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Host a Fundraiser

Host a Fundraiser

Interested in hosting a fundraiser in support of SPL?

Third-party fundraisers are events, campaigns, or activities organized by individuals, groups, businesses, or community organizations to raise funds in support of our mission. These fundraisers are planned and run independently, with proceeds donated to SPL. 

From bake sales and charity runs to workplace campaigns and community events, third-party fundraisers play an important role in helping us expand our impact. 

We are grateful to everyone who chooses to support us by organizing a fundraiser. Your initiative helps raise awareness, engage the community, and generate essential funding that supports our programs and services. 

If you’re interested in hosting a fundraiser on our behalf, we’d love to hear from you!  

How It Works

  1. Plan Your Event or Campaign 
    Choose a fundraising activity that works for you. Anything from a birthday fundraiser to a sports tournament or book sale. 
  1. Submit a Fundraiser Request 
    Let us know about your plans so we can confirm that your fundraiser aligns with our policies and mission. Send us an email at donate@splibrary.ca 
  1. Promote Your Fundraiser 
    Share your event with your network through social media, email, and community outreach. 
  1. Host Your Event 
    Run your fundraiser and collect donations. 
  1. Submit Your Donation 
    After your event, send the proceeds along with any required documentation. 

Izzy-the-Bookworm

Izzy-the-Bookworm

Featured Third-Party Fundraiser

Izzy's Inch-by-Inch Readathon

"Izzy-the-Bookworm" used her love of reading as fuel to host a Readathon that would help SPL raise funds for a future library space large enough to meet the needs of our growing community. She accepted donations for every book or chapter she read for two months. Tax receipts were issued for donations $20 or more. She also encouraged others to join her and collection donations alongside her. 

In addition to the Readathon Campaign, Izzy hosted a Book Sale by collecting books in good condition and sold them by donation at the school she attends. 

More about Izzy's Campaign 

Frequently Asked Questions

Don't know how to get started? Let us help you along, starting with the answers below. 

A third-party fundraiser is an event or campaign organized by an individual, company, school, or community group to raise funds on behalf of our organization. The fundraiser is planned and managed independently, with proceeds donated to SPL.  

There are many possibilities. Popular ideas include:  

  • Birthday or milestone fundraisers  
  • Charity runs, walks, or sports tournaments  
  • Bake sales or community markets  
  • Workplace fundraising challenges  
  • Online fundraising campaigns  
  • Auctions, raffles, or ticketed events  

If you’re unsure whether your idea is a good fit, feel free to reach out before you begin planning.  

Yes. We ask all organizers to contact donate@splibrary.ca before promoting or hosting an event. This helps ensure that the activity aligns with our mission and policies and that our name and brand are used appropriately.  

Our name and logo may only be used with written permission. Once your fundraiser is approved, we can provide brand guidelines and approved materials.  

Because third-party fundraisers are independently organized, our staff are generally unable to assist with event planning or management. However, we may be able to:  

  • Provide guidance and resources  
  • Supply digital promotional materials  
  • Share your fundraiser on our channels when possible  

Tax receipts are typically issued for donations made directly to our organization. If funds are collected by the organizer and then donated as a lump sum, individual tax receipts may not be possible.  

Please contact us in advance if tax receipting is important for your fundraiser so we can discuss options.  

The organizer is responsible for all event costs and expenses. These expenses cannot be deducted from donations made to our organization unless approved in advance.  

Funds can usually be submitted by:  

  • Online donation  
  • Cheque  
  • Fundraising platform transfer  

We will provide detailed instructions once your fundraiser is approved.  

We ask that all funds raised be submitted within 30 days of your event.  

If you have questions about organizing a fundraiser, please contact our team at donate@splibrary.ca.

We’re happy to help you get started!