GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon Official Charities
The GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon is proud to be a continuing supporter of local charities. We have two levels in our charity program. The four official charities are KidSport Greater Victoria, Raise A Reader, GoodLife Kids and the Kilee Patchell-Evans Autism Research Group.
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KidSport™ So ALL Kids Can Play! Register for the KidSport Charity Pledge Rewards Program and you could win 2 nights for 2 at the Four Seasons Whistler Resort and Spa, gift certificates from Frontrunners/NewBalance and Victoria restaurants or a Garmin Heart Rate Monitor. Details at www.kidsportvictoria.ca/pledge KidSport is a not for profit charity that provides sport registration fee grants for children age 5 to 18 to participate in a season of sport. For KidSport success is measured by the number of children who would otherwise not have a chance to play and the sport experiences they are able to have that enhances their lives and health. For further information on obtaining assistance from KidSport or to how you can support KidSport Greater Victoria through donations or volunteering call 250-387-1375 or visit www.kidsportvictoria.ca/pledge |
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This year’s Times Colonist Raise a Reader campaign is aimed at eradicating low literacy levels on Vancouver Island. Raise a Reader funds groups and schools that help further education and literacy on Vancouver Island. Over 130 organizations will receive funding from this year’s campaign for use to purchase books and other learning tools.
Contact: Shannon Donnelly |
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Together, we can help kids across Canada embrace a healthier, more active life GoodLife Kids Foundation envisions a Canada where ALL KIDS have the opportunity to benefit from an active life – regardless of socioeconomic status. We strive to inspire parents, teachers, coaches, mentors and corporate partners to deliver the message to kids, that being active is not only good for their body and mind – but also lots of fun! We do more than get the message out – we take ACTION! Every year, our granting program supports physical activity and health programs in local communities across Canada. Role models on the front line work tirelessly in their communities inspiring kids to get active. Our website is a valuable resource to share new ideas and expertise in physical fitness and healthy eating. Inspiring kids today creates an active, healthy tomorrow. VISIT www.goodlifekids.com to find out how YOU can help. Charitable #89126 2628 RR0001
Contact: Lisa Burrows, Executive Director |
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Today one in every 90 children in Canada is diagnosed with autism. Autistic children often exist in a world of isolation, unable to relate to the people around them or enjoy the routines we all take for granted for our children-going to school, playing with friends, telling their parents they love them. But there is hope! The Kilee Patchell-Evans Autism Research Group, under the direction of Dr. Derrick MacFabe was founded in 2003 with funding provided by David Patchell-Evans. Now that commitment has grown to a personal donation of over $3 million. The team continues to unfold important new findings that are receiving global attention. Recognized by the Canadian Medical Association in 2007 with its Medal of Honour, David Patchell-Evans and Dr. MacFabe continue to build collaborations between scientists and concerned citizens around the world. For more information, please visit:
Contact: Lisa Tichenoff (Research and Administrative Manager) |
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Official Charity Pledge Program
The GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon is proud to continue a partnership project started in 2005 with several local, provincial and national charities.
We have selected 18 charities to participate in the 2010 charity pledge program.
The charities are participating in partnership with our event to raise awareness of the individual causes and raise the dollars needed through the collection of pledges.
We are very thankful to have Al Ferraby from C-FAX 1070 as our honorary chair and are excited that he will be participating in the half marathon on 10-10-10.
Every dollar counts. You don't have to be a participant in the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon in order to collect pledges. Anyone can collect pledges. Our goal this year is to assist the charities in raising more than $250,000.
Once you choose your charity of choice or you would like to find out more information about the charities and to receive a pledge package, you can contact the specific charity directly as listed below.
Note: Each participant must register for the race they are going to run or walk as well as registering with their charity of choice to be part of their charity team. When you are registering for the race, choose the charity name from the open or master team dropdown boxes.
Donate to your charity right now! You may not want to collect pledges but you want to donate. You can do this by choosing your charity and clicking on the Donate Now! button.
Add meaning to your race day experience. Run for a charity. It’s easy to get involved, simply choose a charity, and they’ll provide you with all of the tools and support to get you started! 100 percent of all pledges collected go directly to the charity.
Good luck in your fundraising (and training) and thank you for helping to make a difference!
Sincerely,
Cathy NoelGeneral Manager, GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon
Email: cathy@runvictoriamarathon.com
Phone: 250-658-4520
The Pledge Charities for 2010
| BC CANCER FOUNDATION | |
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Contact: Pam Prewett, Development Officer Phone: 250-519-5552 Email: pprewett@bccancer.bc.ca Web: donate.bccancerfoundation.com/marathon Team Name: BC Cancer Foundation Team |
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One in three British Columbians will get cancer in their lifetime. You can help us decrease these odds and get one step closer to our vision: A World Free From Cancer. Support cancer research right here on Vancouver Island by registering to fundraise at donate.bccancerfoundation.com/marathon . Even though you’re not required to run/walk in Victoria Marathon to fundraise, if you plan to do so, click here to sign up. Make sure to select BC Cancer Foundation Team under the team options. The BC Cancer Foundation is an independent charitable organization that raises funds to support breakthrough research and care exclusively at the BC Cancer Agency. All funds raised by the BC Cancer Foundation on Vancouver Island stay on the Island to directly support vital cancer research and care at BC Cancer Agency's Vancouver Island Centre. The BC Cancer Foundation funds the most cancer research in British Columbia. |
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| BC LUNG ASSOCIATION | |
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Contact: Marissa McFadyen Phone: 604-731-5864 Email: superteam@bc.lung.ca Web: www.superteam.ca Team Name: SUPERTEAM! |
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Help make lung disease history! Join the BC Lung Association’s SUPERTEAM at the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon. Collect fantastic prizes at each fundraising level, including a chance to win a getaway for two to Rome! By running on behalf of the BC Lung Association you will be running for clean air initiatives and lung health programs in our community. Help make a difference - because when you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. |
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| BIG BROTHERS AND SISTERS | ||
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Contact: Lisa Mort-Putland, Development Manager Phone: 250-475-1117 Email: lisa@bbbsvictoria.com Web: www.bbbsvictoria.com Team Name: Big Give Back for Children and Youth |
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You can be a super hero. Participate or donate at the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon and help make a difference in the life of a child or youth. In 2009, 649 children and youth in communities from Sooke to Salt Spring Island reached out to Big Brothers Big Sisters to ask for help from a mentor. While every family’s story is different, we know that mentoring makes a positive difference for every child. Children and youth with positive mentors and role models are more likely to stay in school, succeed at school, strengthen relationships with peers and adults, and to be less involved in negative risk-taking. A trained mentor meets with a child once per week for a minimum of one-year to enhance a child’s confidence and self-esteem, build resiliency, provide new problem solving skills, and offer new experiences, opportunities, and potential for success at home, at school, and in life. Mentors and children are supported and monitored throughout their mentoring match and provided with training, tools, and referrals. The average mentoring match lasts 14 months. The positive impact of mentoring lasts for a lifetime. You can help change the life of a child and you don’t have to change your own life. Your donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters will help provide 100 new mentors to children and youth in 2011. |
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| CAPITAL FAMILIES ASSOCIATION | |
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Contact: Prairie Escallier, Executive Director Phone: 250-391-4911 Email: admin@capfamilies.org Web: www.capfamilies.org Team Name: Community Spirit |
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Capital Families is a charitable organization dedicated to serving the families of the West Shore. Capital Families works in partnership with the community, families and individuals to develop and implement programs that strengthen, enhance and provide opportunities for individuals and families to build the capacities and skills to meet life's challenges and thrive. To find out more visit our web site at www.capfamilies.org. Capital Families invites to you to show your support and join our joyful Community Spirit team at the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon. |
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| C-FAX SANTAS ANONYMOUS | |
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Contact: Dusty Cunningham, Administrator Phone: 250-920-4644 Email: santas@cfax1070.com Web: www.cfax1070.com/santa.php Team Name: Santa's Rundeers |
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Have fun and Run to help children in need. C-FAX Santas Anonymous has helped children and families in need for over thirty two years. Acknowledging that the need in the community does not end with the help we give over 1070 families at Christmas; we carry the spirit of giving throughout the year with our special grants programme. We are proud of our programme to provide activity kits to children on their visit to Emergency at Victoria General. If you believe in helping to improve the lives of children then - join Al Ferraby on our “Rundeers” team. |
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| CHOICES ADOPTION AND COUNSELLING | |
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Contact: Holly Allen Phone: 1-888-479-9811 or 250-479-9811 Email: choices@choicesadoption.ca Web: www.choicesadoption.ca Team Name: CHOICES CHAMPIONS |
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CHOICES Adoption and Counselling is pleased to partner with the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon to celebrate adoption, health and community! Join us this year and run to support creating families through adoption! A child needs a family to hold their hand and their heart! |
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| EVERY STEP COUNTS | |
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Contact: Brittany McConeghy, Program Coordinator Phone: 250-882-5261 (cell) Email: bmcconeghy@coolaid.org Web: www.CoolAid.org/esc Team Name: Every Step Counts |
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Every Step Counts is a running program for people experiencing barriers with housing, mental health and/or addiction and other issues. It’s positive, innovative and fosters self-esteem, positive growth and fitness! Our goal is $5,000 to be used to keep Every Step Counts running! Run for the Charity that Runs. Donate Now! (Under Fund Designation, select Every Step Counts) |
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| FETAL ALCOHOL SPECTRUM DISORDER (FASD) COMMUNITY CIRCLE - VICTORIA | |
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Contact: David Gerry Phone: 250-595-6626 Email: dgerry@beaconcs.ca Web: www.beaconcs.ca Team Name: Beacon Bright Lights |
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Beacon Community Services is a community-based, not-for-profit, social, employment, health, recreational, housing and volunteer services agency, offering a wide range of programs to promote and maintain the independence of thousands of clients in the Capital Regional District. With the FASD Program, BCS works to find innovative ways to provide support and encouragement to those affected by FASD. The FASD Community Circle’s establishment of paediatric and adult diagnostic clinics on the island are an excellent example of this innovation. Find out more at www.beaconcs.ca/pages/familyservices.html. Donate Now! On the Canada Helps page, click on Donate Now and select BCD Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder under Fund Designation. |
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| KIDSPORT GREATER VICTORIA | |
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Contact: Melanie Moran Phone: 250-516-0356 Email: mel@kidsportvictoria.ca Web: www.kidsportvictoria.ca/pledge Team Name: Team KidSport |
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Register for the KidSport Charity Pledge Rewards Program and you could win 2 nights for 2 at Four Seasons Whistler Resort and Spa, gift certificates from Frontrunners/NewBalance and Victoria restaurants or a Garmin Heart Rate Monitor. Details at www.kidsportvictoria.ca/pledge Register or Donate Today! |
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| LIFETIME NETWORKS | |
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Contact: Carlene Thompson, Director of Resource Development Phone: 250-477-4112 ext. 2 Email: carlene@lnv.ca Web: www.lnv.ca Team Name: Lifetime Networks Cruisers |
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Lifetime Networks builds lasting friendships and support for people with disabilities. By building lasting friendships we reduce isolation and loneliness, creating brighter futures for people with disabilities. And providing peace of mind for their families. After all, no matter what label society gives us, being labelled a friend is most treasured of all. Please give generously. The money that you donate will help people with disabilities make friends, reduce loneliness and connect to their communities. |
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| MISSING CHILDREN SOCIETY OF CANADA | |
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Contact: Tracy Ferguson or Judy Peterson Phone: 403-291-0705 or 250-661-6160 Email: tferguson@mcsc.ca or linden-judy@shaw.ca Web: www.mcsc.ca Team Name: Missing Children Searchers |
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When a child first goes missing, the police, the media and the community all rally together to help the terrified and grieving family search for their child, but as time goes by, that involvement gradually decreases, leaving the family to continue the search…alone. It is for these families that the Missing Children Society of Canada was established in 1986. Since that time, our unique and comprehensive search program called Project: Reunite has assisted police and searching families in the active and ongoing search for missing children. Our investigators have closed over 1,600 cases since 1986 – that’s an average of 70 a year – and have assisted law enforcement in over 6,000 cases. MCSC employs a team of in-house investigators to search for missing children. Our approach incorporates frontline, hands-on investigative and search activities. This active methodology is the foundation of Project: Reunite and distinguishes us from other organizations with similar mandates. All funds raised through the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon will support MCSC’s search programs. For more information about joining our team or making a pledge, please contact us at www.mcsc.ca. |
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| MOUNT ST. MARY FOUNDATION | |
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Contact: Louise Carlow, Development Assistant Phone: 250-480-3140 Email: lcarlow@msmfoundation.ca Web: www.msmfoundation.ca Team Name: Mount St. Marythoners |
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Our team captain Sister Lucy is turning 80 this year! To help her celebrate this milestone we are seeking 80 walkers or runners to join her in raising $80,000! 50% of the funds raised will buy new mattresses for the 200 residents at Mount St. Mary Hospital and 50% will benefit the Sisters of St. Ann Legacy fund in the honour of Sister Lucy. Get involved! Give the gift of comfort! Help make strides for quality health care. Walk, run and pledge with the Mount St. Marythoners and receive a team shirt, prizes for each level, and celebration party. |
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| RAINCOAST CONSERVATION FOUNDATION | |
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Contact: Christine Hewitt, Development and Community Relations Phone: 250-655-1229, x. 227 Email: marathon@raincoast.org Web: www.raincoast.org Team Name: Raincoast Salmon Run |
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Raincoast Conservation Foundation, founded in 1996 in Victoria, BC, is a team of conservationists and scientists empowered by our research to protect the lands, waters and wildlife of coastal British Columbia. Our mandate: Investigate, Inform, Inspire. Proceeds raised from the RVM Charity Pledge Program will support Raincoast Kids– interactive programs with the goal of inspiring children and youth interested in Raincoast’s science and conservation initiatives to protect British Columbia’s coast. Join Raincoast Salmon Run and run, walk, volunteer, inspire! For more information visit www.raincoast.org |
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| TEAM DIABETES | |
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Contact: Rebecca Taylor, Team Diabetes, Development Coordinator - Pacific Area Phone: 604-732-1331 ext. 246 Email: rebecca.taylor@diabetes.ca Web: www.teamdiabetes.ca Team Name: Team Diabetes |
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Wondering how you can discover the satisfaction of achieving a personal goal while making a difference in the lives of millions of Canadians living with diabetes? Walk or run with Team Diabetes at the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon! Team Diabetes is the national activity fundraising program for the Canadian Diabetes Association that promotes healthy and active lifestyles while participants raise funds to support diabetes research, education, services and advocacy programs. You don’t have to be an athlete to sign up! The program prepares you for the physical challenge and also provides the support needed to achieve fundraising and training goals. For more information on how you can be part of Team Diabetes at the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon, please contact Rebecca at rebecca.taylor@diabetes.ca or 604-732-1331 ext. 246. |
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| THE ARTHRITIS SOCIETY- JOINTS IN MOTION | |
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Contact: Trish Duncan, Joints In Motion, Fund Development Coordinator – BC-Yukon Email: tduncan@bc.arthritis.ca Web: www.jointsinmotion.ca Team Name: Joints In Motion – The Arthritis Society |
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Expand your personal goal of participating in the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon. Make a difference in the lives of those living with arthritis by joining the Joints In Motion team. Joints In Motion is The Arthritis Society’s premier fundraising program designed to Challenge Yourself and Help Millions! We provide you with the coaching you need to fundraise and train to achieve your personal goals. Arthritis is among the top 3 most common chronic illnesses impacting the quality of life of 1 in 6 Canadians. Arthritis does not discriminate between our aged and youth, affecting 1 in 1000 children under the age of 16. We invite you to take 5 minutes to share in 4 very personal journeys by watching this video: Arthritis, It’s not what you think. For more information on how you can be part of our Joints In Motion Team at the 2010 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon, please contact Trish at tduncan@bc.arthritis.ca or 250-588-9126. |
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| THRESHOLD HOUSING SOCIETY | |
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Contact: Marion Little and Kyra Henry Phone: 250-383-8830 Email: Marion: ths2@shaw.ca or Kyra: info@thresholdhousing.ca Web: www.nwnet.org/~threshold/ Team Name: Running Home for Youth |
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“Run Home” with Threshold Housing Society! Over 200 teens in Greater Victoria need stable, affordable housing. Some have experienced abuse, neglect, and poverty. Some are struggling with addictions and mental health challenges. Often they have run away, or have been removed, from their homes. They are resilient survivors and they need support, so this year, we’re “Running Home” for youth housing. I hope you’ll join the “Running Home” team and run home with us! Sponsorship ideas: $75 to provide a room for 1 night. $525 to provide a room for 7 nights. $2,250 to provide a room for 30 nights. $27,375 to provide a room for 365 nights. Sponsoring a youth space incl: private room, heat, hydro, cable, phone, furnishings, bedding, laundry, access to emergency food, help with school fees/supplies/books & shoes/mitts/coats when needed, supervision & support, community building activities, property maintenance, & a beautiful homemade quilt as a farewell gift symbolic of this community’s care for each youth. GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon fundraising goal: Let’s run home for 365 nights! Help us raise a total of $27,375 for youth housing. |
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| VICTORIA WOMEN'S SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTRE | |
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Contact: Lenore Kennedy, Resource Development Officer Phone: 250-383-5545 Email: lenorek@vwsac.com Web: www.vwsac.com Team Name: Women's Sexual Assault Centre |
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Someone you know has been affected by sexualized violence - whether you know it or not. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men has experienced some form of sexualized violence that can be legally defined as Sexual Assault. It’s something no one wants to talk about. The Women's Sexual Assault Centre supports, empowers and advocates for women who are survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse and works to end this violence. Each year we provide services for over 2,500 people through SART (the Sexual Assault Response Team); Group and Individual Counselling programs; a 24-hour crisis and information line; and workshops for parents, friends, and youth. We also run Project Respect, an award-winning prevention and education program that works closely with schools and youth serving agencies to prevent sexualized violence. We value each and every gift of time, money, services and support because every gift from you makes a survivor’s life a little easier and helps us to work towards ending sexualized violence. |
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| VICTORIA WOMEN’S TRANSITION HOUSE SOCIETY | |
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Contact: Elissa Bergman, Development Associate Phone: 250-592-2927, ext 214 Email: elissab@vwth.bc.ca Web: www.transitionhouse.net Team Name: MISSION: Transition |
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For 35 years, Victoria Women’s Transition House has been providing a safe place for women and children to escape violence and abuse. With its origins in a women’s centre at the height of the women’s equality movement of the 1960s and ‘70s, it has since grown to include an eight-bedroom shelter and a community office where in addition to its administration offices, Transition House provides support groups and counselling for women and children. We invite you to join the 35th Anniversary Campaign to End Violence Against Women by joining our team to run or walk in the 8K, half, or full marathon. Please contact Elissa Bergman at elissab@vwth.bc.ca or (250) 592-2927 ext. 214. |
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