Challenge yourself. Save lives.

Join a Heart & Stroke social fundraising challenge and help drive progress in the fight against heart disease and stroke. No matter which challenge you choose, your efforts will help us drive life-saving medical breakthroughs, advocate for better health, and bring together the brightest minds to improve diagnosis, care and support. 

What is a Social Fundraising Challenge?

Anyone can join one of our activity challenges and raise much needed funds for Heart & Stroke, while having fun! You can make each challenge your own by choosing one or a variety of activities and by completing your kilometres wherever and whenever works best for you or your team – complete your challenge at your own comfort level. Everyone is encouraged to fundraise, and there is no fee to join!

*Please note Facebook Fundraising Challenge functionality is only available in English at this time. 

Facebook challenges

Connect with other participants by joining the Facebook Challenge group, starting your Facebook Fundraiser, and connecting with us on Messenger, where we will guide you through the challenge experience and provide you with updates and fundraising tips along the way. We can’t wait to see how you reach your goals. 


31 Winter Kilometres Challenge 


Join the 31 winter kilometre challenge this December to help beat heart disease and stroke. You can move however you’d like - walk, run, snowshoe, or skate - whatever gets you going! Aim for one kilometre a day and make it a fun, achievable goal. Invite your friends, family, or coworkers and turn it into a winter movement for a great cause! 


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1,500 Squats Challenge 


Join the 1,500 squats challenge this December and raise funds to support critical advances that prevent heart disease and stroke, save lives and enhance recovery. Take it on solo, team up with friends, partner with your spouse, or rally your coworkers—make it fun, make it social, and get everyone moving to support the cause!


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Why participate?

Connect with other participants 

Join a community of Heart & Stroke supporters to share your story, offer encouragement and be inspired.

Make an impact 

Every dollar you raise will help us drive life-saving medical breakthroughs, advocate for better health, and bring together the brightest minds to improve diagnosis, care and support.

Get active 

Take on your challenge solo, with a friend, or as part of a team – whatever feels right for you. You set the pace and style that works best for your comfort and schedule.

FAQs

Got questions? We’ve got answers. Find your challenge below for the most relevant information.

Facebook Fundraising Challenges:

  • Who can participate in a Facebook Fundraising Challenge?

    Everyone is welcome! However, you must have a Facebook account to create a challenge fundraiser and then register in Messenger to log activity, create a team, and claim rewards throughout the challenge.


    Have fun and make the challenge your own! Get involved at your own level of physical comfort. We look forward to seeing your progress along the way!


  • Where do I do this challenge?

    Get moving to beat heart disease and stroke from anywhere in Canada to make every beat count.  Participation is flexible and on your terms, so complete your challenge where you want in the way that works best for you.


  • Do I have to complete this all in one day?

    Our challenges are designed to occur over the course of a month. Refer to your chosen challenge to determine the timeframe for your activity.

  • Can I complete the Challenge as a team?

    Yes! You can absolutely complete the challenge as a team. You will have to track activity individually in Messenger and create your own personal fundraisers.

  • Does someone have to donate through Facebook to my Challenge?

    Yes, they do!


    Unfortunately, we cannot link any donations received outside of Facebook to your challenge fundraiser. You may choose to have your supporter send you the funds directly, and then donate on their behalf to your Facebook fundraiser. If you are the one inputting a donation, Facebook will show the donation was made in your name. We recommend giving your friend a shoutout on your Facebook page by tagging and thanking them for their donation in a comment.

  • Will I receive a tax receipt for my donation?

    Yes, you will receive a tax receipt from Facebook (Meta). If you don't receive one, please contact Facebook Support here.    

  • Is it safe to donate on Facebook?

    Your payment information will be kept private and secure when you donate through Facebook. You can learn more about Facebook security and protection here.

  • How will you use the money that I raise?

    When you donate to Heart & Stroke, you are helping drive our mission to prevent heart disease and stroke, save lives and enhance recovery. Money raised through this challenge will support our research, advocacy and health promotion efforts. We truly appreciate all of your support! 


     

  • If I made a mistake while donating to the Facebook Fundrasing Challenge, how do I get a refund issued?

    If you made the donation through Facebook, you need to reach out to Facebook support. To do so, on your computer, open the form at the link below:


    Refund for a charity donation.


    1. Choose "I donated to a fundraiser."


    2. Choose "Refund for my donation."


    3. Choose the reason you're asking for a refund.


    4. In the drop-down, find the donation you want refunded.


    5. If your donation is not in the drop-down, you'll have to enter the payment ID.*


    6. Type a message about your donation.


    7. Click  "Send."


    After the form has been sent, a ticket will be sent to Facebook's support team. Check your Facebook support Inbox for a response.


    *To complete the form, you may need to find the payment ID for your donation. You can find the payment ID in the in-app confirmation from Meta.

  • I don’t see the question I want to ask here. Who can I contact to ask my question about Facebook Fundraising Challenges?

    Please reach out to our team through Facebook Messenger, and we would be happy to help.