Team Captain Registration Instructions – Bowl for Kids Sake 2017
REGISTERING YOUR TEAM
(NOTE: If you are receiving this in response to your registration, this is already done!)
- CLICK HERE
- Select Join a Team
- Follow the prompts to enter in your details
- Add a personal message, photos or videos
- Once your page is set – here is how you garner donations and add members to your team…
HOW TO MANAGE YOUR TEAM PAGE
- Click on your name at the top right corner
- Click Edit My Team
1. General Tab
- This is where you can change your team name, add a team photo and message about why you and
your team are hitting the lanes.
- Are you a past or present Volunteer Mentor, Client, Parent, Board Member or Member? Have you
benefited from the programs and services offered by Big Brothers Big Sisters? Use this space to tell
your supporters about your personal connection with Big Brothers Big Sisters and/or why you are
participating.
Sample Template – Team Information Page
Hi there - Welcome to <INSERT TEAM’S NAME> Fundraising Page!
We are pleased to be participating in Tim Horton’s Bowl for Kids Sake 2017. We’re bowling to support Big Brothers Big
Sisters and all the great work they do in Hamilton and Burlington. Each year, the agency creates over 1,600 friendships and
mentoring relationships for local youth in need. The results are life-changing. Mentors help kids build confidence and selfesteem, aspire to do great things, and reach their full potential.
Your visit to our page means one of two things…
1. You want to come out and join us on the lanes - Please do – the more the merrier! Just click on our team name and
then the “Join Team” link above and let’s hit the lanes.
2. You are interested in donating towards our fundraising goal - Thank you! No amount is too little. All donations and
generosity are most appreciated. Every dollar makes a huge difference.
Every dollar raised at Bowl for Kids Sake will help support local youth and mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Hamilton and Burlington. A change of shoes CAN CHANGE A LIFE.
Did you know?
Big Brothers Big Sisters has many programs besides the well-known one-to-one match. They have amazing programs
including: Group Mentoring, In-School Mentoring, Go Girls!, Game On!, Connections Project for newcomer youth and so
SOAR for boys who are waiting to be matched with their Big Brother. Each time Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs a child with a
mentor or introduces students to a group program, they start something. By participating in this event – WE are helping to
start something too!
Thank you for visiting and for your support!
2. Manage Team Tab
- This is where you can build your team and send them messages.
- Click on the most appropriate tab at the bottom right:
3. Invite New Members
o Send an automated team invitation: Click on “Invite New Members” tab at the bottom right, fill
out applicable information, select “Add” then click “send invites;” OR
o Copy the URL to send a customized email to people who you would like to join your team; OR
o Here is a template you can copy and paste using your personal email to reach out to your
contacts:
Sample Email – Team Member Invite:
Dear Friends – Please join me!
I’m lacing up my BOWLING SHOES in March, and here’s why …
I’m registered to Bowl for Kids Sake, and am raising funds to support Big Brothers Big Sisters and all the great work they do
in Hamilton and Burlington. Each year, the agency creates over 1,600 friendships and mentoring relationships for local
youth in need. The results are life-changing. Mentors help kids build confidence and self-esteem, aspire to do great things,
and reach their full potential.
I would love your support to help me build my team! I am looking for 5-6 awesome individuals who are up for the task of
raising a minimum of $100 each and joining me on the lanes on <Add your bowling date/location>.
Every dollar raised at Bowl for Kids Sake will help support local youth and mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Hamilton and Burlington. A change of shoes CAN CHANGE A LIFE.
______________________
WANT TO GET INVOLVED? I am looking for teammates. You can join my team or start your own by clicking HERE
WANT TO HELP, BUT NOT ABLE TO MAKE IT OUT TO BOWL? I would love your support to help me reach my fundraising
goal. Please support my efforts to raise funds for local youth and mentoring programs by using the link below. No amount is
too little. All donations and generosity are most appreciated. <Add your URL Link here>
Thank you so much for your support!
4. Facebook/Twitter
- Click on these links to share the details of joining your team and requesting donations on your social
media pages
5. Donations Tab
- This tab will keep a running tally of any donations received from the entire team.
- If you wish to enter “offline donations” – (ie. Money you are receiving via cash, cheque etc that you are
managing on paper pledge forms) your Team Captain may do this through the team portal “Add offline
donation” OR you may contact the Event Team at 905.525.3860 x0 or
[email protected] and we can do this for you.
6. Page Visuals Tab
- Here you can upload additional photos and videos that you feel will help build excitement for your
team and your efforts.
HOW TO MANAGE YOUR PERSONAL PAGE
- Click on your name at the top right corner
- Click Edit My Page
1. Managing Your Page - General
- Here you can write a compelling message letting visitors to your page know why you are supporting
the 2017 Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake Event
Sample Template – Personal Information Page
Hi there! Welcome to my Personal Fundraising Page
I am pleased to be participating in Tim Horton’s Bowl for Kids Sake 2017. I’m bowling to support Big Brothers Big Sisters and
all the great work they do in Hamilton and Burlington. Each year, the agency creates over 1,600 friendships and mentoring
relationships for local youth in need. The results are life-changing. Mentors help kids build confidence and self-esteem,
aspire to do great things, and reach their full potential.
Your visit to our page means one of two things…
3. You want to come out and join me on the lanes - Please do – the more the merrier! Just click on our team name and
then the “Join Team” link above and let’s hit the lanes.
4. You are interested in donating towards my fundraising goal - Thank you! No amount is too little. All donations and
generosity are most appreciated. Every dollar makes a huge difference.
Every dollar raised at Bowl for Kids Sake will help support local youth and mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Hamilton and Burlington. A change of shoes CAN CHANGE A LIFE.
Did you know?
Big Brothers Big Sisters has many programs besides the well-known one-to-one match. They have amazing programs
including: Group Mentoring, In-School Mentoring, Go Girls!, Game On!, Connections Project for newcomer youth and so
SOAR for boys who are waiting to be matched with their Big Brother. Each time they pair a child with a mentor or introduce
a group of students to a group program, they start something. By participating in this event – WE are helping to start
something too!
Thank you for visiting and for your support!
2. Managing Your Page - Images & Videos
- Here you can upload images, videos etc that will help you promote the excitement of the event.
3. Managing Your Page - Donations Tab
- This tab will keep a running tally of any donations received through your outreach.
- If you wish to enter “offline donations” your Team Captain may do this through the team portal OR you
may contact the Event Team at 905-525-3860 x0 or [email protected] and we
can do this for you.
4. Managing Your Page - Sharing Tab
- This is the tab that allows you to connect with friends, family and contacts to request support in
reaching your fundraising goals.
- Click on the appropriate “Social Media” button in green on the left to share your page.
- Copy the URL to send a customized message to your supporters; OR
- Here is a template you can copy and paste using your personal email to reach out to your contacts:
(Be sure to copy and paste the URL to your fundraising page)
Sample Message you can Share:
Facebook or Email:
Dear Friends – Please take a moment to read.
I’m lacing up my BOWLING SHOES in March. Here’s why …
I’m registered to Bowl for Kids Sake, and am raising funds to support Big Brothers Big Sisters and all the great work they do
in Hamilton and Burlington. Each year, the agency creates over 1,600 friendships and mentoring relationships for local youth
in need. The results are life-changing. Mentors help kids build confidence and self-esteem, aspire to do great things, and
reach their full potential.
I would love your support to help me reach my fundraising goal. Please support my efforts to raise funds for local youth and
mentoring programs by using the link below. No amount is too little. All donations and generosity are most appreciated. <Add
your URL Link here>
Every dollar raised at Bowl for Kids Sake will help support local youth and mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Hamilton and Burlington. A change of shoes CAN CHANGE A LIFE.
______________________
WANT TO GET INVOLVED? I am looking for teammates. You can join my team or start your own by clicking HERE
Sample Message you can Share:
Twitter:
A change of shoes can change a life. Please join me in supporting local youth & mentoring @BBBSHB #BowlForKidsSake: <Add
your URL Link here>
A change of shoes CAN CHANGE A LIFE, and that’s why I’m lacing up my BOWLING SHOES for @BBBSHB. Please support my
efforts: <Add your URL Link here>
I’m registered to #BowlForKidsSake for @BBBSHB & all their great work for kids #HamOnt #BurlOn. Please support me: <Add
your URL Link here>