Host a Community Event
Hosting a community event is one of the most effective ways you can help raise funds for the McGrath Foundation and increase breast awareness in your community.
A community event may be an ongoing fundraising initiative or a single event where money raised will be donated to the Foundation. Each and every community event helps further establish the McGrath Foundation’s role and is vitally important to everything we do.
In order to fulfil our charitable licensing requirements for each state, the McGrath Foundation requires every independent fundraiser to be registered and approved by the McGrath Foundation before the event is held.
- Brainstorm
Decide what sort of event you want to host. You may already have a clear idea of how you would like to go about fundraising for the McGrath Foundation, but if you need some suggestions, see our A-Z list of fundraising ideas. You may also want to check out our testimonials (on the right) for inspiration. - Be informed
Before proceeding with your event, you might want to read our FAQ to help answer any questions you might have. - Register
Submit an application for your event using the form at the bottom of this page. Remember, the more information you provide us with, the better we will be able to support your event and approve your event request. - Authority to fundraise
After your event has been approved, you will receive a Letter of Authority. This will allow you to fundraise on behalf of the McGrath Foundation and proceed with your event. It will also provide you with a Community Event (CE) number. Remember, you should NOT promote your event until you have received your Letter of Authority. - Approval of promotional materials
Make sure you send ALL promotional materials to the McGrath Foundation for approval prior to their printing, production or distribution. All material MUST be approved by the McGrath Foundation BEFORE it is distributed or printed. Review our Tips for Promotion before you get started for some unique ideas to raise awareness about your event. - ENJOY YOURSELF!
Make sure you take time to enjoy the day and be encouraged by the support you and the Foundation receive throughout your fundraising event or activity. - Remit funds raised
Once your event is over, tally up the donations raised and send all money back to the McGrath Foundation along with any outstanding merchandise. A Remittance Statement is included in the Community Event Agreement. Returning this completed remittance statement will enable us to send you a letter thanking you and everyone involved in the event for all your hard work. - THANK YOU!
Put up your feet, grab a glass of champagne and celebrate – you’ve just helped make a difference!
Application forms
The following form is required for every application to register a fundraising event with the McGrath Foundation: Community Event Application.
If you are a company interested in organising a fundraising event please email
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with a brief description of your event, and we will send you the appropriate form.
If you are interested in selling merchandise on consignment at your event, download and complete the Consignment Merchandise Order Form.
Please email completed forms to
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Alternatively you can fax the forms to (02) 9958 0140 or post to PO Box 4, Northbridge NSW 2063.
