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Corporate Giving

 BFO-Halton/Peel works side-by-side with our corporate partners! We seek to develop shared-value partnerships, compelling marketing initiatives and immersive, employee engagement opportunities.

HIRE US TO HOST A NAVIGATING THROUGH GRIEF WORKSHOP

Our workshops provide professionals, students, staff, family, and friends with skills and strategies for coping with grief and to educate non-bereaved individuals on how to support their grieving peer or loved one. The workshop provides information and skills to support, educate, and increase awareness around grief and bereavement. 

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We offer 1-hour workshops, half-day workshops, and full-day workshops that vary in cost. An example of what to expect in a full-day workshop can be seen on the right. Customizations can be provided with an additional cost.

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Examples of Topics Covered:

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  • Support Systems

  • Coping Strategies

  • Self-Care

  • Myths and Misunderstandings

  • Grief and Culture

  • Grief and Guilt

  • Coping with Death in the Workplace, School, and Community

  • Grief and Mourning: How it is different for everyone

  • Finding a New Normal

  • And much more!

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Workshops and support groups can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your organization. Please contact Allison Nephew at fundraising@bereavedfamilies.ca

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OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Join The BFO-Halton/Peel Hope Circle

The BFO-Halton/Peel  Hope Circle is Bereaved Families of Ontario – Halton/Peel’s leading donor group, providing critical philanthropic support that empowers BFO-Halton/Peel to continue to be there for people who are devastated by loss and deeply grieving. To be a part of this sensational group, you honour us with a 1 year commitment of a monthly donation of $1,000.00.

 

In recognition of this generosity, Hope Circle members enjoy special engagement opportunities, including:

 

* Personal contact within the BFO Halton/Peel Philanthropy Department

* Opportunities for behind-the-scenes tours at our offices

* Information sessions with senior-level staffers

* Recognition on all  BFO Halton/Peel social media and website (optional)

* Bi-annual reports showing the impact of your Hope Circle support

 

 

Directed Gift Giving

Unrestricted Gift: We will determine where your gift will have the greatest impact. You decide the amount of gift, and how often you wish to make it (one time, yearly)

 

Restricted Gift: Designate your gift to any of our programs that you feel aligns closest to your social responsibility. You decide the amount of gift, and how often you wish to make it (one time, yearly)

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Employee Engagement
 

Payroll Giving

Enable your employees to support BFO-Halton/Peel through payroll giving program. It's an easy way to give and make a difference. Your HR department sets up an account, we fill out a form through Revenue Canada, we set up an account and send you a regular report. Just like that!

 

Matching Gifts

Another way you can support your employees' generosity is through ‘matching gifts’ program. Here, your company offers to match your employees' donations to BFO-Halton/Pee, which doubles their contributions. Its so easy!

 

Matched Giving

Another way to cheer on your employees’ volunteerism is your agreement to match the money that an employee/ group of employees have raised by their participating in fundraiser on behalf of BFO-Halton/Peel. It’s a 1:1 matching ratio of support that doubles their giving impact!

 

Charity of the Year

Does your company nominate a selected charity to support over the course of the year? If so, we’d love your vote! We promise to make it an unforgettable year.

 

In recognition of this generosity,  BFO-Halton/Peel will be posting your name in on all  our social media platforms for the whole year, and on our website.

 

Sponsorship & Event Partnerships

We have a calendar of  BFO-Halton/Peel led events for the year that you can support, such as our highly anticipated Food as Community evening.  Each event has various sponsorship opportunities and gives the chance for increased positive brand exposure.

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Cause Related Marketing Programs

BFO-Halton/Peel collaborates with companies through association of their brands to create powerful cause-marketing campaigns that generate awareness and resources to support both of our organizational missions. We strive to create mutually beneficial partnerships that achieve our partners’ business objectives through a meaningful connection with BFO-Halton/Peel. Through integrated and  impactful initiatives , we work with our partners to authentically align their shared interests to help mobilize and engage their target consumers that will to boost sales, all whilst increasing vital awareness of our two brands.

Get started now! It's fantastic that you have your idea, date, time and location for your fundraiser. Next step is to please fill out the form below. Let us know what fundraiser you would like to host and how we can best support you.

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Get started now! It's fantastic that you have your idea, date, time and location for your fundraiser. Next step is to please fill out the form below. Let us know what fundraiser you would like to host and how we can best support you.

Thanks for submitting!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

1. HOW DOES MY DONATION HELP?

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BFO-Halton/Peel is proud to be able to offer our services free of charge. We have seen a 470% increased demand for our services since 2020 and this continues to grow daily. Your donation will directly help us meet this demand.

 

2. IS THIS DONATION SECURE?

Absolutely. The security and confidentiality of your information is our highest priority. We will not sell, trade or share your personal information with anyone else, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations, and we will only share personal information if you have given us specific permission to do so.

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3. HOW ELSE CAN I MAKE A DONATION?

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The Centre for Grief and Healing BFO-Halton/Peel accepts donations via cheque, credit cards or debit through our CanadaHelps portal.

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For any questions regarding making a donation please email, Allison Nephew at fundraising@bereavedfamilies.ca

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