Student-led nonprofit · GTA & Massachusetts

Don't bide your time—
Bid For Tomorrow.

A student-led nonprofit giving young artists a platform while supporting youth physical and mental health across North America.


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Student Artists
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Artworks Created
100%
Student Directed
GTA & MA
Community Focus
Paint:
Our Mission

When youth compassion meets creative expression, small acts of kindness become lasting community care.

Bid For Tomorrow was founded on the conviction that high school artists have profound potential to effect direct change. Through public exhibition auctions, we connect emerging youth creators across the Greater Toronto Area and New England with our designated charity partner.

Our Sustainable Model

Every auction dollar is split 50/50. Half funds Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital — our sole beneficiary — and half goes directly to the student artist for continuing education and creative supplies.

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Creativity as Agency

Imagination is one of the most potent tools young people possess. We elevate classroom work into public exhibitions that command respect and financial impact.

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Direct Health Advocacy

Every canvas painted and every bid placed funds tangible pediatric rehabilitation resources at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.

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Student Leadership Right Now

Students curate our galleries, manage event operations, and direct community outreach — proving youth lead through immediate action.

How It Works

The whole process, start to finish — no fine print, no confusing steps.

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Students Create

High school artists from our GTA and Lexington chapters submit original work — paintings, drawings, mixed media, anything made by hand.

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We Exhibit

Selected pieces go up on our online gallery and at in-person events, with artist, medium, dimensions, and starting bid for every lot.

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You Bid

Anyone can register as a bidder — no membership required. Browse lots online or at an event and place your bid.

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Creativity Creates Impact

Half funds Holland Bloorview. Half goes directly to the student artist for supplies and education. Every sale is a 50/50 split.

Where Does the Money Go?

50%
Holland Bloorview
Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
50%
Direct to
Student Artists

Holland Bloorview is our sole beneficiary. Submitting artwork and volunteering are separate pathways — artists receive 50% of proceeds when a piece sells; volunteers may be able to have eligible activities verified through our Volunteer program.

Impact

Figures updated continuously as exhibitions and community outreach expand.

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Student Artists
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Art Pieces Created
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Active Chapters
Fall '26
Inaugural Auction
50/50
Charity & Artist Split

Events & Auctions

Browse auction lots, check exhibition dates, and submit early bidder registrations.

Our Sole Beneficiary

100% of Bid For Tomorrow's charitable proceeds go to Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, supporting youth health, rehabilitation, and inclusion.

Holland Bloorview
Pioneering pediatric rehabilitation hospital creating an inclusive world of belonging for children and youth with disabilities.
Learn more at hollandbloorview.ca →

Voices from the Community

Reflections from participating student artists, attendees, and coordinators.

Get Involved

There's more than one way to help.

Bid For Tomorrow is run entirely by students and volunteers, and every auction depends on people who show up — artists, bidders, organizers, neighbours. Pick whichever door fits you. If none of them quite do, just ask.

Not sure which one fits? Tell us a little about yourself and we'll point you in the right direction.

Fill out the interest form →

Frequently Asked Questions

Connect with Bid For Tomorrow

Whether you want to submit artwork, register as an auction bidder, volunteer, or discuss sponsorship, we would love to hear from you.

Greater Toronto Area, ON • Lexington, Massachusetts, USA

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