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What is the Grate Groan-up Spelling Bee Fundraiser?

The Friends of the Library are excited to be presenting the 15th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee in support of Georgina Public Library!

Udora Community Hall
Friday, June 2
6:00 p.m. 

This is a true community event bringing together residents, volunteers, local businesses, non-profit organizations, politicians, friends and family, all in support of a true community resource, our libraries. We have been so privileged to receive such wonderful support from the Georgina business community and we hope to continue sharing that generosity with the residents of Georgina. We have been able to purchase a 3D printer, three digital display boards, film licenses for movie screenings, green screens and lights, robotics, funding for special events and much more – all possible through funds raised at this fun event!

  • It costs $250 for a team of three, which includes buffet dinner and gift bag for each team member.
  • This can be paid by the team or you can find sponsors to cover the cost.
  • You can reserve tickets for cheerleaders at $40.00 per person.
  • Some sponsorship levels include more tickets and advertising (see below).
  • How can I become involved?
  • Complete the Team Entry Form and fax  or return it to any library location. 
  • Payment may be made at any library location with proof of Team Entry.

Drop in to any library location and Service Desk staff will help you. 
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Learn more about how you can help.

The Friends of Library hosts fundraisers throughout the year. Interested in volunteering with us? Contact Lynn McKinley for more details.

Thank you to our generous sponsors and teams.

 Why do we do it?

  • To promote literacy in our community.
  • To bring people together for a fun night to celebrate the library
  • To help the library raise funds for extra items that improve the Library
  • To help the library fund events, technology, and improvements to the community space

How do I get on a team? 

  • The $250.00 entry fee includes entry of one team of three into the Spelling Bee, buffet dinner, and gift bag for each team member.
  • The entry fee can be paid by the team or you can find sponsors to cover the cost.
  • You can reserve tickets for cheerleaders at $40.00 per person.
  • Some sponsorship levels include more tickets and advertising.
  • Complete the Team Entry Form online, fax, or return the form to any of our locations.
  • Payment made be made at any library location with proof of Team entry.
  • Tax receipts for Team Entries that are paid by cheque are sent to the person and address listed on the cheque.

What if I can't find other team members?

You can let us know that you are interested in joining a team in case another team is short a member. 

What if my team can't find a sponsor or raise enough money? 

  • We may be able to help you find a partial sponsor to top up the money you have raised. 
  • We help find sponsors for non-profit organizations. 

Can I just come to watch? 

  • Absolutely. You can buy a ticket for $40.00 at any library location. You can even tell us at which Team's table you would like to sit.
  • Tickets include buffet dinner, dessert, coffee/tea and a door prize ticket.

Where do I get tickets?

  • You can buy your ticket at any of our library locations.
  • Tickets are $40.00 per person. 
  • Tickets are not available at the door on the night of the Spelling Bee.
  • We accept cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard or cheques payable to Georgina Public Library.

How do I sponsor a team?

  • Check out the different levels of sponsorship (see below).
  • How to become a sponsor. Fill out the Sponsor form and email the completed form by email to Lynn McKinley.
  • Please ask us about other ways to pay. 

What levels of sponsorship are there?

Bee Hive Sponsor ($1000.00)
Ideal sponsorship opportunity for businesses

  • Automatic entry of one team for the Bee OR the entry of non-profit team(s)
  • Team Supporter tickets
  • 1/2 page ad in the Bee program
  • Recognition and promo at publicity events
  • Promotion on Library website and social media platforms
  • Verbal call out and thank you at the Bee

Worker Bee Sponsor ($500.00) 
Perfect team-building opportunity

  • Automatic entry of one team of three for the Bee
  • Team Supporter tickets
  • Name in Bee program
  • Promotion on Library website and social media platforms
  • Verbal call out and thank you at the Bee

Honeycomb Sponsor ($250.00)
Great way to support Georgina Public Library

  • Sponsorship of one non-profit team  of three for the Bee
  • Name in Bee program
  • Promotion on the Library website and social media platforms
  • Verbal call out and thank you at the Bee

Bee Keeper Sponsor ($125.00)
A sweet deal including:

  • Name in Bee program
  • Promotion on the Library website and social media platforms
  • Verbal call out and thank you at the Bee

Please make cheques payable to Georgina Public Library. For more information, please contact Bobbi Sabatini or by phone at 647-278-0083 or Lynn McKinley for more information. 

For full details, check out our Sponsorship Opportunities.

How do I contribute to the Silent Auction?
  • Drop off your item at any library location. Fill out the Silent Auction Donation form and submit completed form by email to Lynn McKinley. 
  • We will need to know your name, business name, contact information, and value of your item.

Questions?

  • Drop into any of our library locations and circulation staff will help you.
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