Hospice PEI

Prince Edward Island

Third-Party Fundraising Event

Information & Application

Thank you for your interest in supporting Hospice PEI. We welcome and appreciate your efforts to help fund emotional and spiritual end-of-life care and support to patients and families on Prince Edward Island facing advancing illness, death and bereavement.

Hosting an independent fundraising event is a great way to support Hospice PEI’s programs and services while educating your audience at the same time. Events are often initiated by individuals or groups in honour of a family member, friend or co-worker who received care from Hospice PEI. Each event, small or large, demonstrates the spirit of generosity and commitment to quality end-of-life care in our community.

Successful events included:
• Dinners
• Book sales
• Teas
• Concerts
• Auctions
• Golf tournaments
• Cycling or walking tours
• And many others!

Events are created and managed by you and/or your team, with proceeds being directed to Hospice PEI. We do not take an active role in planning or organizing your event, but we do provide you with information and support to help ensure its success.

Hospice PEI can:

  • Approve the use of Hospice PEI’s name and logo for your event.
  • Provide a limited amount of support materials, such as brochures and informational materials.
  • Promote your event on our website.
  • Acknowledge your direct contribution to Hospice PEI and provide recognition as set forth in our Donor Recognition Policy.
  • Provide information on tax receipting guidelines.

Things we cannot do include:

  • Taking an active role in the planning or organizing of your event.
  • Providing staff support.
  • Sharing access to donor contact information or applying for licenses for your event.

Events we will not approve:

  • Events that raise money on commission.
  • Events that encourage or involve behaviour that is counter to the Hospice PEI mission.
  • Events that promote or support a political party or candidate, or those which appear to endorse a political activity.
  • Events that involve direct solicitation (including but not limited to door-to-door canvassing, telemarketing or internet solicitation).

What is a 3rd-Party Fundraising Event?

It is a fundraiser held on behalf of Hospice PEI but organized and run independently by individuals or groups.

How will the proceeds of the event be used?

Funds received go towards providing programs and services at Hospice PEI. These include such things as services bereavement support, volunteer support, and education.

How will Hospice PEI support your event?

We want to make sure your event is a success and will do what we can to assist you within the limits of our resources. We can provide you with information about Hospice PEI, approve the use of our logo and name on your promotional materials, and assist you with tax receipting information. We encourage you to contact us early in your planning process to discuss your event and how we can help.

Who should I contact to talk about hosting an event?

Please contact Hospice PEI by calling 902-368-4498 or emailing hpca@hospicepei.ca.

Independent Event Information & Application

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  • 1. Use of Hospice PEI’s name and/or logo is permitted only with prior approval, and only according to Hospice PEI’s guidelines for use;
    2. This application must be approved prior to requesting or receiving any event-related donation/sponsorship (cash or in-kind) from any organization or individual;
    3. The organizer agrees to underwrite all costs for the event;
    4. The organizer agrees to obtain all necessary permits, licenses and insurance related to the event;
    5. The organizer must submit to Hospice PEI a detailed financial breakdown of all expenses and revenues within 30 days following the event. If all money has not been collected, the organizer will update Hospice PEI monthly until funds are received and processed;
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    6. The organizer of the event that is the subject of this agreement shall indemnify and hold harmless Hospice PEI, its officers, directors, and employees, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, costs, fines and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of any claims or suits, or threats of suits which may be brought against Hospice PEI for any reason in connection with this event and including but not limited to:
    (i) the organizers’ breach of obligations under this agreement including the organizers’ obligations to comply with applicable law, (ii) the organizers dealing with any third parties including third party contractors,
    (iii) any unauthorized use by the organizers of Hospice PEI’s name, logo, or other proprietary symbols or information, or any unauthorized verbal presentations, or
    (iv) any negligence or willful misconduct by the organizers or its employees, contractors, or agents. The organizers’ obligations hereunder shall survive the termination of this agreement. The organizers shall retain insurance sufficient to cover any personal injury experienced by their staff, volunteers, participants or anyone else involved in the event or related pre or post event activities, and Hospice PEI will be understood to be absolved of any such liability. Hospice PEI will not be held liable for any injury to or actions by the organizers, their staff or volunteers, any event participants or anyone else involved in the event or any related pre or post event activities, resulting in any claims of liability during the event or during any related pre or post event activities;
    7. Hospice PEI reserves the right to withdraw the use of its name at any time;
    8. If the event is cancelled or rescheduled, the organizer will notify Hospice PEI as soon as possible but at least 24 hours prior to the original date of the event.

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