Support the most urgent needs at St. Joe’s

Did you know 80% of health care is provided in community hospitals?

For west Toronto, that’s St. Joe’s. For many in our neighbourhood, all the health care they will need in their lifetime will come from St. Joe’s

When you Cycle 4 St. Joe’s, the funds you raise will support the most urgent needs at St. Joe’s, including renovations to create compassionate spaces for care, patient-centred technology, and new programs to meet the health needs of all.

Ride alongside St. Joe’s healthcare teams — nurses, doctors, counselors, porters, cooks, volunteers, cleaners who work behind the scenes and on the front lines to deliver extraordinary west end care — and then challenge yourself to Cycle 4 St Joe’s and raise funds for where they are needed most.

Calling all St. Joe’s healthcare teams and staff!

It’s time to pull your colleagues together and challenge yourself to help your patients. Did you know that when you raise more than $5,000 as a department or unit, you can direct those funds back to support the most critical needs in your own area? Join or start St. Joe’s team . Our fundraising coaches will send you a fundraising kit to help you in your fundraising, including posters, email templates, social posts and fundraising tips. Be sure to mark Unity Health as your company when you register and we’ll reach out! Let’s ride together and ensure the best care experiences, close to home. REGISTER NOW

The Myhal Family Foundation's New Speed Matching Gift!

The Myhal family has been riding with us for several years and this is their second year donating a matching gift, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the boost to all our efforts!

The match offer is now closed. There is still time to register for the ride on Sept, 22. Don’t wait! Secure your spot today and set your fundraising goals. Together, we can make a huge impact!

 

Earn Incentives

Let’s ride together and support care in our community by taking on the Cycle 4 St. Joe’s challenge. Set two goals for yourself—your own personal victory in crossing the finish line and meeting your fundraising goal to support the most urgent needs at St. Joe’s

Let your family, friends and colleagues know your ride goals and ask them to make a donation to support care in this community.

Fundraising Rewards!

  • Raise $250+ and you earn a classic cycling cap
  • Raise $750+ and you earn the coveted official 2024 jersey + water bottle
  • Raise $2500+ and you earn the first-edition of our Cycle 4 St. Joe’s cycling shorts
  • Plus, be one of the first 5 to raise over $10,000 and receive the honorary Cycle 4 St. Joe’s polkadot jersey.

    • *All rewards are available for pick up the morning of the ride and subject to availability

 

Anniversary Program

We love our longtime supporters who go above and beyond for St. Joe’s, ensuring the best care is close to home. We celebrate riders who ride with us for five years and ten years! And look forward to adding 15 years when we get there!

  • 5 Years Anniversary: Receive the 5-Year Cycle for St. Joe’s cycling vest. To qualify, registered as a Cycle 4 St. Joe’s participant for 5 years and raised a minimum of $150 each year
  • 10 Year Anniversary: Receive the 10-Year Cycle for St. Joe’s cycling vest. To qualify, registered as a Cycle 4 St. Joe’s for 10 years and raised a minimum of $150 each year
  • 15 Year Anniversary: Coming in 2027. Keep riding with us each year to be the first to earn this level when we reach 15 years!

Fundraising Tips

Calling all team captains…

Here are some tips to help you encourage your team to go all the way in their fundraising. There are prizes for individual fundraising as well as team prizes, so get ready to mobilize your team to win!

Who do you know ?

Tell your team to gather their contact lists, both personal and work. Everyone needs to think through people they know through their kids, clubs, volunteering, dog-walking friends, neighbours, etc

Use your social network

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn are all amazing ways to spread the word about your ride. Check out our Social Media Toolkit for some inspiration and graphics. Ask your team to post your team page with your team goals and progress. Ask your team to send out a call to action asking all followers to rally behind your team

Make A Big Ask!

Encourage your team to ask. If they ask someone for $100, they might get $100, or maybe $75 or $50. Whatever the case it never hurts to set the bar high.

Remember Your Inspiration!

There’s a reason you are all supporting St. Joe’s. Be sure each team member includes a personal message about what St. Joe’s means to them. The more personal you can make it, the better.

Follow Up!

It’s very common for people to put things off. We all lead busy lives and have lots of other responsibilities on our plates. A little reminder never hurt anyone. Remind your team that if they know someone who has indicated that they want to donate, but hasn’t, that there is no harm in following-up with a phone call or reminder email. And remember, when the event nears and time is running out to fundraise, share your timeline people respond to deadlines!

Send Thank You Notes!

It’s a simple thing to do, but also one of the most powerful. Say thank you to everyone who supports your team. Send emails, post thank you messages on social media, and thank people in person.!

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