SickKids Enters a New Era

Progress doesn’t happen in isolation. To win, it will take a team. Three members of team SickKids share their battle plans.

Why can’t I give a cash donation to the fundraiser?

For safety reasons, we do not allow our fundraisers to accept or carry cash donations. If you are interested in making a donation, please do so using our online donation form.

Is SickKids fundraising at malls right now?

During this time, your support of SickKids Foundation has never been more important.

SickKids has been closely monitoring the developments related to the COVID-19 situation. Health and safety for all is the top priority and we want to ensure our community is protected.

As a result, we have temporarily suspended all mall fundraising activities.

Is it safe to canvass face to face during the COVID-19 outbreak?

During this time of crisis for all Canadian hospitals, your support of SickKids Foundation has never been more important.

SickKids has been closely monitoring the developments related to the COVID-19 situation. Health and safety for all is the top priority and we want to ensure our community is protected.

As a result, we have temporarily suspended all door-to-door, mall and venue fundraising activities.

How has SickKids adapted its mall fundraising program over the past two years?

SickKids monthly donor sign-up process has evolved into a touchless experience without compromising the ease and benefits of becoming a new monthly donor. Here’s what we’ve done to ensure the health and safety of our communities and fundraisers:

Only fully vaccinated fundraisers represent SickKids in the community
Fundraisers are required to wear masks upon request or when speaking to masked shoppers
Donor information is entered by the fundraiser on a tablet
Welcome packages are mailed

How has SickKids adapted its door-to-door fundraising program over the past two years?

SickKids monthly donor sign-up process has evolved into a touchless experience without compromising the ease and benefits of becoming a new monthly donor. Here’s what we’ve done to ensure the health and safety of our communities and fundraisers:

Only fully vaccinated fundraisers represent SickKids in the community
Fundraisers are equipped with personal protective masks and practise physical distancing
Donor information is entered by the fundraiser on tablet
Verification call is conducted onsite through speaker phone or donor's phone
Welcome packages are mailed

Is it safe to canvass in the malls during the COVID-19 outbreak?

Health and safety are top priorities for both our canvassers and the public. SickKids Foundation has been closely monitoring the developments related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) and will adjust our fundraising activities as needed. The risk to the public is still considered low and our fundraisers continue to follow Public Health Ontario recommendations:

Wash hands often and well
Exercise good hand hygiene (limit hand shaking, use sanitizing wipes or lotions to clean self and any shared equipment, avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth)
Use Lysol wipes to disinfect pitch cards and tablets
Stay home if unwell