Support for Not-For-Profit Organizations

The HCDC staff are pleased to provide information and advice to not-for-profit organizations. We can also direct you to other resources, agencies and community partners that may be able to provide assistance. If you have a question or need assistance tackling an issue we may be able to help. Please do not hesitate to call, (705) 457-3555.

Incorporation

If you are looking into How to Incorporate your Not-For-Profit organization, visit this helpful link : How to Incorporate [pdf. file]

Fundraising

Fundraising is an essential component in the financial sustainability of a Not-For-Profit organization. Funding can come from government, foundations or corporations in the form of Grants or Contributions. Donations may be received from individuals or collections at specific events targeted to raise money for a certain inniative.

2 Tips in Fundraising:

1. Good Programming. Programs that meet important community needs, while demonstrating results will gain support and a strong raison d'être.

2. Committed Board. A Board that is committed to fundraising will help promote the organization and in turn bring resources in.

Information for Non-Profits

Canada Helps has released a YouTube video that is generating some interesting discussion about the future of communications and fundraising for Canadian organizations. The video, modelled after the popular Did You Know series, provides interesting Canadian statistics relating to Internet usage, social media, online giving, and what all of this means for nonprofits and charities. To view the video, visit: www.youtube.com/user/canadahelps.