receipts?
The CRA states that donated services are ineligible for tax receipts.
Are corporate sponsorships eligible for tax receipts?
Sponsorships are viewed by the CRA as a business agreement providing
commercial benefit to the sponsoring organization and are therefore
ineligible for tax receipts. CBCF will provide your event sponsors with a
letter of acknowledgment or business receipt when requested.
Other charitable organizations handle tax receipting inquiries
differently than your Foundation. Are they doing something wrong?
Why are there differences?
The CBCF’s tax receipt decisions are based on the CRA‘s Income Tax
Act. Many sections of the ITA are subject to interpretation and in some
instances, CBCF has decided to adhere to stricter practices than are
mandated by law. We cannot speak about other charities‘ practices,
but suggest if you do have concerns, to be in touch with the Charities
Directorate (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/about/menu-e.html).
Who do I speak with at CBCF to discuss tax receipts?
For more information about tax receipt issues, please contact our
CBCF – Atlantic Region office team at 1-866-273-2223.
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LOTTERY INFORMATION
If you are planning to sell tickets on a raffle, 50/50 draw, bingo, and/or Monte Carlo event as part of your fundraiser, please ensure you complete the
appropriate and necessary lottery license application for your province. If you are unsure about whether or not you require a lottery license, please contact
your local gaming authority. The rule of thumb is any time you are selling a chance to win, it would be considered charitable gaming and would therefore
require a gaming license.
If you have any further questions, call your CBCF-Atlantic Region representative to determine if your event requires a gaming license.
To speak to the ga ming authority in your province, please see contact information below:
NEW BRUNSWICK
N.B Lotteries and Gaming
Corporation (Division)
Mailing Address
Centennial Building
Room: 671 Floor: 6th
P. O. Box 6000
Fredericton, NB
E3B 5H1
Telephone: (506) 444-3468
Fax: (506) 444-5818
Email: [email protected]
www.gnb.ca/0024/index-e.asp
Newfoundland and
Labrador
Service Newfoundland –
Consumer Affairs Division
Mailing Address
Government Service
Centre
5 Mews Place
P.O. Box 8700
St. John’s, NL
A1B 4J6
Telephone: (709) 729-2660
Toll Free: 1-877-968-2600
Fax: 1 (709) 466-4070
or (709) 729-6998
www.gs.gov.nl.ca/lotteries
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
NOVA SCOTIA
Halifax Regional Municipality
Alcohol and Gaming Division
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Alcohol and Gaming Division
Environment, Labour
and Justice
Mailing Address
Mailing Address
Mailing Address
Alcohol and Gaming Division
Service Nova Scotia and
Municipal Relations
780 Windmill Road, 2nd Floor
PO Box 545
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y 3Y8
Alcohol and Gaming Division
Service Nova Scotia and
Municipal Relations
235 Townsend Street
Sydney, NS
B1P 5E7
Shaw Building
95-105 Rochford Street
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 7N8
Toll Free: 1-877-565-0556
(within Nova Scotia)
Fax: (902) 563-3430
Telephone: (902) 563-3495
Telephone: (902) 368-5653
Fax: (902) 368-5283
Email: [email protected]
www.gov.pe.ca
Telephone: (902) 424-6160
(within metro)
Fax: (902) 424-6313
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FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT
There are many opportunities to support the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation – Atla ntic Region.
Whether you are looking to work with your employer to do a staff lottery, or would like to do a
cause-related marketing program with a percentage of sales going to CBCF-Atlantic Region, we can
help you with your campaign.
To help better u ndersta nd all your opportu nities, here are a few brief
descriptions of other fu ndraising activities:
• Sponsorship is a way your company can help CBCF – Atlantic Region do great things. Because
of our sponsors, we continue to make a real impact by funding innovative research, education
and awareness initiatives, and advocacy programs. Our partners and sponsors not only bring
in valuable contributions, they also extend our reach to provide education and breast health
information to new audiences and stakeholders.
• Cause-Related Marketing is an effective way for your company to promote its support for
CBCF – Atlantic Region, and our work in creating a future without breast cancer. Create a special
product or service promotion that highlights your support of the cause, or donate a portion of
sales to CBCF-Atlantic Region.
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CONTACT US
The entire team at the Canadian Breast Cancer
Foundation – Atlantic Region office is thrilled to
have you representing CBCF in your community.
We understand the number of hours, and the
commitment necessary to organize and execute
a community fundraiser, and we thank you.
A cure will only be found with continued and
consistent support from volunteers and donors
like you.
Please be sure to contact us with any questions
and/or concerns you may have along the way. It
is our pleasure to help you in any way that we can.
Together we will create a future
without breast cancer.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
– Atlantic Region
5251 Duke Street, Suite 417
Halifax, NS B3J 1P3
Telephone: (902) 422-5520
Toll Free: 1-866-273-2223
Email: [email protected]
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