What is Read4BCHS?

Read4BCHS is a community-wide event that engages individuals of all ages and reading levels and reminds us that reading takes us to all sorts of places and connects us to new communities and friends!

Our annual Read4BCHS event inspires an appreciation of reading, all while raising much needed funds to support the youngest patients at the Brant Community Healthcare System.

It’s as easy as remembering the R’s – Read, Raise, Rewards!

There are great prizes to be won for the top fundraisers. And participants can record their reading during the event for chances to unlock rewards!

Who’s that bookworm?

The Read4BCHS bookworm’s name is Munsch!

In honour of the 5th anniversary of Read4BCHS we wanted to give our bookworm a name. Our 2023 event Top Group Fundraiser, Team MCA (Montessori Children’s Academy Paris), was asked to pick a name and they chose Munsch in honour of great American-Canadian children’s author Robert Munsch, and because bookworms love to “munch” on books!

Who can participate?

EVERYONE! School classes, community groups, sports teams, families and individuals are all invited to READ & RAISE. We welcome readers of all ages and reading levels.

How much do I have to read?

There is no minimum or maximum of books or minutes you have to read – you set your own goal and read at your own pace. Read anything that interests you – books, e-books, magazines, comics, storybooks, whatever you like!

How do I register?

To register for this year’s 6th Annual Read4BCHS, submit your individual/team’s name to Haidee Scheers at haidee.scheers@bchsys.org. Once you have submitted your team name, you will be provided with a five digit code to build your profile and dashboard on ‘Readformyschool’.

What are we fundraising for?

All funds raised support pediatric care at the Brant Community Healthcare System. When you READ & RAISE you are helping the youngest patients at the Brantford General Hospital during their time of greatest need. And all charitable donations made are tax deductible.

How do I get donations for my reading?

Share your Read4BCHS donation link with your social circle – family, friends, co-workers – and ask them to support you. Let them know you are reading to raise awareness and funds for pediatric care at the BCHS!

Is there a fundraising or reading minimum?

No! There is no minimum amount that you have to raise or read.

How do I log my reading?

To log your reading minutes and books read, visit the ‘Readformyschool’ website and/or app to record. All leaderboards will be visible to stay up to date with our overall reading raisers and reading champions. Please ensure you register with Haidee Scheers at haidee.scheers@bchsys.org to create your profile and begin recording!

What are the prizes?

• Weekly Prize Draws: For each 60 minutes read/1 book (weekly) you or your team will be entered for a chance to win our Read4BCHS surprise gift basket. Over the course of the BCHS Foundation’s 6th Annual Read4BCHS there will be three ‘Read4BCHS Surprise Gift Basket Giveaways’ taking place on Friday, February 7th, 14th, and 21st. Be sure to record your reading for a chance to win!
• Top Individual Fundraiser – grand prize is an Apple iPad 9th Generation in space grey.
• Top Fundraising Team – grand prize is a Pizza Party for yourself and your team and a $150 Amazon Gift card.
• Reading Champion– grand prize is an Amazon Kindle for the ultimate book lover!