Fundraise#Virtually Anything
Fundraise Your Way. Change a Child’s Future
With only 1 in 5 Canadians aware of juvenile arthritis, anything you do—big or small—helps raise awareness, support families, and move us closer to better care and a cure.
Fundraising is a powerful way to support children and families living with rheumatic disease. Whether you’re organizing an event, participating in a campaign, or creating your own initiative, your efforts help fund programs, research, and resources that make a real difference.
Why Fundraise?
Many of our fundraisers are led by youth, families, and community members across Canada.
Every fundraising effort helps expand access to vital programs, provide meaningful support for families, and advance research that leads to better treatments and outcomes for children living with rheumatic disease. Whether big or small, these efforts directly contribute to improving care and strengthening the community across Canada.
It’s also an opportunity to:
- Bring people together around a shared cause
- Raise awareness in your community
- Make a direct and meaningful impact
“Fundraising brought our community together and made a real difference.” — Parent, Cassie + Friends Community
Ways to Get Involved
There are many ways to fundraise — big or small.
There’s no one way to fundraise — and that’s the point. Choose something that fits your life, your community, and your creativity. These examples below can give you some needed inspiration for your fundraiser.
Host An
Event
Join A
Campaign
Create Your
Own Fundraiser
Celebrate
With Purpose
Register
Walk/Run
Fundraise Your Way #VirtuallyAnything
With #VirtuallyAnything, you can fundraise in a way that fits your life, your schedule, and your community. Whether it’s something active, creative, or completely unique, every effort helps support kids and families living with juvenile arthritis.
There’s no single way to participate—just start.
Get Started
You might:
- Walk or run in your neighbourhood
- Host a bake sale or bottle drive
- Organize something at school or work
- Create your own online fundraiser
How It Works
- Register
- Set up your fundraising page
- Share your story and start raising funds
Why It Matters
Your fundraising helps provide:
- Support for families and caregivers
- Medical equipment and resources
- Youth mentorship and leadership programs
- Research that improves care and outcomes
“Hosting a music trivia night with over 150 attendees showed me the power of community—not just in dollars raised, but in the awareness sparked.” — Parent
Start Fundraising
The main thing is to get started. Your efforts will immediately contribute to helping us raise awareness and funds to support our work. Questions, call us and we’ll help you get started.
Join an Event
Prefer to take part in something organized? That’s perfectly fine too.
From community runs and family days to webinars and special campaigns, there are many ways to get involved throughout the year.
Providing Support
Cassie + Friends provides guidance, tools, and hands-on support to help make your fundraising efforts successful from start to finish. Whether you’re organizing something small in your community or planning a larger initiative, our team is here to help you navigate the process with confidence and ease.
This may include:
- Fundraising tips and ideas
- Promotional materials
- Support from our team
- Guidance on setup and planning
How it Works
Idea
Choose your fundraising idea
Build
Plan, organize and set it up
Share
Share it with your friends and colleagues
Impact
Run your fundraiser and make an impact
More Fundraising Ideas
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Your Impact In Action
Funds raised support programs, research, and resources that directly benefit children and families living with rheumatic disease. From helping families access trusted information and peer support, to advancing research that improves diagnosis, treatment, and long-term outcomes, every contribution plays a meaningful role.
These efforts go beyond immediate support — they help reduce isolation, strengthen connections, and build a more responsive system of care. Together, they contribute to a stronger, more informed, and more connected community across Canada.
An Impact Story
Caden Castonguay was the recipient of 2023 Youth Leader Award for the 13+ age group
Caden embodies dedication and passion in her advocacy efforts. Her remarkable journey of advocacy and awareness reached new heights when she shared her inspiring story on Global News, shedding light on Juvenile Arthritis and the supports that C+F is working towards helping youth + families in Canada. Her impactful contributions extended further as she took the stage as a speaker for our Injection Support webinar, offering invaluable insights and support to fellow youth.
Caden’s commitment didn’t stop there; she tirelessly wrote letters of support, amplifying the voices of youth across Canada and advocating for change. Additionally, her role as a Youth Mentor has left a profound impact, guiding and empowering others to become advocates in their own right. Caden’s unwavering dedication is something we are so proud of!
Congratulations Caden!
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Making a Difference Your Way
However you choose to fundraise, your support helps create meaningful change and brings the community together.
“Whether it’s a small idea or a larger initiative, every effort makes a difference.”
— Jennifer Wilson, Executive Director