Become a Fundraiser

Make Every Mile Count: Join Our Fundraising Efforts

The Elm Street Athletic Festival isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about making a difference. Join us in reaching our $10,000 goal to support The Aware Foundation and _______.

You can fundraise individually or as part of team.

How to Start Fundraising:

Register for the Race: Sign up for the 10-mile, 5K, kids mile, or Survivors Walk. During registration, select
Set Up Your Fundraising Page: Create a personal or team page to start collecting donations.
Share Your Mission: Spread the word to friends, family, and colleagues. Every dollar counts!
Use Your Fundraiser Toolkit: Resources to Help You Succeed
- Once you register, you'll receive the following resources:
  - Shareable Digital Swag: Logos and other digital tools to share your fundraiser.
  - Editable Templates: Email templates, social media post templates, and video guides to help you use the tools ad share your story
  - Impact Statements: Facts about how your funds directly support the fight against brain cancer.
  - Support and News: Receive a Monthly Newsletter with features, tips, updates, and powerful fundraiser stories to inspire you!

Individual Fundraising Rewards

Fundraising on your own? Earn rewards by fundraising the following amounts:

$250 Raised

Get a special fundraiser sticker on your race bib
See your name on the Impact Wall
Thank you video from the race committee

$500 Raised

All of the $250 raised rewards
Elm Street Fundraiser Branded Water Bottle
VIP Packet Pickup with a dedicated, no-wait line

$1,000 Raised

All of the $500 raised rewards
Elm Street Fundraiser Shirt
Access to VIP Area on Race Day with Coffee & Snacks

$2,000 Raised

All of the $1,000 raised rewards
TBD Item
VIP Parking
Serve as an Honorary Race Starter

$4,000 Raised

All of the $2,000 raised rewards
Custom Engraved Award
Lead out the Healers, Heroes, and Survivors Mile
Invitation to the Official Check Donation Ceremony

Top Individual Fundraiser Awards

Special prizes and race day recognition will be given to:

The Top Individual Fundraiser
The Fundraiser with the Most New Donors
The Fundraiser with the Most Repeat Donors from Previous Years
Repeat Fundraisers (for consecutive years of supporting our cause!)

Team Fundraising Rewards

Fundraising is more fun with friends! Create a team and multiply your impact--and your rewards!

$2,500 Raised

The entire team gets a special fundraiser sticker on their bibs
Social media post recognizing your team's achievement
See your team name on the Impact Wall at the Race

$5,000 Raised

All of the $2,500 raised team rewards
Each team member receives a special team fundraiser shirt
Access to the VIP Area on Race Day

$7,500 Raised

All of the $5,000 raised team rewards
Tent, table, and chairs provided for team at the finish line
Team-Branded Mile Marker placed on the course

$10,000 Raised

All of the $7,5000 raised team rewards
TBD Item
VIP Parking (one spot per team member)
Team Invitation to the Official Check Donation Ceremony

The Top Fundraising Team will receive a Prize Pack and a Team Trophy recognizing their accomplishment.

Unlock the Fun

Your collective efforts will unlock hilarious challenges for the Race Committee! Watch the fun happen live on race day!

$1,000 overall fundraised: Amy, the Assistant Race Director, will wear a ridiculous item on race day. You get to vote on the accessory!

$2,000 overall fundraised: Brandon, the Race Director, will wear a t-shirt with a silly photo of himself to all race events. You vote on the photo!

$4,000 overall fundraised: Members of the Race Committee will perform a social media dance/lip sync routine. You vote on the routine they learn and perform!

$8,000 overall fundraised: Jason, the Cause Leader, gets a pie in the face. The Top Individual Fundraiser gets to do the honors, and you get to vote on the pie flavor!

$10,000 overall fundraised: Austin, the Race Announcer, paints his head. You get to vote on the design!