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Make your donation to York before Dec. 31 for 2017 tax receipt

campus winter vignette

Though the year is quickly coming to a close, there is still time to join the hundreds of faculty, staff and retirees who have already chosen to create an impact at York University with a donation in 2017. Through your support, the University can ensure the success of our students while fulfilling our $500-million goal for Impact: The Campaign for York University, which is actively building stronger communities, mobilizing new ways of thinking and preparing the engaged global citizens of tomorrow.

As we prepare for the upcoming break and look forward to seeing family, friends and loved ones over the holidays, take a moment to think about supporting York University and our students through a donation before the end of the year.

The Advancement Office is closed for the holidays from Dec. 25, 2017 to Jan. 2, 2018 inclusive; however, there two easy ways that you can make a donation during that time.

  1. By visiting our online donation page;
  2. By telephone at 416-650-8210; or,

To ensure you receive a 2017 tax receipt for your donation, please take note of the following requirements:

  • Donations must be received on or before Dec. 31, with the cheque or credit card authorization dated Dec. 31 or earlier. This includes donations made online, by phone and in person.
  • Mailed donations can be received in January 2018, but must have a valid postmark of Dec. 31 or earlier.
  • Cheques must be made payable to York University.

Note to faculty and staff receiving donations in their departments:

Please forward any gifts received in your departments to Advancement Services (located at the West Office Building on York’s Keele Campus) by noon on Friday, Dec. 22, to ensure timely processing and receipting. If you are expecting a credit card donation over the closure period, please direct the donor to the online donation page.

In order to be receipted for 2017 all cheques must be accompanied with the original envelope.

Thank you to all of you who have already chosen to create impact at York University this year. Happy Holidays from the York University Division of Advancement.

Make your donation to York before Dec. 31 for 2017 tax receipt

campus winter vignette

Though the year is quickly coming to a close, there is still time to join the hundreds of faculty, staff and retirees who have already chosen to create an impact at York University with a donation in 2017. Through your support, the University can ensure the success of our students while fulfilling our $500-million goal for Impact: The Campaign for York University, which is actively building stronger communities, mobilizing new ways of thinking and preparing the engaged global citizens of tomorrow.

As we prepare for the upcoming break and look forward to seeing family, friends and loved ones over the holidays, take a moment to think about supporting York University and our students through a donation before the end of the year.

The Advancement Office is closed for the holidays from Dec. 25, 2017 to Jan. 2, 2018 inclusive; however, there two easy ways that you can make a donation during that time.

  1. By visiting our online donation page;
  2. By telephone at 416-650-8210; or,

To ensure you receive a 2017 tax receipt for your donation, please take note of the following requirements:

  • Donations must be received on or before Dec. 31, with the cheque or credit card authorization dated Dec. 31 or earlier. This includes donations made online, by phone and in person.
  • Mailed donations can be received in January 2018, but must have a valid postmark of Dec. 31 or earlier.
  • Cheques must be made payable to York University.

Note to faculty and staff receiving donations in their departments:

Please forward any gifts received in your departments to Advancement Services (located at the West Office Building on York’s Keele Campus) by noon on Friday, Dec. 22, to ensure timely processing and receipting. If you are expecting a credit card donation over the closure period, please direct the donor to the online donation page.

In order to be receipted for 2017 all cheques must be accompanied with the original envelope.

Thank you to all of you who have already chosen to create impact at York University this year. Happy Holidays from the York University Division of Advancement.

Make your donation to York before Dec. 31 for 2017 tax receipt

campus winter vignette

Though the year is quickly coming to a close, there is still time to join the hundreds of faculty, staff and retirees who have already chosen to create an impact at York University with a donation in 2017. Through your support, the University can ensure the success of our students while fulfilling our $500-million goal for Impact: The Campaign for York University, which is actively building stronger communities, mobilizing new ways of thinking and preparing the engaged global citizens of tomorrow.

As we prepare for the upcoming break and look forward to seeing family, friends and loved ones over the holidays, take a moment to think about supporting York University and our students through a donation before the end of the year.

The Advancement Office is closed for the holidays from Dec. 25, 2017 to Jan. 2, 2018 inclusive; however, there two easy ways that you can make a donation during that time.

  1. By visiting our online donation page;
  2. By telephone at 416-650-8210; or,

To ensure you receive a 2017 tax receipt for your donation, please take note of the following requirements:

  • Donations must be received on or before Dec. 31, with the cheque or credit card authorization dated Dec. 31 or earlier. This includes donations made online, by phone and in person.
  • Mailed donations can be received in January 2018, but must have a valid postmark of Dec. 31 or earlier.
  • Cheques must be made payable to York University.

Note to faculty and staff receiving donations in their departments:

Please forward any gifts received in your departments to Advancement Services (located at the West Office Building on York’s Keele Campus) by noon on Friday, Dec. 22, to ensure timely processing and receipting. If you are expecting a credit card donation over the closure period, please direct the donor to the online donation page.

In order to be receipted for 2017 all cheques must be accompanied with the original envelope.

Thank you to all of you who have already chosen to create impact at York University this year. Happy Holidays from the York University Division of Advancement.

Make your donation to York before Dec. 31 for 2017 tax receipt

campus winter vignette

Though the year is quickly coming to a close, there is still time to join the hundreds of faculty, staff and retirees who have already chosen to create an impact at York University with a donation in 2017. Through your support, the University can ensure the success of our students while fulfilling our $500-million goal for Impact: The Campaign for York University, which is actively building stronger communities, mobilizing new ways of thinking and preparing the engaged global citizens of tomorrow.

As we prepare for the upcoming break and look forward to seeing family, friends and loved ones over the holidays, take a moment to think about supporting York University and our students through a donation before the end of the year.

The Advancement Office is closed for the holidays from Dec. 25, 2017 to Jan. 2, 2018 inclusive; however, there two easy ways that you can make a donation during that time.

  1. By visiting our online donation page;
  2. By telephone at 416-650-8210; or,

To ensure you receive a 2017 tax receipt for your donation, please take note of the following requirements:

  • Donations must be received on or before Dec. 31, with the cheque or credit card authorization dated Dec. 31 or earlier. This includes donations made online, by phone and in person.
  • Mailed donations can be received in January 2018, but must have a valid postmark of Dec. 31 or earlier.
  • Cheques must be made payable to York University.

Note to faculty and staff receiving donations in their departments:

Please forward any gifts received in your departments to Advancement Services (located at the West Office Building on York’s Keele Campus) by noon on Friday, Dec. 22, to ensure timely processing and receipting. If you are expecting a credit card donation over the closure period, please direct the donor to the online donation page.

In order to be receipted for 2017 all cheques must be accompanied with the original envelope.

Thank you to all of you who have already chosen to create impact at York University this year. Happy Holidays from the York University Division of Advancement.

2017 York Cares United Way Campaign deadline extended to Dec. 31

The Wine Pull fundraiser

As of Dec. 6, York University faculty and staff have contributed close to $128,000 to the 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign. The amount raised represents 69 per cent of the 2017 goal of $185,000.

To help the University reach its goal, the York Cares United Way Campaign organizers have extended the campaign deadline to Dec. 31. They were able to offer the extension thanks to an initiative put forward by a group of the United Way’s most dedicated supporters and volunteers. The group has offered up to $600,000 to match all donations of $1,200 or more, and will match increased contributions from existing leadership donors. This initiative will help “double the love and double impact of contributions” made to the 2017 York Cares Campaign.

At the start of the campaign, all York University faculty and staff received a personalized email that contained a customized link to a personal contribution page. On Dec. 7, a reminder email complete with the link will be sent out to all faculty and staff.

The United Way is a powerful and effective charity and funds raised have a significant and measurable impact in the community. Did you know that a contribution of just $100 provides a daily snack (for three weeks) for 30 children and helps promote healthy eating? A donation of $480 provides a senior citizen with a weekly visit (for one year) from a friendly, trained volunteer who encourages independent living. A contribution of $500 provides funding and support for a week-long hot breakfast program for more than 50 deserving children. A leadership donation on $1,320 provides 10 weeks of swim lessons for 12 children and with matching, 24 children would receive swim lessons.

Event updates

The Office of the Vice-President Academic & Provost hosted a very successful auction, wine pull and waffle sale. The wine pull raised $340, the waffle sale generated $320 and the auction brought in $900.

The Wine Pull fundraiser

Also in November, staff in Parking Administration in Campus Services & Business Operations hosted their annual 50/50 draw and raised $909 for the United Way.

Staff and faculty enjoy the Waffle fundraiser hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Silent Auction, which took place Nov. 16 and 17, was a success, raising $1,605.55. In addition to the Skills & Talents Silent Auction, a Pancake Breakfast, which was attended by 108 people and raised $315. A CN Tower climb, which had 11 student participants, raised $665. A Halloween Costume Event and Jeans Week Event hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost, raised approximately $220. And, a soup sale hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost raised approximately $130.

For more information on the campaign, and how to get involved, visit the York Cares United Way Campaign website.

York University joins charities across Canada for Giving Tuesday on Nov. 28

York U
Vari Hall

The following is a message to the University community from Jeff O’Hagan, vice-president of advancement:

Today, on Giving Tuesday, as generous individuals across the country choose to support causes close to their hearts, we are inviting the York University community to make an impact for future generations of students.

For York U students, donor support can mean the world. Thanks to thousands of donors including faculty, staff, alumni and students, York University is developing opportunities that transform the student experience through a focus on its key pillars of access, connectedness, excellence and impact. The need for support is more urgent today than ever before and Giving Tuesday offers a chance to change students’ lives for the better.

As a member of the University community, you play a vital role in helping York University take advantage of the many possibilities that lie ahead of us. Each of the initiatives below addresses specific areas within University where your donation can make a difference and help prepare students meet the challenges of a changing, global landscape.

  • York University Fund – supports the University’s area of greatest need (including student financial aid, learning spaces, academic programs, internship and research opportunities).
  • Glendon Alumni Fund for Indigenous Students – a critical resource that promotes that success of Indigenous learners and lets alumni share the experiences they enjoyed while studying at Glendon.
  • Salon francophone – provides a positive and relaxed environment where students can complete their studies, connect with fellow Glendonites and improve their overall French skills.
  • Adopt-a-Lion Fund – a means of supporting a specific York Lions team while providing all student-athletes with additional resources to compete at the highest possible level.

If you are interested in pledging your support to any of the projects listed above, please visit our online donation form.

Faculty and staff can also support York University on Giving Tuesday through the 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign. For more information, visit http://advancement.yorku.ca/2017-united-way-campaign.

To date, the York Cares United Way Campaign has raised close to $105,000

At just over the halfway mark, the York Cares United Way Campaign has raised $104,167.16 towards the final campaign goal of $185,000. The 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign runs until Nov. 30 and there’s still time to make an individual donation.

Each year, members of the York U community come together to support the United Way. Funds raised through the campaign benefit important local agencies and programs – some of which impact York’s programs and students directly.

Did you know that that $100 provides crisis and supportive counselling to a woman and her children who are survivors of domestic violence? A contribution of $500 provides funding and support for a week-long hot breakfast program for more than 50 deserving children. Opportunities to donate continue throughout the month.

On Nov. 23, the Office of the Vice-President Academic & Provost will be hosting its sophomore annual Auction & Wine Pull in support of United Way, from 12 to 3pm in the Kaneff Tower, ninth floor kitchen and lounge area. For the auction, bidding starts as low as $5 for unique, interesting and top-quality items. For the Wine Pull come prepared to donate $20 per pull for the opportunity to grab wines ranging from $10 to $100.

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Auction

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Silent Auction, which took place Nov. 16 and 17, was a success, raising $1,605.55. Some of the auction items that enjoyed vigorous, competitive bidding at this year’s event included a 10-piece Lagostina Ticino cookware set; a gift card to Harry Rosen; a private behind-the-scenes tour of the Allan I. Carswell Observatory for six people; guitar lessons; hand-blown glass ornaments; baked goods; prepared lunches for a week; a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey; a photo shoot; and teacup candles, among many items on display.

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Silent Auction was made possible through generous donations from the following individuals and organizations:

Individual donors:

  • Al Regina
  • Alex Neumann
  • Alexandra Lucchesi
  • Alyson Gamble
  • Amanda Coric
  • Antonietta D’urzo
  • Connie Tomaso Romano
  • Danielle Wu
  • Deb Crooks
  • Guy Larocque
  • Jaismine Jassal
  • Lara Roccatani
  • Loredana Kun
  • Louise Spencer
  • Nadia Dar
  • Nancy Stanger
  • Paul Delaney
  • Peter Rowley
  • Pierre Potvin
  • Sandra Vite
  • Tina Dang
  • Zach Nichols

Faculties, private- and public-sector donors:

  • Asad Jalal (Artland.ca)
  • Canadian Tire (Lawrence Square Shopping Centre)
  • Harry Rosen
  • Hush Brands Inc
  • Lassonde School of Engineering
  • Ontario Science Centre
  • Royal Ontario Museum
  • Toronto Police Services (31 Division)

In addition to the Skills & Talents Silent Auction, a Pancake Breakfast, which was attended by 108 people and raised $315. A CN Tower climb, which had 11 student participants who raised $665. A Halloween Costume Event and Jeans Week Event hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost, raising approximately $220. And, a soup sale hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost raised approximately $130.

For more information on the campaign, and how to get involved, visit the York Cares United Way Campaign website.

Office of VP Academic & Provost to host auction and wine pull for the United Way

Bottles of wine wrapped in plain brown paper

The Office of the Vice-President Academic & Provost invites York community members to its sophomore annual Auction & Wine Pull in support of United Way.

Both events will take place Thursday, Nov. 23, from 12 to 3pm in the Kaneff Tower, ninth floor kitchen and lounge area.

For the auction, bidding starts as low as $5 for unique, interesting and top quality items.

For the Wine Pull come prepared to donate $20 per pull for the opportunity to grab wines ranging from $10 to $100.

All proceeds will go towards the York Cares United Way Campaign.

For more information on the campaign, visit the 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign.

Reminder: York Cares United Way Campaign silent auction runs Nov. 16 and 17

York University community members have come together to raise close to $80,000 in support of local agencies and programs through the 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign, which runs until Nov. 30.

Each year, the York U community comes together in support of the United Way, and this year’s goal is $185,000. Funds raised through the campaign benefit important local agencies and programs – some of which impact York’s programs and students directly.

Did you know that $500 provides funding and support for a week-long hot breakfast program for over 50 kids, and that $100 provides crisis and supportive counselling to a woman and her children who are survivors of domestic violence? Opportunities to make donations will continue through the month, with an upcoming Skills & Talents Silent Auction Nov. 16 and 17. Staff and faculty can make personal donations through a unique giving link that was sent via email on Nov. 14.

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Silent Auction will run for two days, Nov. 16 and 17, from noon to 2pm in the Big Egg, West Office Building. This event is a skills swap where staff and faculty are able to showcase their unique talents in areas outside of work.

Some of the auction items this year include: a one-year planetary membership to the Ontario Science Centre; a 10-piece Lagostina Ticino cookware set; a gift card to Harry Rosen; a private behind-the-scenes tour of the Allan I. Carswell Observatory for six people; guitar lessons; a spin class with your choice of music; a police ride-along; hand-blown glass ornaments; baked goods; prepared lunches for a week; knitted items; a photo shoot; teacup candles; original art; and much more.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

A Halloween Costume Event ran in support of the campaign

To date, the campaign has hosted:

• a Pancake Breakfast, which was attended by 108 people and raised $315. The Pancake Breakfast raffle winner was Colleen Robinson, administrative assistant in the Dept. of Anthropology, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies;
• a CN Tower climb, which had 11 student participants who raised $665; and
• a Halloween Costume Event and Jeans Week Event hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost, raising approximately $220.

For more information on the campaign, and how to get involved, visit the website.

York Cares United Way Campaign continues with silent auction Nov. 16 and 17

York University community members have come together to raise close to $80,000 in support of local agencies and programs through the 2017 York Cares United Way Campaign, which runs until Nov. 30.

Each year, the York U community comes together in support of the United Way, and this year’s goal is $185,000. Funds raised through the campaign benefit important local agencies and programs – some of which impact York’s programs and students directly.

Did you know that $500 provides funding and support for a week-long hot breakfast program for over 50 kids, and that $100 provides crisis and supportive counselling to a woman and her children who are survivors of domestic violence? Opportunities to make donations will continue through the month, with an upcoming Skills & Talents Silent Auction Nov. 16 and 17. Staff and faculty can make personal donations through a unique giving link that will be sent via email on the morning of Nov. 14.

The York Cares United Way Campaign Skills & Talents Silent Auction will run for two days, Nov. 16 and 17, from noon to 2pm in the Big Egg, West Office Building. This event is a skills swap where staff and faculty are able to showcase their unique talents in areas outside of work.

Some of the auction items this year include: a one-year planetary membership to the Ontario Science Centre; a 10-piece Lagostina Ticino cookware set; a gift card to Harry Rosen; a private behind-the-scenes tour of the Allan I. Carswell Observatory for six people; guitar lessons; a spin class with your choice of music; a police ride-along; hand-blown glass ornaments; baked goods; prepared lunches for a week; knitted items; a photo shoot; teacup candles; original art; and much more.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

A Halloween Costume Event ran in support of the campaign

To date, the campaign has hosted:

• A Pancake Breakfast, which was attended by 108 people and raised $315. The Pancake Breakfast raffle winner was Colleen Robinson, administrative assistant in the Dept. of Anthropology, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies.
• A CN Tower climb, which had 11 student participants who raised $665.
• A Halloween Costume Event and Jeans Week Event hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Academic and Provost, raising approximately $220.

For more information on the campaign, and how to get involved, visit the website.