Fundraising & Incentives

Why Fundraise for Wheel 2 Heal?

Wheel 2 Heal (W2H) is a unique cycling fundraiser that raises money for Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation (ERHF).

W2H’s focus is on fundraising and supporting Eagle Ridge Hospital (ERH), as well as encouraging fitness and recreation in the community. The ride boasts a variety of routes for every ability and fitness level, including a mostly flat but challenging 100km ride and trail rides of 40 and 15 kms. Post ride, Celebration Plaza offers fun for the whole family including kid’s activities!

Did you know?

1 in 2 people living in the Tri-Cities are touched by the care given at ERH
On average, 70% of the Hospital’s new equipment is purchased with funds raised through ERHF

Your Hospital Needs YOU!
Healthcare is expensive…
Government funding covers the basics…
Yet there is a significant gap…
Your Wheel 2 Heal donations help fill that gap!

Our hospital delivers excellence because of investments from donors like you and events like W2H. It is because of this need that we require all riders to self-pledge or fundraise a minimum fundraising goal of $250*.

Help your hospital, Eagle Ridge, provide the best healthcare in your backyard.

Register today! What’s included:

Your choice of 100 km road ride (New route in 2016!), or 40km and 15km family trail rides – all are fun and scenic!
Cool event t-shirt
Post-ride snacks and refreshments
Fun training rides for all levels prior to the event
Post-ride Celebration Plaza with entertainment and vendor booths
Water stations and First Aid along the course
Bike Mechanics on event day
A clearly marked course with course marshalls throughout
50+ friendly volunteers cheering you on!
Plus! Savings at Cap’s Westwood Cycling including:
· 10% off parts, accessories and clothing
· 5% Rebate in the form an in-store credit on a purchase of a regular priced bike over $1000.

A tax receipt equal to your registration fee thus waiving your registration!
Mikeburger sponsored by Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual
One beverage in the Celebration Plaza Beer Garden
W2H branded item (item TBC)
Entered into the Spirit Prize Draw for the chance to win cycling equipment and more!

* Minimum fundraising for Adult participants is $250 and Youth (9-16 years) is $100. Tax receipts issued for all donations over $25.

Raise $500 & receive the above, plus:

A W2H branded item (item TBC)

Be a HERO! Raise $1,000 & receive the above, plus

An exclusive 2016 Hero Jersey (if reached by March 3, 2017)
Entered into the Hero Draws for the chance to WIN amazing prizes from our sponsors
Hero status & recognition!

2016 Jersey design below (2017 coming soon)

Fundraising Tips

Here are some quick fundraising tips. Need more? Email us! We’re here to help you!

Create your personal fundraising webpage by logging in and following the instructions.
Set a fundraising goal and share it with everyone!
Make a list of all the people you know and ask them to support you. Don’t be afraid that you are bothering people. You will be surprised how many people want to support the great things you are doing in your life.
Send personalized thank yous to those who donate to you.
Keep a print version of the donation form handy for people to donate at any time.
Ask your employer to match your fundraising.
Tell people that support you that once you hit a certain goal you will do something daring like shave your head or dress in a crazy outfit for a day.
Host a movie party at your house. Ask attendees to donate what they would have spent if they had gone to the movie theatre!
Add a line to your signature and let everyone know you’re participating in Wheel to Heal with the link to your personal fundraising webpage donate!
Tweet about it and follow @wheeltoheal for more fundraising tips and mentions
Don’t want to ask for donations? Write a cheque yourself and collect the tax receipt!

Do a Spin Promotion!

A Spin Promotion is a great way for you/your team to set up your bike at a local business and spin for donations. We can provide you with a pop up banner, bookmarks to hand out, and posters. Need bike trainers to keep your bike stable? Kelly at Westwood Caps Cycle can lend you some – [email protected]

Also, if you want some help or tips on how to do a Spin Promo – drop us a line, we can help!

Sample Social Media Posts to use to Fundraise:

Facebook Posts for Individuals to use:

Guess what! I’m riding in @Wheel2Heal for @EagleRidgeHospitalFoundation! I would love your help raising funds for the ride! You can donate at: [link to personal fundraising page]
Support me as I ride in @Wheel2Heal for @EagleRidgeHospitalFoundation. Donating is easy! Check out the link below: [link to personal fundraising page]

Twitter Posts for Individuals to use:

Support me as I ride in this year’s @WheelToHeal for @ERHF1! [link to personal fundraising page]
You don’t need to ride in @WheelToHeal to show your support for @ERHF1! I can ride for you – but first, I need your donations! [link to personal fundraising page]

Facebook Posts for Teams:

I’m riding in @Wheel2Heal on April 30th with my team [insert team name] to raise money for @EagleRidgeHospitalFoundation. Support us! Just follow the link below: [link to team donation page]
Support my @Wheel2Heal team, [insert team name] as we ride for @EagleRidgeHospitalFoundation on April 30th! Any help is greatly appreciated! Follow the link below for more info: [link to team donation page]

Twitter Posts for Teams:

Support my @WheelToHeal team by donating today at: [link to team donation page]
Join my team as we ride in @WheelToHeal to support @ERHF1. Learn more at: [link to team donation page]

Fundraising – How To:

The best way to fundraise for Wheel 2 Heal is through your personal fundraising page. When you register for the ride, you will have access to personalize your page and also email it to your contacts. We’ve created sample content to make this as easy as possible. If you have any questions about your personal fundraising page, please email: [email protected].
If you do any fundraising in person, here is the pledge form you can use. Wheel 2 Heal Pledge Form
All cash and cheque donations can be dropped of or mailed to: Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation ,