FUNDRAISING

Since 1995, we've been working to empower local people in Africa and Haiti to provide safe water and sanitation in their communities that desperately need it. But we can't do it without you! Big or small, regardless of your age or income, there is something you can do. Help us raise awareness and/or work towards meeting a fundraising goal. The sky is the limit!

The first and simplest way to help is by liking Lifewater Canada on Facebook or following us on Instagram! Then share us with your friends. This spreads the word and boosts our search engine ranking.

Event ideas

Work for Water: Whether it be window washing, car washing, gutter cleaning, grass cutting, baby sitting, snow shovelling, or tree pruning etc., there are many chores people find difficult or tedious to do. Let them know you will be donating the money you earn and invite them to support your cause. It's a win-win!
Leverage your Athleticism: Run a marathon, climb a mountain, or initiate some other physical test, while asking family and friends to sponsor you through Lifewater Canada.
Hydrate your School or Workplace: Sell bottles or cups of water. Fill them with tea or coffee for even more profit!
Plan a Themed Attire Day: Organize a day at work or school where people make donations to dress a different way. At work it could be a casual Friday where only those who participate wear jeans, or at school, you can do theme days, like Pajama Day, Wacky Hair Day, Favourite Character Day, and so on. Perfect to combine with Halloween or other occasions.
Run a Bake Sale: This is an idea that never gets stale. Host a bake sale at school, work, church, the entrance to a local store, or another location. When people learn the proceeds will provide safe water in the developing world, they will likely be happy to buy an item or two. You can also sell popcorn and drinks!
Coordinate a Talent Show: Host a friendly talent show competition at your local school, church or community centre to raise awareness and money, while having a blast! It is also a great way for children to experience helping those in need. We know organizers of similar events who can share their experiences to help you get started.
Organize a Yard Sale: Clean out unwanted items taking up space in your house or garage and list them for sale. Organize a group yard sale with your church, school, or community where people can donate items or book a table. You may find that buyers are particularly generous when they know the proceeds go to charity.
Host a Golf Tournament: Gather friends, family, or colleagues and tee off for clean water! Groups have done this for Lifewater, and raised enough in one day for several water projects. We can also put you in touch with organizers of other tournaments for tips and/or inspiration.
Donate a Day of Business: Business owners can donate their profit from a day of work, or offer a donation-matching program for clients for one day. This benefits Lifewater while showing you are a business owner who cares about your global community! It is especially cohesive if you work in a water-related industry like plumbing or drilling.

Gift Donation Ideas

Birthday or Anniversary: Make an appeal in advance of your next birthday or anniversary - asking friends and family to donate funds in lieu of a physical gift.
Christmas: Gather your family together to make a donation to Lifewater, in lieu of traditional Christmas gifts. What a perfect way to celebrate the birth of our Saviour!
Wedding: Have everything you need already? Celebrate your wedding by making a donation instead of wedding favours, or ask your guests to make donations in lieu of gifts.
In Memorial: Enable your loved one to live on long after his or her passing by making a donation, and inviting others to make donations in lieu of flowers, in your loved one's memory. You can also donate through your estate planning or planned giving.

Fundraising Kit

Once you decide on the type of fundraising event you plan to host, these resources may help you to organize it:

Online Donation Instructions: Find detailed instructions on how to set up an event page through CanadaHelps for online donations. Donations will be automatically assigned to your fundraising event, enabling you to track them as they come in.
Offline Donation Form: If you are collecting "offline" donations, like cash or cheques, use this form to gather donors' names and contact information for tax receipting purposes.
Share fact sheets, news releases, or our latest newsletter with your friends and family to help them understand why you are raising funds for Lifewater Canada. For more, check out the RESOURCES section of our website.

After your event, we can assign the money you have raised to a specific project and provide photos and other details for you to share with your supporters. Every completed Lifewater project has a dedicated page on our website and a certificate generated in appreciation for each donor. We cannot thank you enough for partnering with us to provide safe, accessible water in Africa and Haiti, and ultimately saving lives!