Is it safe to canvass face to face during the COVID-19 outbreak?
During this time of crisis for all Canadian hospitals, your support of SickKids Foundation has never been more important.
SickKids has been closely monitoring the developments related to the COVID-19 situation. Health and safety for all is the top priority and we want to ensure our community is protected.
As a result, we have temporarily suspended all door-to-door, mall and venue fundraising activities.
How has SickKids adapted its mall fundraising program over the past two years?
SickKids monthly donor sign-up process has evolved into a touchless experience without compromising the ease and benefits of becoming a new monthly donor. Here’s what we’ve done to ensure the health and safety of our communities and fundraisers:
- Only fully vaccinated fundraisers represent SickKids in the community
- Fundraisers are required to wear masks upon request or when speaking to masked shoppers
- Donor information is entered by the fundraiser on a tablet
- Welcome packages are mailed
Where do I obtain information about volunteering at the Hospital?
Please visit The Hospital for Sick Children website for information on volunteering.
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I’m looking for more information about Friends of The Hospital for Sick Children? Where can I find it?
Please see the document titled “Friends of The Hospital for Sick Children – Donor Information” for more detailed information about Friends of The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Inc.
You can review detailed financial information such as Friends’ annual IRS Form 990 by visiting GuideStar.
Why does SickKids still need donations? / Why is SickKids still asking for donations?
For any new health-care build, provincial funding formulas require that the hospital contribute at least 25% of the total project costs. For SickKids, that works out to $600 million, regardless of how much the government contributes. To reach this goal, we must rely on the generous support of donors.
When will I receive my tax receipt for my monthly gifts?
Monthly Donor tax receipts will be sent via email or mail (depending on the donor’s preferences) by the end of February. Please note there are two tax receipts for 2025; one for January-February and one for March-December. This is due to the Government of Canada’s extension of the deadline for charitable donations in 2024.
Given the Canada Post strike, how can I make a donation via mail?
We know many of you rely on the mail to send us your donations so we have set up enhanced ways for you to drop off your gift. You can visit the Foundation offices at 525 University Avenue, Suite 1400 – someone will be present to accept your gifts from 9am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Alternatively, you may drop off your donation to the secure Donation Box at SickKids Hospital, located just inside the Elizabeth Street entrance. Donations can always be made online.
We remain so grateful for the support - in all forms - from our generous donors.
