Fundraise for
A Dollar A Day Foundation

Help Bring Mental Health Support to More Communities

By hosting a fundraiser for A Dollar A Day Foundation, you can help expand access to frontline mental health and addictions programs across Canada. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, organizing an event, or simply looking for a way to give back, your fundraiser can help make a real difference in the lives of people who need support.

Every dollar raised helps fund grassroots organizations providing critical mental health and addiction services in communities across the country.

WAYS YOU CAN FUNDRAISE

There are many ways to support A Dollar A Day. Here are some ideas to get started.

Workplace Fundraising

Businesses and workplaces can support mental health in meaningful ways.

  • Team fundraising goal
    Set a goal as a workplace (e.g., raise $2,000 or sign up 20 employees as Dollar-A-Dayers.
  • Casual Dress Day
    Employees donate to participate in a casual dress day (e.g., jeans day).
  • Office event
    Host a simple event like a lunch, raffle, or coffee morning where proceeds support A Dollar A Day.
  • Employee giving campaign
    Encourage staff to make a one-time gift or sign up as Dollar-A-Dayers.

Fundraising together helps build stronger teams while supporting an important cause.

For organizations looking to make a deeper impact, the Partners for Change program offers a structured approach to workplace giving and employee engagement.

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Fundraise at School

Students and educators can play a powerful role in supporting mental health initiatives.

  • School fundraising challenge
    Set a goal as a class or school; for example, raise $365 in 30 days or see how much you can achieve together in a month. Track your progress and work as a team to support mental health and addictions programs across Canada.
  • Student-led events
    Organize simple events like bake sales, coffee stands, or lunch-hour activities where proceeds support A Dollar A Day Foundation.
  • Mental health awareness campaign
    Host a themed week or day to raise awareness and encourage donations (e.g., posters, announcements, guest speakers, or classroom discussions).
  • Club fundraisers
    School clubs (student council, sports teams, wellness clubs) can run their own small campaigns or events to support A Dollar A Day.
  • Athletic events or challenges
    Organize a walk, run, or sports tournament where participants raise funds or donate to take part.

We can provide simple fundraising tools to help get started.

Celebrate a Special Occasion

Turn a celebration into an opportunity to give back.

  • Birthday fundraisers
  • Anniversary celebrations
  • Wedding gifts in lieu of presents
  • Holiday giving campaigns

Ask friends and family to donate to A Dollar A Day instead of gifts.

Host a Community Event

Bring people together while supporting an important cause.

  • Charity golf tournament, hockey or baseketball game
  • Community BBQ
  • Put on a concert or live music event
  • Trivia night
  • Local fun run or walk
  • Teach a skill you love and ask participants to donate to join.

Community events are a great way to raise awareness while raising funds.

Online Fundraising

Use simple online tools and your personal network to support our work.

  • Create a social media fundraiser
    Set up a fundraiser on platforms like Facebook or Instagram and invite friends and family to contribute. You can set a goal (e.g., $250 or $500) and share updates as you get closer.
  • Set up a personal fundraising page
    Create a dedicated donation page for your fundraiser and share the link with your network by email, text, or social media.
  • Host a livestream fundraiser
    Go live on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, or Instagram while gaming, or doing a hobby, and encourage viewers to donate during the stream.
  • Organize an online event
    Host a virtual event such as a trivia night, workshop, or discussion, and ask participants to donate to join.

How to Start Your Fundraiser

Getting started is simple.

1. Decide what type of fundraiser you’d like to organize.

2. Set a fundraising goal.

3. Invite your friends, family, colleagues, or community to participate.

4. Share why supporting mental health and addictions programs matters to you.

Our team is happy to support you along the way. Contact us at [email protected] today!

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Fundraising Resources

To help make your fundraiser successful, we offer:

  • Fundraising tips and ideas
  • Social media graphics
  • Sample messaging and emails
  • Information about the impact of your support

Contact us at [email protected] if you’d like help planning your fundraiser.

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