Ways to Give

There are a number of ways that you can support the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.

Make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor

Your donation contributes to reconciliation in Canada by supporting the development of resources for DWF programs such as Legacy Spaces, Legacy Schools, reconciliACTIONs and events that serve to bring Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities together.

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Special Occasion Giving

Hosting an event? Celebrating a special occasion? Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah, graduation, or wedding, integrating a fundraiser into your special day is a meaningful way to give back. It’s easy to do!

Instead of gifts, ask attendees to give a donation to DWF. Or, for an event such as a wedding, advise your guests that you have made a donation in lieu of favours.

Host a Fundraiser

Hosting a fundraiser is easy to do! With a few simple steps, you can set your goal and share your fundraiser with friends and family.

Click here to get started!

Third-Party Fundraising

Third-party fundraisers provide an opportunity for all Canadians to commit a reconciliACTION while supporting DWF and our programs. DWF encourages all forms of fundraisers, from auctions to events and beyond.

Fill Out Third-Party Fundraiser Form

Gift of Securities

A gift of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other securities is a convenient way to support the continued journey towards reconciliation.

The benefits of giving a gift of securities include:

You do not have to pay a capital gains tax
You will receive a tax receipt for the full fair market value of the donated securities
You can use your tax credit in the year of your gift, or carry it forward 5 years.

Learn more about Gifts of Securities here.

To make a gift of securities, please follow these two easy steps:

Complete the DWF Gift of Securities Form and email it to angela@downiewenjack.ca
Instruct your broker to transfer the shares to the DWF account

A tax receipt will be issued after the closing date of the sale of the shares and will be for the value of closing price on the date DWF receives the security. To ensure timely processing, we kindly request that donations be made prior to December 15, 2023.

Gifts of Securities Form

Will Bequests

When creating or updating your will, remembering DWF is a powerful way to have lasting impact. Benefits to leaving a bequest in your will include:

Your estate will receive a tax receipt which may be used to lower estate taxes.
You can make a larger gift than you might otherwise be able to do
No cost to you during your lifetime
It’s easy to do

View Sample Wording For Your Bequest

Let us know of your wishes.

We welcome the opportunity to thank you, but also to discuss the impact your gift will make. For immediate assistance, please contact angela@downiewenjack.ca.

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The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund

Registered Charity Number: 784055915RR0001

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About DWF

Inspired by Chanie’s story and Gord’s call to build a better Canada, the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Our goal is to improve the lives of Indigenous people by building awareness, education, and connections between all peoples in Canada.

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E-mail: staff@downiewenjack.ca
Toll-free: 1-833-666-2414
Local: 519-964-0393

Address:
PO BOX 749
OHSWEKEN, ON
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