Join us for Making Strides for Sanctuary 2021, Sanctuary's 12th annual fundraising run/walk/roll! The act of moving forward together beautifully captures how we, at Sanctuary, strive to be a community, accompanying each other as we walk through life.

This year we are running/walking/rolling to raise $120,000 to support all of our regular activities, from street outreach, to healthcare, to advocacy, to community arts, to weekly meals. These funds will also support the extraordinary needs of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This year's event will be virtual, offering you more ways than ever to Make Strides for Sanctuary!

We are delighted to announce that a group of generous donors will be matching all gifts up to $50,000! This is an amazing chance for you to double the impact of your gift!

Events

5k Run- record your time on the results page. Fastest runner and fastest runner under 17 win a prize!

10k Run- record your time on the results page. Fastest runner wins a prize!

5k walk/roll- send 1) a fun selfie from your walk/roll, 2) a picture of any wildlife you spot along your route or 3) your homemade run t-shirt to strides@sanctuarytoronto.ca for a chance to win a prize!

When

You can run, walk, or roll anytime between September 13th at 9:00am and September 18th at 11:30am and submit your times and picture entries all week long. You can also start at 10:00am on September 18th with our live stream countdown!

We will host a Grand Finale live stream at 12:00pm on September 18th to announce the winners and share our fundraising results!

Registration

Individual: $25/ticket

Pay What You Can: We want everyone to be able to make strides with us! If the cost of a ticket is prohibitive for you, you can register using the "Pay What You Can" option. The ticket itself is free, but you can make a donation in the amount of your choice.

Family/Group Discount: Receive 15% off your registration fees when you register 4+ people together

Kids under 14: Free!

You can also register as part of a team to raise funds and make strides together!

Donate

Click the "Donate Now" button on this page, or visit: sanctuarytoronto.ca/donate .

You can also mail cash or cheques to Sanctuary at 25 Charles Street East, Toronto ON, M4Y 1R9.

FAQ

a. Will I get a tax receipt for my donation?

You sure will! All donations over $10 are eligible for an official charitable tax receipt. Registration fees are not eligible for tax receipts.

b. Do I have to run/walk/roll to raise money or donate?

Nope! We'd love for you to join us, but if that's just not in the cards for you we would deeply appreciate your donation and/or fundraising efforts!

c. Can I participate if I don't have internet access or a running app?

Yes and yes!

If any of the digital elements of the event are a barrier, please reach out to Devin at 416-922-0628 ext. 225 or devinl@sanctuarytoronto.ca and we'll do what we can to find a safe, accessible workaround.

If you are a Sanctuary community member who needs a device to take photos or participate in the livestream, you can speak to anyone on staff at Sanctuary.

d. What should I do if I have questions that aren't answered here?

You can email Devin at devinl@sanctuarytoronto.ca, or give her call at 416-922-0628 ext. 225.