Volunteer Event Tip of the Week

If you are looking for a way to volunteer or do more of it, here are some tips for finding that perfect volunteer spot.

1. Decide what problem or issue you want to volunteer for.

2. Think about how much time you have to devote to volunteering.

3. Look for a volunteer opportunity that will be fulfilling for you.

4. Match your skills with the volunteer oppotunity.

5. Be prepared for the challenges of volunteering.

6. Be open to the changes, especially in yourself, that volunteering will bring.

Read Africa Ball

At CODE, we believe that if you can learn to read and write, you can learn to do, and be, anything.

Our programs advance literacy throughout the developing world through professional teacher and librarian training, support for libraries and publishers, and by supplying books which are culturally, age and gender appropriate.

CODE is an award-winning organization that has been honoured by the International Reading Association, UNESCO and the Government of Canada for its work in education and literacy.

CODE currently works with education / literacy partners in Mali, Mozambique, Senegal, Ethiopia, Liberia, Ghana, Tanzania, Kenya, Malawi, Guyana and soon – Haiti.

Attend the hottest party in town and give the gift of Education this season!
Friday, December 10, 2010 – 8pm until late
Rosehill Venue Lounge, 6 Rosehill Ave, Toronto

To raise awareness and additional revenue to support CODE’s education and literacy work for vulnerable children in the developing world

A unique event that will bring together Toronto’s trendy crowd for a night of pure African sounds, feel and spirit

Dance to the rhythm of Élage Diouf–a popular 6 member Senegalese band

Enjoy delicious cocktails from the open-bar, snack on scrumptious hors d’oeuvres as you mingle, and don’t forget to bid on some of the great prizes in the silent auction and participate in our raffle – you could win a trip for two to Africa valued at $4,000 (airfare and spending money)!

– Tickets sold online: $100 per person (partial tax receipt will be issued)
– Sponsorship Opportunities
www.codecan.org
Charitable Registration No. 11883 4878 RR0001

Hope House Fundraiser

Join Hope House on May 27, 2010 for a VIP fundraising event and after party at the Palais Royale!

In 2004 the film Born into Brothels won the Academy Award for Best Documentary. The Film tells a powerful story about young children in Calcutta’s red light district struggling to break a cycle of poverty and prostitution.

Soon after, the film makers set up ‘Kids with Cameras’ a non-profit organization that teaches the art of photography to marginalized children in communities around the world. Kids With Cameras uses photography to capture the imaginations of children, to empower them, building confidence, self-esteem and hope.

Kids With Cameras plans to break ground in early 2010 to construct Hope House (Asha Niwas).

The goal for Toronto’s fundraiser is to raise $25,000 – $50,000 US to build a music room in the Asha Niwas Hope House. The house will become a safe haven for 100 girls to live and study. There will be psychological and physical care on site and the house will be built with sustainable architecture.

VIP Event – Indian Garden Party

Time: 7 – 9:30 pm
Cost: $250 per ticket

Enjoy a celebrity chef dinner and open bar at the elegant VIP reception. The reception will also feature the Born into Brothels composer accompanied by a children’s choir.

After Party

Time: 9:30 pm – 1:00 am
Cost: $100 per ticket

DJ Rekha from New York City will be providing the soundtrack for this Hollywood meets Bollywood themed night. Enjoy samplings from Dessert and Liqueur stations while you get your henna tattoo!

Follow the link for more information on The Hope House Toronto Fundraiser.

Deb Lewis Speaks to Toronto Don Valley Rotary

In his inauguration speech Barack Obama spoke to the citizens of the world and reminded us that we each have a responsibility to the wider community. That is to look after those less fortunate than ourselves.

So how do we go about doing just that?  How can one person’s actions make a difference to those around us who are in need? That’s a truly difficult assignment but, if a group of like-minded people can band together and put their individual talents and imagination together, who knows what could happen?

Such a group of people already exists and has in fact existed for over 100 years. That organization is called ROTARY and is open to your membership. The local club “Toronto Don Valley” meets every Thursday morning for a mix of fellowship, sustenance in the form of a light breakfast, and most important of all to hear ideas for the betterment of our world that we can put into action.

On Thursday, March 4th 2010 Deborah Lewis, CMP, and CEO of CityEvents was asked to speak to the members of the “ Toronto Don Valley” Rotary at their weekly meeting. She gave insight and guidance on the process of planning and promoting a non-profit event in the community. As well as some helpful tips and tricks on the staging of the event itself.Deborah is tirelessly committed to her community. She was a mentor with the TRIDEC mentoring program, a previous Rotary member, and remained on the fund-raising committee for the New Leaders of Sunnybrook Foundation for the past 10 years. Currently she works on The Fireball for Sheena’s Place.

Discover Your Passions at Canada Blooms Passions Preview Party

On Tuesday March 16, 2010 hundreds of green thumbs from across Ontario will gather to celebrate the opening night of Canada Blooms 2010 show. The party will take place in the Direct Energy Centre, the stage for Canada’s most eye catching and magnificent gardens. Showcasing gardens designed by Canada’s leading architects/landscapers providing the perfect environment for a memorable opening night bash!

The night will allow guests to enjoy the spectacular gardens at their best before it opens to the general public. Also included in the ticket is a complimentary signature Temptation cocktail and various tasting sessions.

The night will also feature an all night green thumb shopping pass to Blooms’ Marketplace and a special silent auction and cameo fashion show.

Dedicated to providing horticulture expertise, education and resources on an ongoing basis, Canada Blooms is a not-for-profit organization that gives back to the community throughout the year by funding community garden projects around Ontario. All proceeds of the Passions Preview Party go to support gardening and horticulture in Ontario.

Event Details

Location: Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON

Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2010. 7:00 – 10:00 pm

Tickets are $75 per person

Cash Bar

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