Host a Race Fundraising Party

Meet an exceed your fundraising goals by hosting a fundraising party! Remember, the more you help us raise, them more money we can invest in the local fight against breast cancer.

1. Plan your party

• Pick a date and a venue for your event. Host it at a home, restaurant, community center, etc. Make sure you have a computer with internet access so your guests can make donations online instantly.

• Make your guest list and send out invitations. Invite as many people as possible! Make it clear that the party is about raising money for the cause.

• Prepare for the party.

• Make copies of your donation form, plan the food, have plenty of pens on hand so people can fill out the donation forms and prepare any entertainment and/or your presentation.

2. At the Party

• Talk a little about your and/or your team's personal commitment to the cause and reasons for participating. Then, give guests time to decide the amount they want to donate.

• If your donors prefer to pay by check, then you will have to complete a donation form and mail it in with all of the check donations. However, encourage folks to donate immediately online.

• Thank everyone for coming. Let everyone know how much was raised when the evening’s over.

3. After the Party

• Mail all donations immediately to the address on the donation form.

• Send thank you notes to those who donated.

• Follow up with those who could not attend. Call or send an e-mail with a link to your Participant Center so they have the option of donating online.

Other Fundraising Ideas

What kind of activities do you do for fun? Baking. Dog Walking. Dancing. Think of a way to have some fun and turn it into a fundraiser. Here is a list of some great fundraising ideas:

• Community Yard Sale

• Bake Sale

• Car Wash

• Concession Food/Drink Sales (at local sporting events)
   

• Karaoke Night

• Bingo Event