Ideas for Raising Funds

Two runners, a woman in a bright yellow tank top and a man in a black shirt, standing together after completing a marathon, smiling and showing their medals. The woman has a race bib with the number 1431 and the name Kelly, the man has a bib with the number 1426 and the name Gary. They are under a large banner that reads 'WHYIRUNLIMA' and behind them are race-related signage and trees.

There are a number of creative and functional ways you can make the fundraising effort tremendously successful for your charity.

Buy a Mile: Solicit pledges with the simple formula of their paying so much for each mile you complete. More ideas: Pledge more for completing the race within a certain time period. Increase the pledge as you complete more miles.

Garage Sale:
 Make some space in your garage and have a garage sale. If you don't feel comfortable asking friends, family or neighbors for cash donations, ask them if they have any items laying around that they would like to contribute to your sale!

Piggy Bank:
 Place it in a strategic position with a poster explaining that all the contributions will go towards your fundraising efforts.

Book/Video Sale:
 Set up a table at your school/office displaying your used books and videos. Remember, one person's trash is another person's treasure!

Casual Days, Prime Parking or Days Off:
 Ask your school principal or office manager if you can sell reserved parking spots, a day off or a casual day to other kids/employees. Some people will pay $5 just to wear jeans on Friday!

Have a Party! If you are a teenager, you know Spring brings a lot of kegger parties. Instead, invite your friends to a run4liferun4love “dry” party with non-alcoholic drinks and your charity sponsors. Have info available on the race and the charity. Get your parents and neighbors to donate food for a BBQ and tell your friends this one will cost them $10.00—but it all goes to your cause! There are many types of parties you can host to raise money towards your fundraising efforts.

Host A Fundraising Night
 Many local restaurants offer fundraising nights and will donate 15% of proceeds! Simply select a date and invite everyone you know to come and eat! Have info on the race and the charity available. Be there to sell T-Shirts and sign autographs.

Save Your Spare Change Everyday!
 You will be surprised how quickly this spare change adds up and makes a terrific pledge to yourself!