6th Annual Emergency Services Adventure Race
Register or volunteer for the Emergency Services Adventure Race in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel - Saturday, June 14, 2008
| The Emergency Services Adventure Race (ESAR) is a fun and challenging multi-sport race! Teams of three compete against each other to win the title of ESAR champion. The race course is 40 - 50 km long, 5 - 8 hours in duration, on an unmarked course that requires teams to find various checkpoints using a map and compass. The teams must travel together and utilize team work in order to reach the finish line as quickly as possible. The main race disciplines will include: trekking, mountain biking, canoeing, and navigation. Often there are multiple special events to complete during the race. All teams are unsupported and must carry water and food during the race. You can’t beat the fun! Note that you do not need to be Emergency Services personnel to participate! Donations will once again be raised by participants to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel. For more information regarding this event, please visit the ESAR website at www.esar.ca. There are many ways to participate in this event as we are also looking for volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Andrea at esar.ca . | 
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CGA Ontario Peel Chapter presents…
An Evening in China
In support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel
You are invited to join in!
Come out and be entertained in true hospitable Chinese fashion at this fundraising gala with net proceeds from the event going to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel.
You will enjoy the company of fellow CGA members, students, their families, and friends from not only Peel but also Toronto, Kitchener/Waterloo, and Hamilton chapters as well. You will also get an opportunity to mingle with local, provincial and federal government officials as well as several prominent members from the business community. The evening will be full of fun: live entertainment, sumptuous buffet dinner, dancing, an auction, raffle and prizes. Everyone is encouraged to dress in Chinese attire. Prizes will be given out to the best dressed Emperor and Empress.
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $60 per person (cash bar)
Location: Speranza Banquet Hall, 510 Deerhurst Drive in Brampton
To register for “An Evening in China” please go to www.cga-ontario.org. Sponsorship and advertising opportunities and corporate tables are also available. For further information please contact Seema Makhija at mattamycorp.com or Leslie Davidson at wajax.com.
Would you like to help raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel?
Every child deserves to have a mentor or friend that they can depend on, share experiences and spend time with. The cost of matching one child on our waiting list with an adult mentor is approximately $2,400. This is due to the cost of recruiting, screening, training our volunteers and casework support for the child, family and volunteer. You too can help us by having your own fundraising event and donating the proceeds to our agency. With planning and organizing you will be well on your way to making a difference in the life of a child. Wouldn't that be something!
Fundraising opportunities are as limitless as your imagination. You can organize a bake sale, a sports tournament, chocolate drive, Olympics, a barbecue, a talent or fashion show, raffle, an auction, dinner dance, rummage sale, dress down days at the office, craft show, mini golf tournament... and remember, the success of your event will have a positive impact on the lives of so many children in your community. So now that you have a few ideas for fundraisers, let us share a few secrets on how you can ensure your event is a great success, without all the stress.
Secrets to a Successful Fundraising Initiative
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 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel. To do this, please call our Development Department at (905) 457-7288 x236 or email us.
7. Promote and advertise your event to family, friends, co-workers, community members, local service clubs etc. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel will advertise your event in our newsletter if you provide us with details.
8. Have a great time at the event. Fun is the name of the game! Remember to thank everyone who volunteered, participated and supported your event.
9. Collect all the funds within 21 days of the event and submit your donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel.
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 children in your community.
Great work. Thank you!