Fundraise and participate
Thank you for supporting York Region residents impacted by dementia. By hosting an event, participating in an Alzheimer Society of York Region's event, raising awareness or donating, you are ensure programs and services are available to those who need them.
The Alzheimer Society of York Region relies on fundraising to support programs and services for people on the dementia journey. Learn more about how you can host a fundraiser. Photo courtesy of Audrey Martin on Upsplash.
There are many ways to help York Region residents impacted by dementia. Host a fundraiser (Social with a Purpose), create a team or sign up individually for the Walk for Alzheimer's or volunteer your time. Contact Karen Bond, Fund Development Team Lead, at kbond@alzheimer-york.com .
Be a fundraiser
Be a fundraiser for the Alzheimer Society of York Region on your time on your terms!
The Alzheimer Society of York Region relies on people like you to help us support people living with dementia, and generate new knowledge about this fatal disease.
Here are some ways that you can help us generate even more funds for our mission.
- Encourage people to donate to AS York instead of bringing a hostess gift
- Ask your company to support AS York and York Region residents impacted by dementia over the holidays
- Ask about employee matching programs
- Host a bake sale, smoothie bar or hot chocolate station
- Have a garage sale or car in support of AS York
Alzheimer Society of York Region annual events
The Alzheimer Society of York Region hosts an number of events each year. People can support them by purchasing a sponsorship; sharing the information with friends or family; volunteering; and attending the event.
Annual events include:
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's
Thank you for participating in this year's IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's. This year, we raised more than $65,000 to support programs and services for York Region residents impacted by dementia.
See our walk page for more.
Forget-Me-Not Breakfast
Each spring, AS York hosts a breakfast featuring a dementia expert. Contact Karen Bond, Fund Development Team Lead, at kbond@alzheimer-york.com for details.
Social with a Purpose
Social with a Purpose is a new way to make connections while staying apart. Host a fundraiser your way in support of the Alzheimer Society of York Region.
Decide to host an event?
Karen Bond, Fund Development Team Lead, at kbond@alzheimer-york.com and let her know about your event and share your social media handles so we can thank you on our platforms.
During the event tag us so we can share your posts.
Facebook: alzheimersocietyyork
Twitter: asyork1
Instagram: alzheimeryr
LinkedIn: bit.ly/ASYorkLinkedIn
AS York Online Store
The Alzheimer Society of York Region online store allows you to purchase items in support of families, friends and neighbours impacted by dementia.
Emergency Care Response Fund
The Emergency Care Response Fund was created in the early stages of COVID-19 as a way to help York Region residents impacted by dementia in crisis. It's an ongoing fund to help our most vulnerable residents. Learn more.
Rose & Flair Lifestyles
Antonella Morale Giles and her sister Belinda Morale Smith will donate a portion of their yearly sales to AS York from their curated website for women. Learn more.