Glad you asked ;)
When you sign up and create your fundraiser, you will be given everything you need, A-Z, to make fundraising easier than ever! We provide the messaging templates, outreach reminders, timelines, social media posts and ideas you'll need!
Even so, asking for someone to donate can be quite intimidating. So here are some tips:
- Shift your mindset: You are asking for them to support veterans, not you. It can be easier to ask for support when asking on behalf of someone.
- Telling people to make you do burpees instead of just donating can be an easier way to phrase it. Plus it adds some fun to it!
- Ask for a defined amount. Asking for $50 so you can do $50 burpees helps quantify the ask and can make it easier for people to follow through. They don't spend time deliberating over how much to give.
- If you don't know the person well or feel uncomfortable asking them for a donation, ask for a lower number like $15. Asking for a lower amount can be more approachable for donors who may not want to donate because they don't feel like they can contribute a significant amount. $15 does make a difference, and 15 burpees is still a workout!
- Over 75% of people donate on the days immediately leading up to Veterans Day, on Veterans Day, and the day after. If you’re not having luck early on, give it some time and follow up. Lots of people want to support, but get distracted. People have veterans top of mind as Nov 11 approaches and they'll be eager to support you!
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