Step 1 - Set A Goal
When fundraising, learn to "ask big"- asking for large donations means recieving large donations! The first step in "asking big" is to set your own goal high.
Step 2 - Develop A Plan
Make a list of everybody you plan to ask for support- family, friends, neighbors, colleagues, etc. (many participants use their holiday card list to develop a list of potential sponsors).
There are many different fundraising techniques that participants use to achieve their goals. Many have told us that they find a letter writing campaign extremely easy and successful. With the increase of computer availability, some participants have found it easier to collect pledges online. Go over your list and determine the best way to approach your potential donors.
Online Fundraising is free and easy! Here are a few benefits of using your personal webpage:
-
Customize your webpage to share your personal story of why you are participating - even add a photo.
-
Send a group email to all your friends, family & co-workers asking them to support you. -
Your donors can donate with a credit card or electronic check on our secure site waiting! -
Monitor your fundraising progress daily - by seeing who has donated to you online. -
As a Team Captain, use your page to monitor your members and fundraising progress.
Conduct A Letter Writing Campaign! Send an announcement of your plan to walk to friends, business associations, church members, family and old acquaintances. Don't forget company, organization and school newspapers.
Step 3- Start Fundraising
Collect contributions “up front”.Our veteran participants know that the easiest way to complete your contribution commitment is to get a check when your sponsor makes the commitment to give you a donation.
Send checks to the National MS Society regularly, and we will credit your account. Sending checks into the MS Society on a regular basis will reduce your wait at the registration line on the day of the Walk.
Make Checks Payable to: National MS Society
| 
