This Event is now Sold Out But DOnations are Welcome

Event Details

Come and celebrate with us at the Community Change Makers Gala, honouring Crafting for a Cure's founder Pamela Bielak.

Experience the tremendous energy of this event, complete with a silent auction for added excitement. Be sure not to miss this fantastic opportunity to be part of a truly inspiring event!

Admission Information

Individual Gala Tickets are currently for purchase. Donations are also welcome and will be recognized in our Gala Journal. Together, we can create brighter moments for those who need them most.

It is because donors like you, we are able to provide craft kits and creative outlets to brighter the days of countless children.

There are also sponsorship opportunities available. More details about sponsorship opportunities can be found here: Community Change Makers Gala Sponsorship Opportunities

Activities

There are 3 different activities you can sign up for. Choose one below.
Friday June 20 and Saturday June 21
In-Car Experience

A unique in-car experience. Rides are 10 minutes long, and each session includes three laps at speed in fully kitted racecars.

Rides can be book during any of the times below. Sign ups are on a first come first serve basis.

Friday June 20

Availiable ride times. Please sign up using the link below

10:00 a.m., 10:10 a.m., 10:20 a.m.

12:00 p.m., 12:10 p.m., 12:20 p.m.

2:00 p.m., 2:10 p.m., 2:20 p.m.

4:00 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 4:20 p.m.

June 20 Sign Up
Saturday June 21

Available ride times. Please sign up using the link below

12:00 p.m., 12:10 p.m., 12:20 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 12:40 p.m., 12:50 p.m.

1:00 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 1:20 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 1:40 p.m., 1:50 p.m.
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2:00 p.m., 2:10 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 2:40 p.m., 2:50 p.m

June 21 Sign Up
In-Car Experience Sign Up
Saturday June 20
Walk the Track

Experience the Thrill of the Track—On Foot!

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to run or walk on the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Grand Prix track! Spanning 3.957 km (2.459 mi.), this track features 10 turns and an 11-story elevation change, offering a one-of-a-kind experience up close. You can participate as a team, but please note that each team member must register individually.

Want to make a difference while taking part? Join the Track Run/Walk Pledge Program! By participating, you can help raise funds to provide craft kits and bring joy to children in hospitals.

Walk the Track Sign Up
Friday June 20 and Saturday June 21
Family Fun

There will be face painting, tie dying, and fun for the whole family! No registration required.

No registration required.

Admission Information

Individual Gala Tickets are currently for purchase. Donations are also welcome and will be recognized in our Gala Journal. Together, we can create brighter moments for those who need them most.

It is because donors like you, we are able to provide craft kits and creative outlets to brighter the days of countless children.

There are also sponsorship opportunities available. More details about sponsorship opportunities can be found here: Community Change Makers Gala Sponsorship Opportunities

Family Fun

There will be face painting, tie dying, and fun for the whole family! No registration required.

June 20th & 21st

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

N/A

In-Car Experience

A unique in-car experience. Rides are 10 minutes long, and each session includes three laps at speed in fully kitted racecars. Choose your time slot:

June 20th

10:00 a.m, 10:10 a.m., 10:20 a.m.

12:00 p.m., 12:10 pm., 12:20 p.m.

2:00 p.m., 2:10 p.m., 2:20 p.m.

4:00 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 4:20 p.m.

June 21st

12:00 p.m., 12:10 p.m., 12:20 p.m.,
12:30 p.m., 12:40 p.m., 12:50 p.m.

1:00 p.m., 1:10 p.m., 1:20 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 1:40 p.m., 1:50 p.m.

2:00 p.m., 2:10 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 2:40 p.m., 2:50 p.m.

Register for the in-car experience

Walk or Run the Track

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to run or walk on the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Grand Prix track! Spanning 3.957 km (2.459 mi.), this track features 10 turns and an 11-story elevation change, offering a one-of-a-kind experience up close. You can participate as a team, but please note that each team member must register individually.Want to make a difference while taking part? Join the Track Run/Walk Pledge Program! By participating, you can help raise funds to provide craft kits and bring joy to children in hospitals.

Thursday, May 1, 2025
6:00 p.m.
N/A
Register for Walk or Run the Track

Meet the Honouree

Pamela Bielak
My name is Pamela Bielak, and I am the proud founder of Crafting for a Cure, a registered charity dedicated to ensuring children have a positive experience during a hospital visit. While our efforts are focused across Canada, we are proud to have expanded our impact globally, donating to 8 countries and over 120 hospitals.

I am deeply humbled to share that, after more than 20 years of dedicated efforts to give back, I have graciously accepted the honour of being named Crafting for a Cure’s Community Change Makers Honouree for 2025. 

Our Impact

Crafting for a Cure has made a lasting impact on children worldwide:

603,591 Craft Kits Distributed
3,165 Volunteers
120 Hospitals
8 Countries
4 Programs
1 Mission

Pamela Bielak at a hospital visit
“Dear Pamela, we wanted to thank you for the lovely craft kits that are very popular with the patients in the hospital. We really appreciate all the organizing and work that goes into these kits. The patients are delighted when they receive a kit and even more excited when they see their finished crafts. These will provide hours of entertainment and distraction,” Suzanne Harms, HSC Winnipeg.
“We were delighted to receive the crafting kits and toys this year.  It is certainly a welcome gift for patients and does bring joy to them when they are here,” Kirsten Wilson, Whitehorse General Hospital.
“Hi Pamela, you’ve done it again! Thank you on behalf of QGH and the pediatric team. We are sincerely grateful for your kind and generous donation of the lovely packaged Craft-kits. Your generosity has a positive impact on the kids during their appointment with the pediatricians. The children are very excited to come to their appointments because they know they can look forward to receiving a gift. Your donations bring joy and happiness to our children. Therefore, YES, we want more. Thank you so much again for touching the hearts of the children of Iqaluit and the entire community,” Pediatrics Department, Qikiqtani General Hospital.
“I wanted to thank you so much for the numerous incredible craft packages you've dropped off to our unit.  We would be lost without them.   A great deal of our population lives below the poverty line and we see hundreds daily so any help we can get is very much appreciated. When you can offer a child something so fun to work on during their long and often frightening wait, it makes all the difference in the world.  These craft kits are a shining light in a stressful visit, and I think it helps the staff and parents just as much.  Trying to keep a child still for sutures, blood tests or Xray/ultrasound is a real challenge.  As soon as you promise a fun activity will follow, it changes the outcome. So, a very big thank you for all you have done and continue to do for our unit and so many others,” Tania, Scarborough Health Network.

2024 Changemakers Gala - Post Event Follow Up

Crafting For A Cure is proud to have raised 25K at our 2024 Change Makers Gala. Please take a look at the amazing individuals who made this possible.

Check out the 2024 gala
2024 gala honourees
Gala venue

Sponsorship Opportunities

Platinum Title Sponsorship: $20,000

As a Platinum Level Sponsor, your generous contribution will be recognized with the following benefits:

Event Title & Presenting Sponsor

Your name prominently featured as the leading supporter of the event.

Website Recognition

Listed as a Platinum Sponsor with your logo and web link on the Gala homepage.

Media Exposure

Corporate name included in our official media release.

Speaking Opportunity

A 2-minute speaking slot during the event to address attendees.

Social Media Highlights

Featured in 15 dedicated posts across our social media platforms.

Year-Long Recognition

Acknowledgment on all craft kit shipments for an entire year.
main stage.

Brochure Visibility

Featured on the cover of our table brochure and awarded a full-page
recognition in our digital brochure.

Post-Event Acknowledgment

Publicly thanked on all social media platforms after the Gala.

Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Gold Sponsor: Minimum Donation of $15,000

As a Gold Sponsor, your support will be recognized with the following benefits:

Website Recognition

Listed as a Gold Sponsor with your logo and web link on the Gala homepage main stage.

Craft Kit Acknowledgment

Recognized in 10 craft kit shipments throughout the year.

Event Seating‍

15 tickets, equivalent to 1.5 round tables or one large square table.

Brochure Visibility

Included in the table brochure with a one-page recognition in our digital brochure.

Social Media Highlights

Featured in 10 dedicated posts across our social media platforms.


Post-Event Acknowledgment

Publicly thanked on all social media platforms following the Gala.

Exclusive In-Car Experiences & Run/Walk Spots

6 spots in the in-car experiences and 12 spots in the track run/walk. Track times are subject to availability and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Silver Sponsor: Minimum Donation of $10,000

As a Silver Sponsor, your contribution will be recognized with the following benefits:

Website Recognition

Your name/logo will be displayed as the Silver Sponsor of the event.

Social Media Highlights

Featured in 5 dedicated posts on our social media platforms.

Event Seating

10 Gala tickets (equivalent to 1 reserved table).

Post-Event Acknowledgment

A public thank you on our social media platforms after the event.

Craft Kit Acknowledgment

Recognized in 5 craft kit shipments throughout the year.

Brochure Visibility

Included in the table brochure with a half-page recognition in our digital brochure.

Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Bronze Sponsors: Minimum Donation of $500

As a Bronze Sponsor, your support will be recognized with the following benefits:

Website Recognition

Listed as a Bronze Sponsor on our website.

 Brochure Visibility

Quarter-page recognition in our digital
brochure.

Event Seating

5 Gala tickets.

Craft Kit Acknowledgment

Featured in 2 craft kit shipments
throughout the year.

Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Combination Sponsorships

We are proud to offer a variety of combination sponsorship packages that provide extensive recognition and support across multiple levels. Each package includes a combination of event sponsorship, craft kit sponsorship, and hospital visits, allowing you to make a meaningful impact throughout the year.

Platinum Combination Sponsorship: $30,000

  • Platinum Gala Sponsorship.
  • Up to 4 Packing Sessions.
  • Up to 2 Hospital Visits per Month.
  • One Year-Round Sponsored Craft Kit.
  • One Seasonal Craft Kit Sponsorship.
  • Create a Custom Coloring Sheet to be included in every craft kit for one year.

Silver Combination Sponsorship: $15,000

  • Silver Gala Sponsorship.
  • 2 Packing Sessions.
  • One Seasonal Craft Kit Sponsorship.
  • 500 All-Year-Round Craft Kits.
  • 8 Hospital Visits.
  • Create a Custom Coloring Sheet to be included in every craft kit for one year.

Gold Combination Sponsorship: $25,000

  • Gold Gala Sponsorship.
  • 3 Packing Sessions.
  • One Year-Round Craft Kit Title Sponsorship.
  • ring Sheet for all craft kits throughout the year.
  • Monthly or 12 In-Person Hospital Visits.
  • Create a Custom Coloring Sheet to be included in every craft kit for one year.

Bronze Combination Sponsorship: $10,000

  • Bronze Gala Sponsorship.
  • 1 Packing Sessions.
  • One Year-Round Craft Kit Title Sponsorship.
  • ring Sheet for all craft kits throughout the year.
  • 5 Hospital Visits.
  • Create a Custom Coloring Sheet to be included in every craft kit for one year.

These combination sponsorships offer a comprehensive opportunity to showcase your commitment to improving the lives of children in hospitals while gaining significant exposure.

Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here

Thank you for considering a partnership with Crafting for a Cure. Your generous support will help us bring joy and creativity to more children and families. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our mission and for helping us make a lasting impact in hospitals.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Title Sponsor: Minimum Donation of $5,000

As the Title Sponsor, your generosity will be celebrated with the following exclusive benefits:

Become  A SponsorLearn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Gold Sponsor: Minimum Donation of $2,500

As a Gold Sponsor, your support will be recognized with the following benefits:

Event Recognition

Your name/logo will be displayed as the Gold Sponsor of the event.

Car Branding

Your logo will appear on cars during the June 20th event weekend.pments throughout the year.

Website Recognition

Your logo, with a link to your website, will be displayed as the Gold Sponsor on the event webpage.

Social Media Highlights

Your brand will be featured in 3 dedicated posts across our social media platforms.

Event Merchandise

Your logo will be printed on event posters and t-shirts


Post-Event Acknowledgment

A public thank you on all our social media platforms following the event.

Exclusive In-Car Experiences & Run/Walk Spots

6 spots in the in-car experiences and 12 spots in the track run/walk. Track times are subject to availability and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Become  A SponsorLearn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Silver Sponsor: Minimum Donation of $1000

As a Silver Sponsor, your contribution will be recognized with the following benefits:

Event Recognition

Your name/logo will be displayed as the Silver Sponsor of the event.

Website Recognition

Your logo, with a link to your website, will be listed as the Silver Sponsor on the event webpage.

Event Merchandise

Your logo will be printed on event posters and t-shirts

Post-Event Acknowledgment

A public thank you on our social media platforms after the event.

Post-Event Acknowledgment

A public thank you on our social media platforms after the event.

Exclusive In-Car Experiences & Run/Walk Spots

2 spots in the in-car experiences and 4 spots in the track run/walk. Track times are subject to availability and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Become  A SponsorLearn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here
Bronze Sponsors: Minimum Donation of $500

As a Bronze Sponsor, your support will be recognized with the following benefits:

Event Recognition

Your name/logo will be displayed as the Bronze Sponsor of the event.

Website Recognition

Your logo, with a link to your website, will be featured as the Bronze Sponsor on the event webpage.brochure.

Social Media Highlights

Your brand will be featured in 1 dedicated post across our social media platforms.

Event Merchandise

Your logo will be printed on event posters

Exclusive In-Car Experiences & Run/Walk Spots

1 spot in the in-car experience and 2 spots in the track run/walk. Track times are subject to availability and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Become  A SponsorLearn more about Sponsorship Opportunities here

Thank you for considering a partnership with Crafting for a Cure. Your generous support will help us bring joy and creativity to more children and families. We are truly grateful for your commitment to our mission and for helping us make a lasting impact in hospitals.

Sponsors

Thank you to the sponsors who are making this event possible. Your generous support and commitment are crucial to continuing our work and making a lasting impact.

Our Gold Level Donors

Babylon Decor
1
1

Platinum

Website
JBS Graphic Communications Inc.
3
3

Gold

Website
Cliq Creative
4
4

Silver

Website
Gold Standard Gluten Free Baking Corp.
6
6

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Website
Infinidiv Corporation
1
1

Gold

Website
Elaine and Sherwood Sharfe
5
5

Bronze

Website
Black Controls Company Inc.
5
5

Bronze

Website
Superior Events Group Inc.
7
7

Bronze

Website
Venu Event Space

Website
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Partners

These companies support our mission.

We are proud to partner with Infinidiv, a leader in innovative digital solutions. Their expertise in web development and design helps us create seamless, engaging online experiences. With a commitment to cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design, Infinidiv ensures our digital presence is both dynamic and accessible.

We are committed to making our website accessible to everyone. To support this, our website is equipped with an accessibility widget provided by AccessiBe, ensuring compliance with AODA standards. The widget offers features like keyboard navigation, text-to-speech, color adjustments, and more, empowering users to tailor the site to their accessibility needs.

We partner with JBS Graphics for the production of all our print materials, including those on our hospital craft kits. Beyond their expertise in print, they craft stunning designs and shape impactful marketing strategies that leave a lasting impression. In their words, “at the heart of our business is the belief that great design transforms brands.”

We thank Cliq Creative for helping us capture Crafting for a Cure most impactful events and moments. With over 15 years experience in the Toronto photography industry, they bring their winning combination of professionalism and personality to help us capture every single smile. In their words, “in a business like photography, the more that you smile, the better of a job we’re doing.”

Silent Auction

These companies are generously donating Tickets, Gift Cards, Passes, and more for our Silent Auction.
Ordella Designs
Fresh Paint Studios
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
Grande Cheese
Made You Look
Pillitteri States Winery
Holy Chuck
The Boulevard Club
Tapestry Opera
Swarovski
SousLa
Rock Oasis
Medieval Times
Larch Wood Canada
King's Court Estate Winery
Rocket Cycle
Park Hyatt Toronto
Glow Zone 360: Active Entertainment
Fort Henry
The Fitzroy: Dress Rental Magic
Downtown Winery
Deb's Dips
City Cruises by Hornblower
Caudalie
Angus Glen Golf Club
Aches Away Toronto
Centre Street Deli
Maker
Aloft Hotels
Snow Valley Edmonton
Mysteriously Yours Mystery Dinner Theatre
1000 Islands Cruises
Air Riderz
Casa Loma
Hub Climbing Fitness Yoga
St. Lawrence Parks Commission
Teaching Winery, Brewery, Distillery and Cidery
Rise Cycle
Sweat & Tonic
The Circus Fix
DOUBL
Canada Aviation and Space Museum