2020 MLSE Team Up Challenge Cancellation ?
After monitoring the progression of COVID-19 and considering the guidance and recommendations from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), The City of Toronto, and several other key event partners, MLSE Foundation has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 MLSE Team Up Challenge presented by Ford.
This decision was not made lightly, but was done with the health and safety of the incredible people who bring the MLSE Team Up Challenge to life – our participants, staff, vendors, volunteers and spectators as our top priority.
Thank you for your support, patience and understanding. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at mlsefoundation@mlse.com with any questions or concerns.
To read the full statement, click HERE.
What is my personal page URL?
A personal URL is a shortened link to your team or personal page that you can send to friends and family in emails. A personal URL will look like this https://events.mlsefoundation.org/team-up-challenge/ben.
Can a donor add a dedication message that appears in my fundraising honour roll?
When a donor makes a donation online, she/he can enter text to appear on the fundraising honour roll. This may be the donor's name, or it could be something like "From the whole Wolf family" or "In Memory of Aunt Cathy".
Can I make a donation to a team?
Yes. You can make a donation to a participant on a team or you can make a donation to a specific team.
Where should I mail donation cheques?
Please mail all cheques to the below address.
MLSE Foundation
50 Bay Street, Suite 500
Toronto, Ontario M5J2L2
Who should I make my cheque out to?
Please make all cheques payable to: MLSE Foundation .
Please make sure that in the memo it says 2020 MLSE Team Up Challenge and who the donations should be credited to.
How do I find a participant's personal fundraising webpage?
To find a participant's personal fundraising webpage, please click
HERE and begin typing the first or last name. Your options will display as you type.
How quickly can I expect an online donation to post to a participant's fundraising account?
Any donation made online should post immediately. If an online donation does not post within 5 minutes, please
contact us.
Are donations tax-deductible?
All donations are over $20 are tax-deductible and will receive a tax receipt.
Do all donors who mail their donations receive a tax receipt?
Any donor who mailed their donation and provided an address will receive a receipt via email once the donation has been processed. If you made your donation in installments, you will receive a receipt each time a monthly payment is processed.
Do all donors who contribute online receive a tax receipt?
Yes, anyone who donates online, in amounts of $20 or more, will receive a tax receipt via email.
What is MLSE Foundation 's Charitable Registration number?
A Charitable Registration number identifies MLSE Foundation as a non-profit organization in Canada. MLSE Foundation 's charitable registration number is 896114048RR0001.
How do I add a dedication when I make a donation?
When you make a donation online, you can designate what you want to appear as your recognition name on the participant's Honour Roll. This may be your name, or it could be something such as "From the whole Wolf family" or "in memory of Aunt Cathy."
How much does my team need to raise to participate in the event?
Each team is required to raise a minimum of $5,000, collectively. Teams who do not fundraise the minimum amount will not be permitted to participate in the event on Game Day.
Where do my fundraising dollars go?
All funds raised through pledges and donations will help MLSE LaunchPad achieve sustainable, wide-ranging social outcomes for youth facing barriers using a Sport For Development approach.
To learn more about MLSE LaunchPad, click
HERE.
What can I do if a cheque is written out to me personally?
Unfortunately we cannot accept cheques that have been personally addressed to participants. All cheques must be addressed to MLSE Foundation.
Can I mail in a cash donation?
It is not a good idea to send a cash donation in the mail. If you would like to collect cash donations, please download and print the
MLSE Team up Challenge presented by Ford - Pledge Form.
Please bring the completed pledge form along with all cash donations to the Event Headquarters on Game Day.
NOTE: In order for your donor to receive a tax receipt you must submit a pledge form with all of your donors information.
How quickly can I expect an online donation to post to my page?
Any donation made online should post immediately. If your donation does not post within 5 minutes,
please contact MLSE Foundation .
Can I enter a cheque online?
You can enter cheque donations as an offline donation.To do so,
login to your personal fundraising page and click the reports tab "Reports". Once on the reports tab, click "+ Offline Donation" on the right hand side of the page. Follow the prompts to complete the uploading process. The status of the cheque will be listed as "Pending" until the cheque is received and verified by the MLSE Team Up Challenge team.
Alternatively, if you would like to collect cheque donations, please download and print the
MLSE Team up Challenge presented by Ford - Pledge Form. Please bring the pledge form along with all cash and cheque donations to TUC Headquarters on Game Day. Please note in order for your donor to receive a tax receipt you must submit a pledge form with all of your donors' information.
A donor is requesting a Charitable Registration number; what is that and how can I get it?
A Charitable Registration number identifies MLSE Foundation as a non-profit organization in Canada. Many donors will request this number to validate their donation as tax-deductible. MLSE Foundation 's charitable registration number is 896114048RR0001.
Not all of my donors are showing up in the Honour Roll. Why?
As your donors make a contribution, they have the option of whether or not they want to appear in the Honour Roll.
Where can I find a list of the people who have donated to me?
Log in with your email and password to visit your Participant Headquarters page. Select "My Fundraising Report" on the left side. You will then find a list of all of your donors as well as a list of all donors to your team .
How can I send a thank you email to my donors?
It is very important to take the time to express your gratitude to donors.
To easily send thank-you emails to donors, follow these simple steps:
- Log in to your fundraiser dashboard by clicking the "My HQ" link in the top right
- Click "My Fundraising Report" in the left sidebar
- Locate the donor/donation you'd like to thank, and click "Send Email" (If the donor didn't submit their email address, this option is unavailable.)
- Type the message in the pop-up window, and click "Send Email"
Why am I receiving emails telling me that I've received a donation?
You are receiving these emails because we would like to keep you updated on your fundraising efforts. If you wish to stop receiving these updates, please login to your headquarters and edit your account preferences.
This year's MLSE Team Up Challenge presented by Ford will take place on Friday, June 5th, 2020.
Where does the event take place?
Cabana & Polson Pier (11 Polson Street, Toronto, ON, M5A 1A4)
What is the minimum age to participate in the event?
The minimum age to participate in the MLSE Team Up Challenge presented by Ford is 19 years of age.
What is the maximum number of people I can have on my team?
The minimum number of players that you can have on a team is 10. Note at least one (1) female and one (1) male must be on the playing surface at all times.
How much does my team need to raise to participate in the event?
Each team is required to raise a minimum of $5,000, collectively. Teams who do not fundraise the minimum amount will not be permitted to participate in the event on Game Day.
What do I need to bring to the event?
Must Have:
- Hockey sticks – minimum 3 per team
- Goalie mask or helmet with a cage – minimum 1 per team
- Goalie stick – minimum 1 per team
- Comfortable running shoes
- Government Issued ID (alcohol to be served on site)
- Debit and/or Credit Card
Nice to Have:
- Sunglasses
- Helmet
- Shin guards (soccer)
- Knee pads (beach volleyball)
- Back up hockey sticks
- Hockey blocker, trapper and goalie pads
- Turf shoes (soccer is played on indoor turf fields)
- Bathing suit and towel (Cabana pool will be open)
- Extra socks, undergarments & t-shirt(s)
Do we need to bring our own jerseys?
All registered participants will receive a Game Day jersey and pinnie in their registration kit. Registration kits will be available for pick up at the Registration Tent on Game Day!
How is the tournament structured?
Each team is required to recruit a total of 8-10 players. Each team will be scheduled one (1) game for basketball, hockey, soccer, beach volleyball & beach dodgeball against other teams in your pool. Each game will have two (2) 10-minute halves, with a 1-minute break in between. Twenty minute games will ensure players will get to show off their skills.
Each team is required to have at least one (1) female and one (1) male team member on the playing surface at all times.
Teams are given five minutes after the start of a scheduled game before the referee issues a forfeit. The Tournament Director has the option to reschedule a forfeited game if deemed necessary. If a forfeit occurs, the winning team will receive max points in point differential used in breaking ties.
All penalties are strictly enforced for all sports.
What is the tournament point structure?
The tournament winner will be determined by each team’s win-loss record (ranking will be based on total points). If there is a tie, the winner will be determined by points/goal differential. If teams are still tied after all point tiebreakers, the team with the most fundraising dollars will be crowned the MLSE Team Up Challenge 2020 Champion.
- Game Win = 4 points
- Tie Game = 2 point
- Loss = 0 points
Argos Challenge = max of 4 points
One (1) point will be allocated to each player’s team that participates in the Argos Football Challenge. Teams that enter a max of four (4) people in the Argos Football Challenge will automatically gain an extra four (4) points towards their total team score.
Is there parking available onsite?
Free parking is available onsite for all participants.
Will the event take place if it is raining?
The event will take place rain or shine. Should this change, all participants will be notified via email prior to the event.
Is food/drinks available at the event?
Food & beverages are available on-site and is complimentary for participants.
Can spectators attend the event?
Friends, family and/or colleagues (not participating in the event) are invited to attend this year’s this year’s MLSE Team Up Challenge with the purchase of a spectator wristband.
Spectator wristbands are $25, and include:
- Full access to the event
- 1 drink ticket
- Complimentary food & non-alcoholic beverage
Spectator wristbands can be purchased on Game Day at the Registration Tent located directed in front of REBEL (11 Polson Street).
