Fundraisers
Annual Fundraisers
Bean North Coffee Fundraiser
TBD (November 2025)
The Bean North Coffee Roasters Fundraiser WGB while offering delicious, locally roasted coffee from one of Yukon’s most beloved roasters—Bean North Coffee Roasting Co. Ltd.
How It Works:
Swimmers and their families take pre-orders for a variety of fair-trade, organic Bean North coffee products. Order forms and details are provided byWGB when the campaign launches (typically November).
Place Orders & Collect Payment:
Orders are submitted through the club by a designated deadline. Payments are typically collected upfront via e-transfer, cash, or cheque—check instructions for the current campaign.
Coffee is Roasted Fresh & Delivered:
After orders are submitted, Bean North freshly roasts the coffee and packages it for pickup. A club-wide pickup day is scheduled (usually at the pool), and families then deliver their individual orders.
WGB Earns a Portion of Sales:
A portion of each sale goes directly back to WGB, helping support swimmer development, coaching resources, and club operations.
Swim-to-Silver City
TBD (January 2026)
Distance: 215.9 KM
The Swim-to-Somewhere-in-the-Yukon event is one of WGB’s biggest and most exciting annual fundraisers; a fun way for swimmers to challenge themselves in the pool while raising money to support WGB!
How It Works:
WGB coaches choose a destination somewhere in the Yukon, and the distance from Whitehorse to that location becomes our Swim Challenge goal. To "travel" the distance, swimmers are challenged to complete as many lengths as possible during a single session (1–2 hours), with goals tailored to their age and ability. Every length adds up—together, we aim to reach our destination as a team!
Collect Pledges:
Swimmers collect donations from family, friends, and supporters, either as a flat amount or per length swum. All donations are collected through the WGB pleadge sheet, which will be emailed to families prior to the event.
On the day of, swimmers come together at the pool to complete their swim under coach supervision. It’s energetic, fun, and full of team spirit—with music, cheering, and celebration.
Funds Raised Go to WGB:
A portion of each donation supports WGB’s development, but the majority goes directly to athletes' fundraising accounts. Reference the Account Credit Policy for more information
50/50 Raffle
April-May 2026
What is a 50/50 Raffle? In a 50/50 raffle, the total amount of money raised through ticket sales is split evenly: 50% goes to the winner 50% supports WGB programming It’s a win-win: you get a shot at a cash prize, and the club raises funds to keep swim programs strong and accessible.
Buy Tickets Online:
Tickets are sold securely through Rafflebox, a licensed digital platform. Your ticket(s) will be emailed to you right away.
Support an Athlete:
When buying tickets, you can credit your purchase to a specific WGB athlete. All tickets purchased on their behalf will count toward that swimmer’s fundraising obligation as part of their WGB account.
Pick a Package:
Choose from multiple ticket bundle options. The more tickets you buy, the better your odds—and the bigger the pot!
Random Draw:
At the close of the raffle, a winner is chosen at random through Rafflebox’s automated and fully compliant draw system.
Prize Distribution:
50% of the total jackpot goes to the winner 50% goes to WGB to help fund pool time, coaching, equipment, and more!