Run/Walk in support of Carefor

September 1, 2012

Click here for pledge forms for Carefor's run/walk.

Click here to learn about sponsorship opportunities with Carefor.

Volunteer at the Run/Walk.

Runners depart at last year's Carefor Run/Walk.

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When: Saturday, September 1, at 8 a.m. - rain or shine!

Where: Terry Fox Athletic Facility at Mooney's Bay, Ottawa

Somersault Event Series hosts the 12th Annual Morning Canadian 3km and 8km Fun Runs. Carefor Health & Community Services is the official charity of the 2012 Canadian Weekend and all pledges through this program will support Carefor's charitable work in Ottawa. Charitable Registration No 11928 4768 RR0001.

All Team Carefor members receive free registration when you collect $100 or more in pledges. (Value: $35 for 3 Km Run/Walk and $50 for 8 Km Run/Walk). The complimentary registration is sponsored in part by Somersault Event Series.

Interested in volunteering? Contact Melissa at mcecchetto@carefor.ca.

Join Team Carefor today!

In addition to a great big thank you for helping Carefor continue its community work, you get:

  • The participant who collects the most pledges will receive a four-month fitness membership to "The Athletic Club" located in the Trainyards (Value: $250).
  • The participants who collects the 2nd to 6th most pledges will receive a pair of passes to The Nordik Spa in Chelsea, Quebec (Value: $88).
  • A special edition 2012 "Dare to Care" T-shirt.
  • A complimentary registration to the event when the pledges collected are $100 or more.
  • A completion medal at the finish line of your race.

How you help CareforParticipants at the 2010 Carefor Run/Walk.

By participating in this event and collecting pledges, you are helping Carefor care for our community. All money raised through your pledges will support Carefor's charitable work and provide:

  • Transportation to and from our Adult Day Programs for clients living with dementia who are unable to use the regular bus system.
  • Subsidies to help clients who are unable to afford the full cost of a Carefor service.
  • Equipment for eight nursing clinics which provide an alternative for clients in need of home care.
  • Ongoing education and training of the health care providers delivering Carefor services.
  • Upgrades to Carefor-owned buildings to increase energy efficiency, improve safety, enhance emergency preparedness and provide a more comfortable environment for our clients and staff

How to join Team Carefor

  1. Register today to participate by completing the registration form. The registration deadline to join Team Carefor is August 21, 2012.
  2. Read and agree to the Somersault Event Series Waiver, Release and Indemnification.
  3. Collect $100 or more in pledges. Sponsor yourself or ask your friends, family, neighbours, and co-workers for their donations in support of your walk or run using the pledge forms. Official tax receipts are provided for all donations of $20 or more.

Team Carefor Members' Responsibilities

  • All participants will be responsible for collecting their own pledges. Please print clearly on the pledge forms and provide complete mailing address information to ensure the contributors receive their official tax receipt.
  • Drop off your pledge forms and collected funds and pick up your special edition Team Carefor T-shirt at the Carefor tent on Friday, August 31st, or Saturday September 1st at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility.

Fundraising Tips

Need a hand reaching your fundraising goals? Read our fundraising tips to learn how to increase your pledges.

Sponsor Team Carefor

For just $250, your company will receive the following benefits:Carefor CEO Bob Cerniuk at the 2010 Run/Walk.

  • Get your company logo on Carefor’s T-shirt to be seen by all in attendance (1,500+ residents of Ottawa and the surrounding region)
  • Be seen as a responsible corporate citizen, doing your part by supporting local community health care
  • Onsite volunteer opportunities for your staff at an amazing family friendly event
  • Reach a niche, health-conscious audience by placing your marketing brochures/material in the giveaway bags being given to 1,500+ participants
  • Special recognition as a sponsor of Team Carefor throughout the event
  • Ongoing promotion with hyperlink on www.carefor.ca (community supporter page), special mention in Carefor newsletter and social media

To become a sponsor, fax or email a completed sponsorship application to Delphine Hasle at 613-749-4002, or dhasle@carefor.ca.

 

 

 

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