3rd Party Events

Would You Like To Help Raise Money For The BCNF?

You can assist the BCNF in its mission to improve the lives of people living with Neurofibromatosis by hosting a fundraising event in support of the BC Neurofibromatosis Foundation research, education and patient support programs.

Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder that causes tumours to grow along nerves of the body as well as on the skin. Over 10,000 Canadians are affected by NF which can be both disfiguring and debilitating. Although more common than Cystic Fibrosis, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Huntington’s disease and Tay-Sachs disease combined, Neurofibromatosis is largely unknown and misunderstood in the general population. This lack of awareness results in isolation for those living with NF.

Proceeds from events will enable the Foundation to continue to support scientific research, and provide vital programs and services to the thousands of British Columbians and their families who live with Neurofibromatosis.

Some Great Event Ideas:

Fundraising opportunities are as limitless as your imagination. You can organize:

  • Jean Day – pay $5 to wear jeans to work.
  • Recycle cans – keep an extra trashcan in the break room for cans only.
  • Work the concession stands at a little league game.
  • Loose change – put containers out at retail businesses for loose change.
  • Softball tournament – charge an entry fee for each team.
  • Book sales – have a used book sale at work.
  • Silent Auction – have a silent bake auction for a sweet fundraiser.
  • Crafts Auction – make and sell all kinds of crafts
  • Pamper Yourself Night – slumber party for women only and charge $10 to attend
  • Wrapping – set up a Christmas package wrapping station at a mall for donations
  • Skate-a-thon – host a special night at a skating rink
  • Car wash
  • Mini golf tournament?
  • …and remember, the success of your event will have a positive impact on the lives of so many families in your community.

How to Get Started:

  1. The first step is to recruit some dynamic, energetic people to help you with the planning, and form a small committee who will share the work.
  2. Brainstorm and plan out your event. Decide who should attend the event. Decide on which roles each committee member is going to take on. Remember for an event to be successful, you must have a good plan in place.
  3. Sit down with your committee and set out your event goals. How many people will attend? How much revenue should you expect? How will you keep your costs low? Your goals should be realistic and attainable.
  4. Make a budget. Identify possible sources of revenue and outline all the potential costs. For large expenses, it is good to get three quotes from potential suppliers to ensure you are getting the best possible deals. Having a budget in place helps you avoid surprise bills at the end of your event, so you can be sure the money raised goes where you intended – to help children in your community.
  5. Schedule your event. Decide on the date, time and place and book the location if you need to. You cannot go to the next steps without a location in place. You may also want to make sure there are no other similar events on the same day.
  6. Please register your fundraising event with the BCNF. To do this, please call our office at 1-800-385-2263 or email us.
  7. Promote and advertise your event to family, friends, co-workers, community members, local service clubs etc. The BCNF will advertise your event in our newsletter and on our website if you provide us with details.
  8. Have a great time at the event! Remember to thank everyone who volunteered, participated and supported your event.
  9. Collect all the funds and submit your donation to the BCNF.
  10. Pat yourself on the back. You did a great job and should feel great knowing that the money you and your committee raised will help make a difference in the lives of families in your community! Great work. Thank you.

Working with the BCNF:

The BCNF may be able to provide your event with the following:

  • When appropriate, a representative of the BCNF can attend your event.
  • Brochures and fact sheets, banners, etc.
  • A letter in support of the event (if required).
  • Thank you letters and recognition to all major sponsors (as requested).
  • Media support through our communications department.
  • Event with link advertised in our community event calendar on this website.