Hike for Hospice raises critical funds for individuals and families in need of end-of-life care, and your fundraising efforts make all the difference.  Your friends and family will be interested to know why you are participating in Hike for Hospice and it will inspire them to donate or join you. 

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Here are some easy tips to get you started:

 

Set a Goal

Be sure to set a goal, as people tend to donate a little bit more in order to help you reach it.

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Make a Self Donation

Donating to your own fundraising goal shows your commitment to the cause and sets a great example for others.  You will receive a tax- receipt!

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Reach Out to Your Networks

Your participant fundraising link makes it easy for you to email all your contacts! You can email or post to social media directly from your page . Be sure to customize the wording with your personal story.

 

Be a Social Fundraiser

People lead busy lives and social media is a great way to connect with them. Try requesting a specific donation amount in your email, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram post and link directly to your fundraising page. Example: Will you donate $25 to help me reach my goal of raising $500 for patients and families in need of end-of-life care?

 

Get Creative

There are lots of fun ways to fundraise so be creative and do what you love. 

• Ask your fitness or yoga teacher to host a charity class by donation

• Host a dinner party and ask friends to bring a donation, instead of a bottle of wine

• Ask your employer if you can run a “Casual Friday” at work where people can dress down or wear jeans in exchange for a donation to your Hike for Hospice.

• Have a garage sale or sell an item online.

• Host a bake sale, BBQ, or silent auction

• Ask if your company has a matching gift program. You might be able to double your pledges!

• Remember to add what you raise to your total online! 

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Most importantly, don’t forget to THANK the people who support you.

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