Fundraising Resources
Fundraising is the most important element of Challenge Walk MS. To get started fundraising for 2015, check out our tips below. Please note that all donations to the National MS Society are tax-deductible.
Fundraising is as easy as 1, 2, 3... Follow these simple steps:
Step #1 Know your networks
Use the Know Your Networks worksheet (pdf) to make a list of every person you know: the obvious (friends and family) and the not-so obvious (neighbors, acquaintances, alumni associates, etc.).
Step #2 Set your fundraising goal
Keep in mind that you will want an attainable goal and continue to increase your goal throughout the Challenge Walk season. Once you’ve settled on your goal, make sure log into your account and update it.
Step #3 Share your commitment and make a plan
You have created your donor list and set your goal; next comes what many people think is the hardest part of fundraising, the ASK. Tell everyone what you are doing the excitement is contagious and your story will inspire others. Articulate why you are taking on Challenge Walk. Your commitment will be the reason they choose to give you a donation.
Use these tools to continue striving toward your fundraising goal!
- Personal fundraising page: Did you know if you set up and actively update your personal page you can raise on average two to three times more? Set up your online personal page today! Use this guide to help.
- Matching Gifts: Many corporations have a matching gift program where they will match your gift. These matches can double, triple or even quadruple the amount of your gift. See if your company matches donations. If you have questions about matching gifts, contact us today.
- Fundraise through Facebook: We make it easy for you to set up automatic status updates and asks to your entire Facebook network with Boundless Fundraising. Log into your account to set it up today. Having trouble? Click here for a how-to guide (pdf).
- Community Events Calendar: Do you have a fundraising event coming up? Click here to post your event on our chapter website. Need a logo for an upcoming fundraising event or for a team T-shirt? Click here to download an official Challenge Walk logo.
