$44,903149%Goal:
$30,000
Ingersoll
Hosted by United Way Oxford - Ingersoll
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Join us on February 24, 2024 - team up, fundraise, walk, and take a moment to look closer... because it’s cold out there.
Community Sponsors
Ingersoll (United Way Oxford - Ingersoll) is super grateful for our fantastic 2024 sponsors! View all sponsors >
2024 CNOY Photos
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About United Way Oxford - Ingersoll
United Way Oxford’s Ingersoll CNOY Committee invites you to walk with us on Feb. 24th to help local individuals & families experiencing homelessness, hurt & hunger with all funds invested to support & enhance Ingersoll services.
Walk to support vital basic needs programs in Ingersoll such as the Mobile Outreach Bus, housing outreach, mental health counselling, food security, as well as access to the Light House and Huron House transitional housing programs that provide safe housing & wrap-around supports delivered by the Oxford County Community Health Centre. Homelessness impacts many, from those sleeping on the streets, in shelters, couch-surfing, staying in unsafe conditions or struggling to remain housed; a variety of services & partnerships are required to make a positive impact.
Walk to help our community members who need help to get through a difficult time. Walk to prevent homelessness in Ingersoll by ensuring targeted interventions & programs are available to keep people safe & housed. Walk to invest in local well-being services that address the complex needs necessary to move people forward to a better future filled with stability, hope & opportunity.
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 24, 2024!
Local Details
Parking
Parking is available on-site at the Fusion Youth Centre. Overflow parking is available at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Rest Stop
Tim Horton's will be providing rest stop refreshments and snacks. Rest stop will be set up at the gazebo downtown.
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2025!
Not able to join us in person at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and walk offsite with friends and family.
Route Details
- Route Distances: Check out the maps below to see where we will be walking.
- Rest stop: Keep an eye out for opportunities to rest and refresh with yummy snacks along the route.
- Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold blue CNOY signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers provide support along the route.
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at the Coldest Night of the Year except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >
Check-In
- All walkers participating at the Main Event on Saturday, February 24, 2024 must check-in upon arrival.
- Toques! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toque as a thank you on event day, while supplies last.
- Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange toque pickup the week of the event.
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Handling Money
- Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the CNOY Head Office.
- Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to Coldest Night of the Year with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to CNOY Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
- Cash: You have 2 options:
- 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
- 2. Write a cheque (made out to “Coldest Night of the Year”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the CNOY Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.
Waivers
All participants must register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children under 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before CNOY Day.
- You may also bring a filled-out printed waiver.
- Waivers will also be available at check-in on CNOY Day.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking
- Warm coat and mitts/gloves
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!
Contact Us
CNOY Ingersoll 2024
The CNOY Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email ingersoll@cnoy.org