Host your own fundraiser

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I just wanted to say thank you for giving me the nerve to actually tell my teacher about my bullying problem. This has been happening for years and I’ve never had the nerve to tell anybody other than my parents. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

— person contacting Kids Help Phone

Do you want to help unlock the hope young people need to thrive in their world? Hosting your own fundraiser is one of the many ways you can help give young people’s feelings a place to go with Kids Help Phone (KHP) and Kids Help Phone Foundation! 

Many supporters at KHP have a deep, personal connection to the cause, while others are moved by the importance of prioritizing youth mental health — whatever your inspiration is, your help means everything. By hosting your own fundraiser and spreading awareness about KHP’s e-mental health supports, more young people in every community across Canada can access help for any feeling or issue, big or small. 

What does it mean to host your own fundraiser?

When I was a teenager, art played a vital role in dealing with anxiety and depression. With the support of BMO Bank of Montreal, I organized an art auction this year, because I believe that the mental well-being of today’s youth is of utmost importance in shaping the future of our society. As an artist, there is no greater satisfaction than using my skills to contribute positively to a good cause and the mental well-being of our youth.

— Angelo, fundraiser in Montreal

Hosting your own fundraiser offers you the opportunity to lead an activity you’re passionate about — on your terms. You choose the fundraiser’s details (who, what, where, when, etc.), and KHP Foundation supports you as needed along the way. It can be a fun and meaningful way to join the Feel Out Loud movement and help the young people in your life. 

How do I get started?

What inspires me to host an independent fundraising event for Kids Help Phone is that when I was dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts, I thought I was alone in that battle. When I finally reached out and got help, I realized that there is a vast amount of people who struggle with those same thoughts. I want and need to be a voice for them so they know that they’re not alone.

— Jack, fundraiser in Calgary

You’ve decided to fundraise for youth mental health with KHP — amazing! Now it’s time to rally your friends, family and / or community members to join you so youth can get help for all the feelings. 

You can create your own personalized fundraising page to spread the word and collect donations. When you register your event, you’ll get access to exclusive tips and tools to help make it a success — plus guidance from KHP Foundation as you go. 

Let’s make something incredible happen together! To get started, you can choose the type of fundraiser you’d like to host: 

Option 1: Ask your network to donate via an activity

For example:

  • collect pledges for every kilometre you complete in a walk, run or bike ride
  • sell tickets to an event (e.g. hockey tournament, benefit concert, trivia night, etc.)
  • celebrate a birthday by asking friends, family and / or community members to donate instead of giving gifts 
  • sell handmade goods for a predetermined price

For this type of event, donors will make a personal donation directly on your fundraising page.

Set up your fundraising page!

Option 2: Ask your network to donate in person at an event

For example:

  • set up a bake sale
  • have a garage sale
  • coordinate a dress-down/pyjama day at work or school

For this event, the host (that’s you!) will collect all funds raised and then submit them through a one-time donation.

Make your one-time donation!

How do I support someone else’s fundraiser?

Do you know someone who’s hosting their own fundraiser for Kids Help Phone? You can support their initiative by searching for their name or fundraising event online.

*KHP Foundation wants to let you know these types of fundraisers are ineligible for tax receipts.

Thank you for supporting young people across Canada by hosting your own fundraiser!  If you have any questions about leading your event or donating to someone else’s fundraiser, you can contact us.