STUDENTS FOR PREMMIES
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started
How do I get my school involved?
Complete a simple Expression of Interest form here. We'll be in touch to ensure we align the program with your school's unique characteristics and requirements.
Will I need to create / join a team?
Is there a registration fee?
Do students have to run?
No! It’s up to each person to decide if they run or walk the 14km distance. The City2Surf is a really fun, casual event.
Fundraising
Is fundraising compulsory?
Fundraising in the Students for Premmies program is optional. We encourage fundraising throughout the program because every amount helps give premature babies a better chance of survival.
What are the fundraising target rewards?
Students, parents and teachers will enjoy refreshments post-event at our perfectly located hospitality tent adjacent to the finish line. Get a massage, show off the new bling and cool off with JIVA drinks and Christopher's Cakes.
Students who raise over $500 will receive a variety of fundraising rewards aligned with healthy lifestyle and NSW Dept of Education policies.
What's the best way to fundraise?
The best way to fundraise is to start early, upload a picture to your fundraising page and write a personal story of your reason for participating in the City2Surf.
What is the money being used for?
In the last 12 months, we've been able to provide the following specialised equipment to our larger city hospitals with Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) and smaller regional and remote hospitals with Special Care Nurseries (SCNs), following a careful assessment of needs by our expert committee:
- Drager Babylog Ventilator VN600
- ECG Machine
- 2 x Video Laryngoscopes
- Baby Leo TN500 Incuwarmer
- Phillips Humidicrib
- GE Giraffe Warmer + Resuscitation Unit
- Babyroo RN300 Open Care Warmer
- 2 x Bilisoft 2.0 Phototherapy Units
- Lullaby Phototherapy System
- Ophthalmoscope
- 2 x Blood glucose point of care monitors
- Baby Roo Resuscitaire
- SLE 6000 ventilator
- 2 x Patient Cardiac Monitoring Units
- Kanmed Twin cot
- Multiple Calesca Waterless Warming/Thawing Devices
- GE Giraffe Carestation OmniBed
- Koala Video laryngoscope blades
This equipment will make a profound positive impact on premature babies born all over Australia. .
Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes, all donations of $2 or more are tax deductible for Australian tax payers.
How do my sponsors receive their receipt?
Your supporters will automatically receive a tax receipt emailed to them, when they make a donation online using your fundraising page. If you make a donation to kick start your fundraising when you register, the tax receipt will be sent straight to your email.
Can I make a donation even if I don't take part?
Yes! You can donate on any participant's fundraising page or make a general donation here.
General
Do you have social media tiles I can use to help my fundraising?
Yes, we have a number of social media tiles you can use here. Make sure you include a link to your fundraising page as well.
Where can I get help?
#studentsforpremmies
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