Fundraising Events

Throughout the year, the Society hosts several special events to raise funds for support and education programs. Our events offer participants two rewards. You can come out and have some fun, while at the same time, financially support our much-needed services.

21st Chocolate Lovers' Luncheon (click here for poster)

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Sunday May 6th 2012 we are holding our 21st Chocolate Lovers' Luncheon at the Ajax Convention Centre. For $50 a ticket you will enjoy the following:
  • gourmet lunch including dessert buffet
  • entertainment featuring local comedians Neil Crone and Kevin Frank
  • we welcome back our emcee Dan Carter (author and international speaker)
  • live and silent auction
  • raffle and door prizes
  • live music

Whiskey Johns Fundraiser Friday March 30th 2012

Thank-you to Whisky Johns, and all who helped raise $1,650 for the ASDR! The event was in support of ASDR but in loving memory of Mrs. Sarah Raucamp and Mrs. Lucia Carvalho. A special thanks to all the sponsors and donators: SAIL, Mega Tan, P.J's Restaurant, Captain George's, Jewellery by Saunders, Oshawa Generals, Thermos, Lonestar, Fred Gillespie, Jewellery by Paula Coverly, Colleen Boyd, Nirmala Allen, Q107 Swag and Sarah Crossman.

Walk for Memories Sunday January 29th 2012

A huge thank you goes out to all who helped raise over $30,000 at Alzheimer Durham's Walk for Memories 2012 in support of individuals and families who are affected by Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. Visit our Walk for Memories webpage to see photos and more!     

Perk Up Your Coffee Break 2012

Coffee Break is a national fundraiser held each fall. The Society is always looking for new hosts to participate in the event. The event is easy to host and is flexible to suit your needs. You can host a Coffee Break as part of a staff dress down day, an afternoon tea, parent-teacher night events or in so many other ways. All promotional materials are provided. To learn more, contact our office.

Visit Coffee Break page to learn more about Coffee Break!


Durham North Forget Me Not Walk

Thank you to all who joined us on Sunday October 16th, 2011 for the 5th Annual Durham North Forget Me Not Walk at the lovely Wooden Sticks and Countryside Preserve in Uxbridge. 

To see the results and photos from October 2011, please Click Here


Host an Event of Your Own

Events can be planned by individuals or businesses and are supported by Alzheimer Society Durham Region. For example, a golf tournament or a barbecue can be organized and the proceeds can go to the Society. We will promote the event through the media, and lend our name, logo and banner. Click here for Third Party Events page.

If you, your company, or social club is planning an event, you can help by naming Alzheimer Society Durham Region as your charity of choice. Please feel free to contact our office at 905-576-2567 for more information or e-mail us.

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Fundraising Events

Throughout the year, the Society hosts several special events to raise funds for support and education programs. Donations/pledges for the individual events can be made online by clicking on the DONATE icon at the top of the webpage.

Upcoming Events

  • Chocolate Lovers' Luncheon
  • Perk Up Your Coffee Break
  • Wine Tasting Event
  • Durham North Forget Me Not Walk
  • Walk for Memories
  • Host an Event of Your Own!

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