What is Building Heart?
Building Heart is your annual chance to:
- Hear directly from Heart to Heart campers, alumni and families about the impact you've had on their lives and communities
- Learn what's been accomplished in the past year thanks to your support
- Find out what we plan to achieve in the year ahead with your help and partnership
This Year's Event: An Intercultural Iftar in support and celebration of Heart to Heart!
This year, Building Heart falls during a special time, during the holy month of Ramadan and just before Passover and Easter.
What is an Iftar?
Iftar is the evening meal at which Muslims break their daily fast during Ramadan. Ramadan is a month-long time during which Muslims fast from sunrise until sunset. It is a time of deeper spirituality focusing on the values of equality, compassion, humility, and generosity. The month is a time of togetherness in which families and friends often gather for Iftar and to spend time together. Ramadan is also a time of charitable giving.
Why are we celebrating Building Heart in this way?
Each year Heart to Heart alumni and their families gather for an intercultural Iftar meal. We believe that sharing and getting to know one another's cultures and identities is the necessary foundation for building solidarity across lines of difference. We just couldn't resist the auspicious timing of Ramadan, Passover, and Easter this year and are excited to bring a truly Heart to Heart experience to Building Heart for all of us to enjoy. Whether you join us in person or online, it will be an inspiring evening.
What is an Iftar?
Iftar is the evening meal at which Muslims break their daily fast during Ramadan. Ramadan is a month-long time during which Muslims fast from sunrise until sunset. It is a time of deeper spirituality focusing on the values of equality, compassion, humility, and generosity. The month is a time of togetherness in which families and friends often gather for Iftar and to spend time together. Ramadan is also a time of charitable giving.
Why are we celebrating Building Heart in this way?
Each year Heart to Heart alumni and their families gather for an intercultural Iftar meal. We believe that sharing and getting to know one another's cultures and identities is the necessary foundation for building solidarity across lines of difference. We just couldn't resist the auspicious timing of Ramadan, Passover, and Easter this year and are excited to bring a truly Heart to Heart experience to Building Heart for all of us to enjoy. Whether you join us in person or online, it will be an inspiring evening.
The Details
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In person event
The in person event will be held at Speducci Mercatto in Toronto. A delicious Italian meal will be served after breaking the fast at 7:43pm.*
Address
46 Milford Ave
Near Keele St. and Lawrence Ave. W.
Schedule
6:45pm - Doors Open
7:15pm - Program Begins
7:43pm - Dinner is Served**
9:30pm - Sad Goodbyes
Tickets
General - $175
Under 30 - $100
Sponsor A Ticket
Would you like to make an additional donation to subsidize a ticket to help more young supporters attend Building Heart? Simply add this ticket when you purchase your own. You will receive a full tax receipt for this contribution.
COVID-19
Community health and safety is our collective responsibility. If you are feeling unwell on March 29th we request that you join us online instead. We will be happy to provide you with a charitable receipt for the full cost of your ticket. If this is the case, please let us know so we can open a spot on our waiting list.
*Non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks will be available when doors open for those attendees who are not fasting.
**A space will be available for those who wish to pray following the meal.
Address
46 Milford Ave
Near Keele St. and Lawrence Ave. W.
Schedule
6:45pm - Doors Open
7:15pm - Program Begins
7:43pm - Dinner is Served**
9:30pm - Sad Goodbyes
Tickets
General - $175
Under 30 - $100
Sponsor A Ticket
Would you like to make an additional donation to subsidize a ticket to help more young supporters attend Building Heart? Simply add this ticket when you purchase your own. You will receive a full tax receipt for this contribution.
COVID-19
Community health and safety is our collective responsibility. If you are feeling unwell on March 29th we request that you join us online instead. We will be happy to provide you with a charitable receipt for the full cost of your ticket. If this is the case, please let us know so we can open a spot on our waiting list.
*Non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks will be available when doors open for those attendees who are not fasting.
**A space will be available for those who wish to pray following the meal.
Online event
We've been holding Building Heart as an online event for the past three years and are committed to ensuring that our supporters across Canada and beyond can continue to join this meaningful event. The online event will include all aspects of the in-person event with the exception of food and will run from 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm, EST. The link to tune in will be shared with you on March 29th.
Tickets
Household - $195
Single - $115
PWYC
We are committed to reducing access barriers to Building Heart. This year we are offering Pay-What-You-Can tickets to the online event with a suggested contribution of $50.
Tickets
Household - $195
Single - $115
PWYC
We are committed to reducing access barriers to Building Heart. This year we are offering Pay-What-You-Can tickets to the online event with a suggested contribution of $50.
Program book
Our program book will be available in both print and virtual editions and shared with our community of over 2000 people. Purchase a spot to share words of congratulations, encouragement and greetings, or advertise your business or organization.
Full Page - $1000
Half Page - $500
Quarter Page - $250
Business Card - $150
See here for full specifications and guidelines
Full Page - $1000
Half Page - $500
Quarter Page - $250
Business Card - $150
See here for full specifications and guidelines
Silent Auction
Join us on Mobilbid for your chance to bid on an amazing selection of items. Get your dream product or experience and support Heart to Heart at the same time - what's not to love?
If you would like to donate an item to the silent auction, contact us at auction@heart-to-heart.ca
If you would like to donate an item to the silent auction, contact us at auction@heart-to-heart.ca
HEART TO HEART CARES PACKAGES
The Heart to Heart Cares Package* comes with your ticket and includes a collection of Middle Eastern treats for you to enjoy.
*Packages will be delivered by our team of volunteers prior to the event (online guests) or distributed at the event (in-person guests). Unfortunately, we are unable to provide packages to guests joining online from outside Toronto.
*Packages will be delivered by our team of volunteers prior to the event (online guests) or distributed at the event (in-person guests). Unfortunately, we are unable to provide packages to guests joining online from outside Toronto.
Other Ways to Support
If you are unable to join us on March 29th, there are still ways to support Heart to Heart. Please consider making a donation, purchasing space in our Program Book, or becoming an Event Sponsor.
Sponsorship
Want to make a larger impact? Become an Event Sponsor at a level that's right for you.
Click HERE to download our full Sponsorship package.
Click HERE to download our full Sponsorship package.
Presenting Sponsorship
Presenting - $25,000
You will have the opportunity to support four youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
You will have the opportunity to support four youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Name or logo attached to Building Heart 2023
- Speaking opportunity during the event
- Virtual private meeting with the Heart to Heart staff and participants
- Dedicated recognition during event
- Dedicated recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Full page with premium placement in program book (printed and electronic)
- 6 event tickets
Gold Sponsorship
Gold - $12,000
You will have the opportunity to support two youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
You will have the opportunity to support two youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Virtual private meeting with the Heart to Heart staff and participants
- Dedicated recognition during event
- Dedicated recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Full page in program book (printed and electronic)
- 6 event tickets
Silver Sponsorship
Silver - $6000
You will have the opportunity to support one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
You will have the opportunity to support one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Virtual group meeting with the Heart to Heart staff and participants
- Dedicated recognition during event
- Group recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Half page in program book (printed and electronic)
- 6 event tickets
Bronze Sponsorship
Bronze - $3000
You will have the opportunity to support half the tuition of one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
You will have the opportunity to support half the tuition of one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Virtual group meeting with the Heart to Heart staff and participants
- Group recognition during event
- Group recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Quarter page in program book (printed and electronic)
- 4 event tickets
Purple Sponsorship
Purple - $1500
You will have the opportunity to support partial tuition for one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
You will have the opportunity to support partial tuition for one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Group recognition during event
- Group recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Quarter page in program book (printed and electronic)
- 4 event tickets
Friend Sponsorship
Friend* - $600
You will have the opportunity to support partial tuition for one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
*The Friend Sponsorship Package is reserved for small organizations with limited budgets. Contact us at buildingheart@heart-to-heart.ca to find out if it’s right for you.
You will have the opportunity to support partial tuition for one youth's participation in the Heart to Heart summer camp program and subsequent year of participation in all alumni program offerings.
You will receive the following:
- Group recognition during event
- Group recognition/promotion on Heart to Heart social media
- Recognition on Heart to Heart website
- Business Card page in program book (printed and electronic)
- 2 event tickets
*The Friend Sponsorship Package is reserved for small organizations with limited budgets. Contact us at buildingheart@heart-to-heart.ca to find out if it’s right for you.
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PRESENTING SPONSOR |
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Dr. Barbara Landau
In this video you will hear a message from our Presenting Sponsor, Dr. Barbara Landau, about why she chooses to support Heart to Heart.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
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PRESENTING SPONSOR |
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Dr. Barbara Landau
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GOLD SPONSORS |
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Ronda Bessner and Rob Granatstein
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Shelley and Mark Diamond
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Naomi Fromstein and Efrim Boritz
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Sarah Kraicer and Danny Melamed
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SILVER SPONSORS |
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The Azrieli Foundation
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Diamond Corp
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Diamond Family
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Janette and Michael Diamond and Family
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Karine Krieger
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The Shore Foundation
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Whitecap Venture Partners
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BRONZE SPONSORS |
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Sharon and Ron Baruch
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Crowe Soberman LLP
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Leslie Giller and Andrew Hoffman
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Harvey Hamburg and Paul Sabin
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Marianne Levitsky and Alan Meisner
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PURPLE SPONSORS |
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Sandra and Harry Aronowicz
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Barrday, Inc.
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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
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Debbie Michnick and David Tomczak
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Eileen Rakovitch
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FRIEND SPONSORS |
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Congregation Darchei Noam
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First Narayever Congregation
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JSpaceCanada
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Oraynu Congregation for Humanistic Judaism
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