Fundraise for Huntsman : Toolkit

Cancer affects everyone, whether experienced personally or through a loved one, so it is an easy cause to rally around. Huntsman Cancer Institute is working hard to understand cancer from its beginnings, discovering new ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat the disease. One hundred percent of the funds you raise will go toward supporting this commitment.

Every effort, no matter how big or small, is truly meaningful in the pursuit of a world without cancer. Together, we can fuel hope and help save lives.

To ensure your fundraiser can have the largest impact possible, refer to the resources below and get started.

GETTING STARTED

SET UP YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE

Your personal page is a great way to let people know why you are fundraising for cancer research. Are you participating in honor of a friend, family member, or yourself? Personalize your web page with a story and photos; a real-life story makes fundraising personal and powerful. Remember to set your fundraising goal.

MAKE A LIST AND SEND AN EMAIL, TEXT MESSAGE, OR LETTER

Personally asking someone for a donation is one of the most successful ways to fundraise. Make a list of potential donors and send them each an email through your personal fundraising page. Try this, start by making a donation yourself and ask others to match it. We have created three sample email templates to get you started!

Have someone that wants to make a gift via check? No problem! Send them the Support Me Donation Form along with their check. All the information that we need to get the donation applied toward your fundraising goal is on this form.

MAKE IT PERSONAL

When you have someone in your community you are raising in honor or memory of, it can be easier to inspire others to action. Let everyone know who you are raising money in honor of. A real-life story makes your fundraising personal.

ASK EVERY DAY

Ask one person each day to make a contribution. If you get five $20 gifts you will have raised $100 in less than a week! Cancer is an issue that affects us all, and most people are happy to donate—even in tough economic times. Don’t just assume the answer is no; give everyone the opportunity to be a part of the cause by making a tax-deductible donation.

SHARE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Social Media is a fun, fast, and easy way to turn friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors into donors. Think big and use your social media outlets to tap into a whole new network of people beyond just your immediate contacts. You’ll be surprised at the extra donations that can come in just by sharing your personal fundraising page on social media. Here is a link to great ways to use Facebook, Instagram or Twitter for your fundraising. #HeroForHope #IAmAHero

TALK IT UP

Ask for a few minutes on the agenda of any meetings you’ll be attending. Explain why you are raising money for Huntsman Cancer Institute and ask for everyone’s support. If you are dedicating your efforts to someone who has cancer, tell that person’s story. Will your company allow you to write something for your company newsletter? Look for different avenues to let people know you are raising funds for cancer research.

THANK YOUR DONORS

Please don’t forget to thank your donors! You can send them a handwritten note, email, text, give them a call, or even recognize them on social media. It’s important to appreciate your supporters and let them know their contribution is valued.