Running Your Event

• When should we hold our Call To Arms?
• Why do I have to register the club?
• How do I register the club?
• How do we fundraise for the event?
• Where does the money go?
• What is included in the Club Champion kit?
• What do I need to do after the event? 
• What if the club cannot register but want to contribute?
• What if I lose the deposit slip?
• We held a Call To Arms but did not register, what now?
• What professional games can I attend that are supporting Call To Arms?

When should we hold our Call To Arms?

You can hold your event anytime, remember to give yourself enough time to prepare.  Top of the page.

Why do I have to register the club?

You need to register your club so that we can give you a kit of all you need to ensure your event is a success. Top of the page.

How do I register the club?

It’s easy! Simply register online      Top of the page.

How do we fundraise for the event?

Visit the fundraising ideas page for all the fundraising tips you’ll need. Top of the page.

Where does the money go?

By joining in Call To Arms, you'll help save the lives of men across Australia. Every dollar raised funds the Cancer Council’s:

• Life-saving cancer research
• Education programs to reduce the number of men that get cancer
• Support services for men facing tough times.    Top of the page.

What is included in the Club Champion kit?

Everything you need to get you started!  The Club Champion kit includes enough yellow armband tape for your club's players, money collection boxes, an information and resource booklet, promotional posters and healthy living posters. Top of the page

What do I need to do after the event? 

1. Thank your club and guests for attending and let them know how much was raised.

2. Send us the funds raised. You can do this by:

• Using your credit card to enter cash donations onto your Club Page totals
• Depositing cash and cheques directly in the bank using the slip provided
• Sending a cheque/money order made out to Cancer Council

3. Celebrate your success!  Top of the page.

What if the club/I cannot register but want to donate?

If your club is unable to host a Call To Arms but would like to contribute to the cause you can make an online donation by clicking on Donate  Top of the page.

What if I lose the deposit slip?

A unique deposit slip is provided in each Club Champion kit. It is important that you use this deposit slip so we can track the amount banked back to you as a host. If you lose your deposit slip, call the Cancer Council on 1300 65 65 85 so another deposit slip can be mailed to you.  Top of the page.

We held a Call To Arms but did not register, what now?

If you have held a Call To Arms without registering you will need to call the Cancer Council on 1300 65 65 85 and register your details with us now.  We will then send you information advising how to bank your funds to ensure your money goes to the right place. Top of the page.

What professional games can I attend that are supporting Call To Arms?

To see which professional teams are playing a match and supporting Call To Arms near you click here and select your state.

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