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Make a Difference: Volunteer with Hydrocephalus Canada!
Are you ready to change lives, make an impact, and be part of something bigger? Hydrocephalus Canada is looking for passionate volunteers like YOU! Whether you’re a storyteller, an advocate, a fundraiser, or just someone who cares, there’s a role for you.
  • Support families and individuals
  • Raise awareness and be a voice for change
  • Help plan exciting events and fundraisers
  • Put your skills to work in marketing, data, or admin
No matter your background, your time and talents can help create a brighter future for those living with hydrocephalus and spina bifida. Join our community today and be the difference!
🔗 Sign up now & get involved! Email Ingrid at iexner@hydrocephalus.ca to find out how you can be involved.
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Healthcare Professionals: Make an Impact Beyond the Clinic!

Your expertise can change lives. Hydrocephalus Canada is looking for dedicated healthcare professionals to help educate, support, and advocate for those living with hydrocephalus and spina bifida.
  • Share your knowledge – Co-host national webinars, contribute to research, or review educational materials.
  • Support the community – Join peer support initiatives or offer expert advice.
  • Be a voice for change – Help shape advocacy efforts and drive awareness.
Your skills go beyond patient care—be a part of something bigger and make a lasting impact.
🔗 Get involved today! Email our Director at sbeaudoin@hydrocephalus.ca  

We need BINGO Event Assistants!

PURPOSE
The purpose of this volunteer activity is to provide assistance at bingo events in your community on behalf of Hydrocephalus Canada to raise funds for programs and services.
The gaming centre where this volunteer activity will take place is Delta Bingo & Gaming located at 1868 Wilson Ave, North York, ON.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Bingo Assistant volunteer is accountable to the Director of Information and Programs and activities are directly coordinated by the Support & Promotion Coordinator.
ACTIVITIES
  • Complete a basic online training session
  • Available to attend bingo events on a regular basis at the Delta Bingo & Gaming Downsview location at 1868 Wilson Avenue, North York, ON
  • Welcome customers
  • Answer general questions about Hydrocephalus Canada
  • Circulate the Gaming Centre and chat with customers where appropriate
  • If requested, hand out ballots or prizes
  • Assist with clean-up of tables
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Agree to have a police check conducted
  • A pleasant personality with the ability to relate to people at all levels and walks of life
  • Must be 18 years of age or over
  • Must be punctual and reliable
TIME REQUIREMENT
2.5 hours per event, maximum 2 to 3 times per month Shift times vary. Hours of hall operation are Monday to Friday 10 am to 2 am, Saturday and Sunday 8:30 am to 2 am. Small honorarium is offered to volunteers for each shift worked
If you are interested, please contact Shauna Beaudoin at 416-214-1056 or email info@hydrocephalus.ca

Your Company May Offer Corporate Matching Gift Fundraising

  1. Donation: A donor gives to a non-profit.
  2. Qualification: The donor checks if their gift qualifies for an employer match.
  3. Request Form: The donor completes and submits a matching gift request to their employer.
  4. Employer Review: The employer verifies the donation with the non-profit.
  5. Matching: The employer matches the donation and sends the funds to the non-profit.

This process doubles (or even triples) the donor’s impact at no extra cost to them.

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO) is a benefit that allows employees to volunteer during working hours while receiving their regular pay. It falls under regular Paid Time Off (PTO), so employees can volunteer without losing income. Some companies offer VTO in addition to vacation and personal days, providing extra time specifically for volunteer activities.

Double Donation Programs

Many companies in Ontario participate in programs where they make donations to charities based on the number of hours their employees volunteer. Under this program, employers match a dollar amount per volunteer hour.

For example:

Activa: 10 hours of volunteering results in a $200 donation to the charity.
Bell Canada: 50 hours of volunteer work results in a $500 donation.
Participating companies include:

  • KPMG
  • Bell Canada
  • Ernst & Young
  • CIBC
  • The Gap Foundation
  • Manulife
  • Old Navy
  • Best Buy
  • Allstate Insurance
  • Activa
  • Home Depot
  • Loblaws Stores

This program not only supports charitable organizations with volunteer time but also provides financial contributions based on those volunteer hours.

For more info visit https://doublethedonation.com/matching-gift-requests/

Resources for Volunteers

Fundraising is an important part of Hydrocephalus Canada activities. Every dollar raised helps to maintain the programs we run, educate the public and healthcare providers, support those who need us, and advance to research.
We need and appreciate your efforts to support our organization. If you are interested in supporting Hydrocephalus Canada through your very own fundraising event, we welcome and embrace your enthusiasm and, we are here to help make your fundraising effort a success.
Hydrocephalus Canada has created a package to help get you moving in the right direction. Please click on the link below to get started.

Third Party Events Planning Guide

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Thank you and good luck! We wish you great success! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and let us know what else we can do to help.