Frequently Asked Questions
Check out the commonly asked questions about hosting a Longest Table.
Hosting
When should I host my Longest Table?
The official date for The Longest Table is Saturday 27 July, 2024 but you can register a Longest Table event anytime it suits you until 31 August 2024. Once you set your date, start planning your event – order in pizza, host the ultimate picnic, book a restaurant table, or plan the ultimate dinner party! ‘
Where do I host my Longest Table?
You can host your Longest Table at home, your workplace, a restaurant, even online – the choice is yours!
Who pays for my Longest Table?
As the host, you cover the cost of your Longest Table or alternatively, you share the cost with your friends – it’s up to you!
What support do I get from The Longest Table team?
Our team is here to help you every step of the way! You will have access to a dedicated host manager and be sent regular emails with reminders and tips as you begin planning and then hold your Longest Table. You can get in touch with us at anytime via email at ContactUs@TheLongestTable.com.au, on social media or by calling our office on (08) 8244 1100.
What happens if I can no longer hold my Longest Table?
Instead of cancelling altogether, you might like to continue supporting cancer research without holding an event. Ask your friends and family to help you fundraise by making a donation to your fundraising page.
fundraising
How do I fundraise?
Fundraising is a breeze with our helpful resources!
Your online fundraising hub and host dashboard is here to help you at each step along the way, with helpful fundraising tips, useful resources, and fundraising tracking all in one place!
There are many ways you can raise funds, such as asking a cover charge to your Longest Table, holding a raffle or silent auction, playing games or simply asking your friends and family to donate!
Where do the funds I raise actually go?
Every dollar raised by you as a Longest Table host goes directy to life-saving cancer research through The Hospital Research Foundation (THRF) Group.
This is because our administration costs are covered by our commercial business activities.
As a Longest Table host, you can feel proud that all of your donation goes directly to fighting cancer.
If you are hosting your Longest Table outside of South Australia and have nominated an additional charity partner, THRF Group will grant a portion of your fundraising total at the end of the campaign to your nominated charity partner, who will direct the funds to lifesaving cancer research and patient care projects.
How much do I have to raise at my Longest Table?
Can I collect offline donations?
Yes - you will even find a cash donation box inside your Goodie Bag. There a few options to bank your offline donations:
Option 1: Make individual donations for your guests
Keep the cash and make individual donations on your own host page so your donors receive their receipt. Please note the same credit card cannot be used multiple times.
Option 2: Make a lump sum donation
Make a lump sum donation to your own host page which means no individual receipts will be given, unless you complete the Tax Receipt form provided in your Goodie Bag.
Option 3: Make a bank transfer or direct deposit
To ensure we can track the funds you have banked and allocate them to your fundraising total, complete the Offline Donation form provided in your Goodie Bag – bank details are on the form. If you would like an electronic copy of the form please email us on ContactUs@TheLongestTable.com.au.
Option 4: Donate in person
Drop into The Hospital Research Foundation Group office at 62 Woodville Road, Woodville SA with your completed Offline Donation Form.
Does the Longest Table provide tax receipts for donations?
The Cause
What charity does The Longest Table support?
With your support, The Longest Table raises urgently needed funds for cancer research through The Hospital Research Foundation Group to find new ways to prevent, treat and cure this heartbreaking disease.
We are partnering with charities across Australia who have a similar purpose; to help save more lives from cancer. As a host, if there is a participating charity partner in your region, you will be able to select an additional Charity Partner and elect a portion of your fundraising to this charity.
Where can I learn more about my impact?
As a Longest table host you can be proud that you are making a life-changing impact on the lives of Australians. Explore the stories of the people that you’re helping here.
Learn more about the life-saving medical research and patient care initiative you are making possible by reading The Hospital Research Foundation Group’s 2023 Impact Report, and by staying up to date with our latest news.
What charities have you partnered with?
This year, The Longest Table has partnered with Charlies Foundation for Research, CQShines, and Gold Coast Hospital Foundation.
As a host, if there is a participating charity partner in your region, you will be able to select an additional Charity Partner and elect a portion of your fundraising to this charity.
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