Host an Event FAQs

I have an event idea. What is my next step?
Once you have decided the Education Foundation of Niagara is the right fit for your event, we encourage you to complete our Third Party Fundraising Events Application Form.

Once we have received your application, a staff member of the Foundation will contact you to further discuss your options.

Can the Foundation mail/email event information to donors?
Absolutely. We are happy to provide mailing support for third party fundraising events.

Can the Foundation mail/email event information to schools?
The type and purpose of the event will determine whether the Foundation can distribute event information to schools.

How can the Foundation promote our third party event?
We can promote your third party event through the Foundation’s various outlets (i.e. webpage, social media, and email).

Can the Foundation help acquire staff and volunteers for the event?
We ask the Third Party Organizer to be the primary supplier of staff and volunteers; however, the Foundation will offer assistance if need be.

Can the Foundation help find us a venue for the event?
Unfortunately, the Foundation cannot source an event venue for you; however, we are willing to offer advice on where to look.

Can the Foundation offer funds to help pay for third party event expenses?
Unfortunately, the Foundation cannot offer funds to help support the event; however, we may provide in‐kind support, such as staff time, promotion, advertising, etc.

Can the Foundation provide tax receipts to third party event donors?
Of course. The Foundation will provide receipts for income tax purposes as outlined in Appendix B.

Can donors receive tax receipts for non‐monetary donations?
In accordance with the CRA, please contact Foundation staff for more information.

For further questions or inquiries please contact Cindy Paskey, Executive Director at (905)‐641‐2929 ext. 37711, regular office hours, Monday to Thursday.