Fundraising Tips
Fundraising is easier than you think--asking is 99% of the battle! Most of your friends and family would love to support you, but if someone says no, don’t take it personally. Your goal is to get as many people involved as possible, so just stick with it. Any donation is a win!
- Set a goal and make the first donation to show you are committed.
- Ask friends, family, co-workers, or church members to walk with you and show your team pride along the walk route.
- Ask in a variety of ways. Common types are email, letters, phone calls, social media, and for a personal touch, visit family and friends to invite them to help your reach your fundraising goals.
- Don’t forget to send thank-you notes or emails to anyone who supported you through donations or prayers.
Graphics:
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Creative Fundraising Ideas:
- Ask your company or church to sponsor you or our team
- Ask someone to match every donation that you get
- Host a fundraising dinner, game night, neighborhood block party, or bake sale
- Ask your company to have a dress down day where everyone donates $10 to dress down
- Have a garage sale, used book sale, etc.
- Put donation collection jars out at local businesses, or your office lunchroom
Sample Email:
Hi _____!
I'm very excited to tell you that I'm walking in Tunch and Wolf's Walk for the Homeless to raise money for Light of Life Rescue Mission. Light of Life provides resources to the homeless and addicted in Pittsburgh. My goal is to raise at least ____. Would you consider supporting me through prayers or a donation?
To help me reach my goal visit my fundraising page here: _________.
To learn more about what Light of Life does, you can visit their website at: www.lightoflife.org or watch their short video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4s8EKMmDaE&t=264s
Thank you for your support!
