Trellis Society Fundraising Toolkit - 2022

SOCIETY

FUNDRAISING TOOLKIT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank You Who We Are Impact Story Fundraising Ideas Our Guidelines Tips & Advice After the Event Application Form

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THANK YOU Thank you for thinking or the young people and families served by Trellis Society. By engaging in fundraising activities with team trellis you improve the lives of people right here in your community.

Once you decide what type of event you’d like to host – let us know! That way, you’ll have a contact here at Trellis Society who can help walk you through the process and answer any questions you may have along the way.

Trellis Society’s programs and services are only possible because of our incredible community of supporters. With your help, we are addressing social problems, transforming lives today and helping create the conditions necessary for generational change. You make this possible. One family, one child, one person at a time. Thank you!

If you have any questions, please reach out to donations@growwithtrellis

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Hi. We’re Trellis Society.

We’re here to unlock human potential across generations.

WHO WE ARE

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Trellis is a Calgary-based social services agency that grew from the amalgamation of Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary and Aspen Family & Community Network Society. Growing from a combined history of 117 years, Trellis is building on the legacy of both organizations, offering a continuum programs designed to support and uplift young people, families and communities.

Trellis serves young people, families and communities from all circumstances including those with complex needs and backgrounds. With your help, we are working to end youth, adult and family homelessness, and creating space for belonging and exploration in community. We provide education and employment connections and support safe home environments for everyone we serve, including youth and children whether that be in their own home or through foster care or group care.

We support deeper connections by meeting people where they are, across all cultures, languages and diversity spectrums. Trellis is committed to empowering individuals and communities with the support they need to grow beyond life’s challenges and reach their dreams.

We’re Trellis Society — always growing.

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Youth facing homelessness often carry the weight of family breakdown and trauma. At Avenue 15, the only youth emergency shelter in Calgary, every youth is offered a safe, supportive environment where they can heal and begin to build a strong future for themselves. This was the experience for one youth named Hashim.

When Hashim arrived at Avenue 15, he struggled with trauma and anxiety caused by an unstable family environment. It came to the point where Hashim’s mental health was affecting his daily life, responsibilities and overall happiness.

IMPACT STORY

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“I was having a hard time to see myself, open up to people and express my opinion,” Hashim says.

“I was always thinking about why I got here, not what I should be doing to continue on.”

As Hashim began working with his case worker Ally, he was able to share honestly about his mental health and take steps towards his wellbeing. Hashim also started to think about his own happiness and what he wanted for his future.

Thanks to donors like you, team Trellis was there, with guidance and support, Hashim experienced transformational growth and healing. Today, Hashim is living independently and continues to work with our Youth Transitioning to Adult program as he pursues his dream of becoming a business owner.

“It made me feel like I had a sense of belonging that I could never have achieved without me being here … Any program that makes an impact on a youth’s life, emotionally or physically, should deserve all the support they need to help other youth achieve their goals and plan ahead for the future.”

- HASHIM

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Here are some event ideas to get you started!

COMMUNITY SALES, RAFFLES, AND AUCTIONS: Garage/Car “boot” sale Live auctions and raffles Crafting events

COMMUNITY EVENTS: Block parties Stampede breakfast/parties Carnivals/haunted houses Bottles drives and car washes

CORPORATE EVENTS/CHALLENGES: Social events and shared passions bring community together. Incorporate ticket fees, sales, silent and live auction opportunities as a way to raise money at your event.

Department challenges Raffles: Be the boss for a day, boss as your driver for the day, parking spot raffle Company challenges: Scavenger hunts, office Olympics

FUNDRAISING IDEAS

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SCHOOL EVENTS: Crazy hair day/themed outfit days Classroom challenges Dances Concession stand at sporting events Supply drive Fundraise to experience a night of homelessness in your school gym

SPORTING EVENT: Golf/slow pitch/bowling tournament Marathon/cycling event sponsor Parlor games events

EVENING EVENTS: Concert/talent/comedy show Games night Paint and dinner night

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WE WILL: Offer promotional material Help with ideas and reviewing fundraising goals to ensure a positive outcome Write an event endorsement Provide support with payment collection on the event day if needed Provide tax receipts where applicable Offer online fundraising portal

YOU WILL: Offer insurance, licenses, or permits

WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO: Decline involvement that does not meet Trellis approval standards Cancel any agreement if the event or organization undermines the Trellis Society mission Know if the benefit from the event will be shared with another organization

SCAN TO VISIT OUR JUSTGIVING PAGE www.justgiving.com/cb670873f3

GUIDELINES

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PRE - EVENT

Collect the funds! Whether this be via cash or card, this is important Record necessary tax receipt information Welcome and thank guests Have fun!

Consider having the following:

Event chairperson Event committee Realistic budget Event plan Staff/volunteers Webpage Promotional material Insurance/licensing Create realistic timeline

POST - EVENT What to do after:

DURING Tasks to be completed:

Manage volunteers/staff ensuring people are in the right places doing the right jobs

Ensure all event costs are covered Submit funds and donation tracking sheet (if used) Share your event on social media, tagging Trellis to inspire others looking to make a difference Kick back, relax and enjoy the feeling of making positive community impact!

TIPS & ADVICE

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Thanking your donors and guests Thank event attendees is important because it ensures they feel recognized for their generous contributions. A post-event email or card is recommended as a personal touch to say thank you. You could include some highlights such as the amount raised, a story, or photos from the event.

Accounting and submitting donations Your Trellis Society event representative is happy to provide guidance on how to submit your donations and to answer any questions you might have on tax receipting prior to the event. They can also help arrange cheque presentations and tours for your event team and donors.

AFTER THE EVENT

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Ready to get started?

Fill out the form below!

SCAN TO FUNDRAISE FOR TRELLIS SOCIETY https://bit.ly/3LAnEhL

APPLICATION FORM

THANK YOU! @TrellisYYC

www.growwithtrellis.ca