Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Southwestern Ontario How To Help

Fundraise for RMHC Southwestern Ontario

If you’re looking to raise support for families in your community who call RMHC-SWO their “home-away-from-home,” you’ve come to the right place! The funding you raise directly impacts the ability for RMHC Southwestern Ontario to provide emotional, physical, and financial support to families of seriously ill children through our House and Family Room programs.

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WE WANT TO HELP MAKE YOUR FUNDRAISER A SUCCESS!

From a lemonade stand to a community event, the more we know about your fundraiser, the more we can help. Please complete the community fundraiser form below with as much detail about your fundraiser as possible.

1) Complete Your Community Fundraising Form

2) Download the Community Fundraiser Toolkit

 

HOW CAN WE HELP YOUR EVENT!

We are very appreciative of the organizers who hold community events to benefit our programs. After a community fundraising form is submitted we can provide the below supports:

  • Assets included in the Community Fundraiser Toolkit
  • Signed Letter of Support for collecting donations or sponsorships for your event
  • Approval of the use of RMHC Southwestern Ontario name, logo, and images

  • Display materials and assets for events. Please note some display assets are required to be returned to RMHC-SWO following your event.

  • Support with the design of branded promotional assets for your event i.e. posters. Please request support, or provide your promotional designs for approval, at least 15 days prior to the launch date.
  • Family stories, representative speakers, or other inspiration for supporting the mission (Speakers are not guaranteed and dependent on staff availability and fundraiser location)
  • Provide tax receipts to the direct donor for contributions made payable and submitted directly to RMHC-SWO.

SOME FUNDRAISING IDEAS FOR YOU!

What are some fundraiser ideas?

  • Battle of the bands
  • BBQ
  • Carnival or festival

  • Challenges (push-up challenge, bike ride challenge, chili cook-off, etc.)

  • Concert or theater performance
  • Dinner party
  • Donations in lieu of gifts
  • Grand opening

TAKE YOUR FUNDRAISING EVENT ONLINE

  • Create An
    Online Fundraiser

    Select Ronald McDonald House SWO as the chapter of choice

  • Fundraise
    on Facebook

FAQS

  • Will RMHC-SWO help organize events?

    While we cannot guarantee, we will do our best to share your event with our supporters through our communications efforts (i.e. social media, e-newsletter, volunteer communications). Be sure to tag us @rmhcswo so we can see and repost. Any additional promotion is up to the event organizers.

  • Is RMHC able to support any community fundraiser event expenses?

    While we are happy to answer any questions you may have on managing/tracking event expenses, it is the event organizer who is responsible for managing the expenses for a community event. 

  • Can RMHC provide volunteers for a third-party event?

    It is the responsibility of the event organizers to recruit, train, and manage all volunteers unless otherwise determined.

  • Will RMHC help promote third-party events?

    While we cannot guarantee, we will post your event on social media. Be sure to tag us @rmhcswo so we can see and repost. Any additional promotion is up to the event organizers.

  • RMHC will not be responsible for any damage or accidents to any persons or property; we will not assume any legal or financial liability caused before, during, or after the event. In acquiring insurance for an event, it is the responsibility of the organizer to apply and obtain such documents in the name of the individual, organization or business coordinating the event. It is advisable that you seek guidance and direction from your own insurance broker on this matter.

  • Learn More About Needing a Raffle License

    If your group or organization is planning to hold a gaming event to raise funds a raffle license issued by your municipality will be needed. RMHC-SWO does not typically provide raffle licenses for community events, but we are happy to discuss in more detail with you and provide alternate solutions.

    If determined otherwise, RMHC-SWO may be able to provide a raffle license but please keep in mind this takes time and coordination with the city. Please reach out to our team to inquire about a raffle license at least 1-month in advance of your fundraising event. 

    Learn more about raffle licenses in Ontario
     

  • How do i send the proceeds of my event to RMHC?

    Please submit your proceeds within 60 days of the event closing online or by mail.
    Visit www.rmhc-swo.ca/donate and select “Donate Now” to send proceeds from your event. Be sure to leave the name of your fundraiser in the comment section.

    Send the funds raised by your community event by cheque made payable to RMHC Southwestern Ontario.
    Mailing Address:
    RMHC Southwestern Ontario
    741 Base Line Rd. East
    London Ontario
    N6C 2R6

  • Raising Money: Managing Logistics

    • To conduct a fundraising event, we ask that you complete and submit the Community Fundraiser Form here at least 25 days prior to your event.
    • Prior RMHC approval before hosting a third-party event is necessary. This notice is important as we track all events and donations to ensure you receive the recognition that you deserve, as well as tax receipts where applicable.
    • The third-party organizer is responsible for meeting all local and provincial government standards and fulfilling all legal authorization(s), permit(s), precaution(s), and/or general liability insurance required to organize the event.
    • The third-party event organizer will be solely responsible for the organization, operation, and control of the event and all costs related to the event.  The organizer will handle all monies until the official donation is submitted to RMHC.  RMHC is not able to reimburse the organizer for any third-party event expenses.  No goods may be charge to RMHC for any reason.
    • RMHC must not be party to any liability coverage without prior knowledge.  RMHC accepts no legal responsibility and cannot be held liable to any risk, injury, or otherwise.
    • The event organizers are responsible for maintaining accounting for the event.
    • Involvement of RMHC staff and volunteers will be based on availability, location, and the nature of the event.
    • RMHC issues official income tax receipts in accordance with the Government of Canada regulations and only to the direct donor of the funds.  (i.e., a tax receipt is given only to the person who wrote a check directly to RMHC-SWO).
      Find all the details: Government of Canada
    • Third-party event organizers will submit funds to RMHC-SWO within 60 days of the event.