Raise Some Dough

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Impact

Attitudes

Time Commitment

7-14 hours in total. See details

1-2 hours of research
3-8 hours to plan the fundraising event
2-3 hours for event
1 hour of wrap up
Total: 7-14 hours

Summary

Fuel the mental health movement by fundraising for Jack.org.

Explainer:

We're training and empowering today’s young leaders and tomorrow’s frontline decision-makers in mental health. The stakes are high. Fundraising is a way to make a direct impact on this work - while also having a great time with friends and family. And we’re here to help along the way.

Ideal for (but not limited to):

High school and post-secondary students
Sports team, clubs & student groups
Individuals, families and groups of friends

Potential impact:

Financial support for youth mental health advocacy for young people
Improve knowledge about the advocacy work being done in Canada
Increase awareness about the youth mental health crisis

Other Initiatives

Start a Social Media Challenge

Impact: attitudes

Challenge your followers to raise awareness about mental health.

Be an Ally

Impact: attitudes

Promote an intersectional organization.

Share Positivity Online

Impact: attitudes

Share your favourite feel-good social media accounts.