What is Guelph Gives?
You’ve heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday – days that are great for the economy and getting a good deal – well now we have Giving Tuesday a day that is great for the community. This day is a platform for local businesses and not-for-profit organizations to kick-off the giving season and celebrate all forms of giving as we work together to build a better community for all! We are harnessing the power of social media so please follow us.
Why participate in Guelph Gives?
- Your loyal supporters will be looking for ways to help and promote your cause
- It’s easy! You can leverage the day to achieve your own objectives and participate in any way that
benefits your organization - This can be an excellent way to kick-off a year-end campaign
- Demonstrate your commitment to both the local community and to Canada’s philanthropic agenda
How to participate in Guelph Gives?
- Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter
- Share a story about the power of giving, tag us @GuelphGives and use the hashtags #GuelphGives & #GivingTuesdayCA
- Send us your own giving story via email at [email protected]
- Raise awareness about the campaign and let your network know how they can get involved
- Check out our social media regularly for events
- Check out Giving Tuesday’s charity toolkit for more resources
Meet the Guelph Gives Committee
Amanda Kavchak
Director, Marketing & Community Engagement, Children’s Foundation
(Chair of Guelph Gives Committee)
Kaitlynn Barrett
Manager, Government Grants, Mentor Works, a Ryan Company
Derek Boudreau
Owner, Royal Electric, Jimmy Jazz & La Reina
Ariana Christie
Real Estate Sales Representative, Content Creator and Podcast Host
Robyn Gladstone
Manager, People & Culture,
Arrow Machine & Fabrication Group
AOR Guelph
Calvin Hyde
Membership Sales & Engagement Representative,
Guelph Chamber of Commerce
Jaime Power
Owner + Wealth Advisor,
Power Wealth
Jessica Turnblom
Owner & Director of Social Marketing,
JVT Media