Host a Fundraising Event

Thank you for considering hosting an event to benefit the lifesaving work of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society. Community events are pivotal in supporting animals across the province through our programs and services. You can make a difference for animals in need!

  • Brown dog wearing a colorful polka dot party hat, sitting upright with front paws raised, looking excited as a person presents a treat on a small plate, with colorful bunting in the background

    Welcome, Event Organizers!

    From BBQs to garage sales, golf tournaments to paint nights or donating proceeds from the sales of your business, the animals are grateful for all of your support! Once you are ready, submit your event proposal form, and a representative from the Ontario SPCA will get back to you.

    Submit event proposal
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    Need Help Planning Your Event?

    Download our community events toolkit for information and resources to help answer any questions you may have and provide guidance to help plan your event and ensure a smooth execution.

    Community fundraising guide
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    Be a Humane Hero for Animals!

    Become a Humane Hero for animals in need and host a fundraising event in support of the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society! With your support, animals across Ontario will receive critical care and a second chance at finding their furever homes.

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Plan Your Event in Five Easy Steps!

  • 1

    Choose your event

    When choosing your event, be conscious of how much time and resources you have to execute.

  • 2

    Form event planning committee

    Planning an event is a lot of work, so make sure you have people to help out along the way.

  • 3

    Set goal & budget

    Identify how much money you hope to raise and create a budget to help you achieve this goal.

  • 4

    Determine logistics

    Pick a date, time and location for your event.

  • 5

    Promote your event

    Consider your audience and then choose the best method to reach them.

  • 1

    Choose your event

    When choosing your event, be conscious of how much time and resources you have to execute.

  • 2

    Form event planning committee

    Planning an event is a lot of work, so make sure you have people to help out along the way.

  • 3

    Set goal & budget

    Identify how much money you hope to raise and create a budget to help you achieve this goal.

  • 4

    Determine logistics

    Pick a date, time and location for your event.

  • 5

    Promote your event

    Consider your audience and then choose the best method to reach them.

Tax Receipt Information:

The Ontario SPCA issues tax receipts following CRA guidelines. Tax receipts for third-party and cause-related marketing initiatives may not be tax-deductible. 

Questions about tax receipts for events? Check out the below resource or give us a call:

Canada Revenue Agency True Donor Infograph

If you have any questions, please contact Kylie McGouran at 1-888-668-7722 x370 or [email protected]