Getting Creative With Your Fundraising Approach
Put the Fun in Fundraising
Get creative and make your fundraising experience enjoyable! There are so many ways to raise money for the Support-A-Walk—choose something that fits your personality and have fun with it. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Host a Gathering
Love bringing people together? Host a fundraising event! Whether it’s a cocktail party, sports tournament, pancake breakfast, or something totally unique, turn your gathering into a meaningful cause. Encourage your guests to make a donation to your Support-A-Walk fundraiser as part of the event.
Challenge Yourself & Others
Social media challenges are a fun and effective way to raise awareness and funds (remember the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge?). Create your own! Try something outside your comfort zone—whether it’s healthy, daring, or just plain silly.
Walk 30 minutes a day, take a daily cold plunge, or commit to a 30-day wellness challenge. Share your journey on social media, explain your “why,” and include a link to your fundraising page. Don’t forget to invite others to join in!
Make It a Gift
Celebrating a special occasion like a birthday, anniversary, or retirement? Consider asking friends and family to donate to your fundraising page in lieu of traditional gifts. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate while making a difference.
| REMINDER: We appreciate you and we are hear to help! If you need any assistance or have any questions regarding your Support-A-Walk fundraising page, you can email walk@supportconnection.org or call our office at 914-962-6402. For additional information, visit www.supportconnection.org/support-a-walk |
Maximizing Your Impact
Stay on Track & Reach Your Goal
Worried about reaching your fundraising goal? Don’t be! Your fundraising page will remain active through December 31, so there’s still plenty of time to keep the momentum going. Even after the Support-A-Walk on October 4, supporters can continue to donate to your page.
Here are a few tips to help you maximize your impact:
Keep Your Donors Updated
Stay connected with your supporters by sharing updates on your progress. Whether through email or social media, letting donors know how close you are to your goal keeps them engaged and reminds them that their support truly matters.
When donors see the impact they’re making, they often feel more invested—and may even choose to give again!
Example:
“Hello everyone! Thank you so much for your incredible support in helping me work toward my goal of raising $3,000 for Support Connection’s 30th Annual Support-A-Walk. I’m now just $___ away from reaching my goal!”
Suggest a Donation Amount
Sometimes people want to give but aren’t sure how much. Offering a suggested amount can make it easier to decide—and can add up quickly!
For example, if 10 friends each donate $20, that’s $200 raised. You might also suggest $30 donations in honor of Support Connection’s 30th Annual Support-A-Walk. A simple guideline can encourage participation and even inspire larger contributions.
Keep going—you’re making a meaningful difference every step of the way!
Commonly Asked Questions About Fundraising:
Got questions about donating and fundraising? Consider check out some helpful FAQs here.