Vision Statement

A community where no family is homeless.

Third Party Event Guidelines and Application

We frequently receive heartfelt requests from individuals and organizations to host special events on behalf of the Inn from the Cold. We welcome these generous requests and the time, financial commitment and resources it takes to initiate and implement a fundraising event. The IFTC wants your event to be successful and will do what we can to help you, including:

  • Offer advice on event planning;
  • Provide a letter of support, if necessary, to validate the authenticity of the event and its organizers, listing the Inn from the Cold Charitable Registration Number;
  • Provide tax receipts for eligible donations.

Guidelines

  • Any type of fundraising event must meet specific criteria, including:
  • be in good taste and reflect the values of the Inn from the Cold;
  • be non-controversial in nature;
  • fit with the Inn’s current roster of activities;
  • fit within our fundraising strategic direction;
  • have an overall plan for the event / activity and a firm understanding of event execution;
  • secure all appropriate licenses, permits etc. required for the type of event it is;
  • be well-organized (preferably with a history of previous years of success);
  • have marketing and event promotion ideas in place, or be willing to support any and all efforts by the Inn;
  • include Inn from the Cold in media opportunities should they arise;
  • respect and follow all usage guidelines for the Inn brand (including logo);
  • where Inn volunteers are used at the event – provide refreshments and recognition as agreed by the Inn Volunteer Manager in advance of the event;
  • have a cancellation plan in place in case the event cannot move forward;
  • agree to fill out necessary paperwork required by the Inn;
  • provide information on the revenue / expense ratio;
  • the IFTC and all related entities are not liable for any injuries sustained by event volunteers or participants related to an event benefitting the IFTC, and cannot assume any type of liability for the event.

Application

Part 1: Contact Information
Full Name
Mailing Address
City
Province
Postal Code
Telephone
Cell
Email
Part 2: Event Information
Name of Proposed Event
Date of Event:
@:
Time(s)
Location of Event
Type of Event
Projected Attendance
Briefly explain the event and how funds will be raised (ticket sales, sponsorship, auction, etc.)
Would you like us to advertise for volunteers to assist at your event?
If yes, please list the specific details (timing, number of volunteers, etc.)

Please note: Volunteers are not guaranteed to be available for your event, but we will advertise for them on your behalf.

Part 3: Promotional Materials
If you require promotional materials, please indicate the item requested and the approximate number (materials available are: IFTC Brochures, IFTC Book of Hope, IFTC Collection Boxes)
Would you like to borrow the IFTC banner for your event?
Please specify a tentative date(s) that you would be available to meet and pick-up your supplies:
@:
Will the IFTC name and logo be used in event materials?
If yes, please describe where and how the IFTC's name and logo will be used.
Part 4: Financial Information

Please note that we realize these figures are estimates. Please use your best guess; we will not hold you to these numbers. All expenses must be paid from the revenue generated from your event.

Total Proposed Income:
Expenses:
Percentage of Income revenue that will be donated to the IFTC:
Will Tax Receipts be Required?
Will other Charitable Organizations benefit from this event?
If yes, please list

Please note that all tax receipts issued must follow and adhere to the guidelines and requirements as set out by the Canada Revenue Agency. Upon approval of your event, the IFTC will determine if your event qualifies for tax receipting.

By submitting this form I agree that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the preceding guidelines for special events to benefit the Inn from the Cold.

* denotes required field

Where to find us

Suite 106, 110 - 11 Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta
Phone: 403-263-8384
Registration begins at 4:00 pm daily.
inn@innfromthecold.org

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