– You can still fundraise even if you are not participating in one of the main events! Have a bake sale, ask for donations in lieu of gifts – there are many ways to raise money!

– Donate to yourself! It’s a #1 rule – believe in yourself and trust that others will too!

– Don’t be afraid to ask. You will be surprised by who donates. Those people you are most afraid to ask are usually the most generous. If you asked once before, studies show that donors are more likely to donate a second time.

– Get creative. Host a fundraising party, hand out personalized business cards with your web page link, tweet about your training, have a lemonade stand, etc. Have FUN!

– Keep your friends and family updated on your training progress and fundraising goals. Utilize email and social media to share your story!

– Tell people about the Pokot, share videos posted to social media and the HWP website and help others see how they are making a difference.

– Send letters! People love mail, click here for a sample format for your fundraising letter.