
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 GuelphGives?
- 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 GuelphGives?
- Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter
- Share a story about the power of giving, tag us @GuelphGives and use the hashtags #GuelphGives & #GivingTuesdayCA
- Send us your own giving story for our blog, email guelphgives@gmail.ca
- 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 Team

Emma Rogers
CEO, Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington (Chair of GuelphGives committee)

Shakiba Shayani
President & CEO, Guelph Chamber of Commerce

Louise Frost
Manager, Marketing and Communications, Guelph Humane Society

Kaitlynn Barrett
Community Fundraising Specialist, Canadian Cancer Society

Stephanie Smith
Campaign Manager, United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin

Megan Carberry
Account Manager, Inbox Marketer a Trendline Company

Derek Boudreau
Owner, Royal Electric, Jimmy Jazz & La Reina

Jaime Power
Consultant, IG Wealth Management

Arlin Otto
Structural Designer, Tacoma Engineers Inc.

Amanda Kavchak
Communications and Marketing Manager, Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington