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FUNDRAISING TOOLKIT
FUNDRAISING RESOURCES
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Your efforts help support the many programs and services provided by the National MS Society to people living with MS in our community, as well as fund critical MS research. Learn more About the National MS Society.
Walk MS participants raise an average of $250, but they don’t do it alone. There are many resources to help your fundraising efforts. From basic fundraising ideas to how to use social media, we are here for you every step of the way.
Q: How do I start my fundraising campaign?
A: Once you register, you can start fundraising right away by:
Q: How do I get a Donation Collection Envelope?
A: A limited number of Donation Collection Envelopes are available from the Chapter office. You can download your own Collection Form and attach it to the envelope you use for collecting donations. Bring this with you to the walk.
Q: How do I turn in my donations?
A: You can download the deposit slips. Clearly indicate your name, address and phone number on the deposit slip. Write your name in the memo section of each check and choose one of the following methods to turn in your donations:
Mail or drop by the office (make sure you include your name so we can properly credit you):
1440 Foothill Dr, Suite 200
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Bring it with you to Walk MS in your donation collection envelope and hand it in at check-in.
Q: What is the donation minimum?
A: Fundraising is encouraged for Walk MS. While there is no minimum to participate, the average participant raises $250. All donations are welcome so that we can continue to fund local programs and services to people with MS. To receive an official Walk MS event t-shirt, you must raise a minimum of $125.
Q: Will my donors receive a tax letter or receipt from the National MS Society?
A: You can download donation receipts to give to your donors. Under IRS guidelines, the National MS Society is required to send a donation letter for tax purposes to any person giving a single gift totaling $250 or more.
Q: Why should I set a fundraising goal?
A: The most successful fundraisers are those who set goals as it shows your commitment to our mission.
Q: What is a Top Fundraiser?
A: Anyone can be a top fundraiser. Any individual raising $1,000 or more becomes a member of our Elite Feet fundraising club. See the Fundraising Clubs page for details on recognition and rewards offered to Elite Feet members.
Q: When will I receive my fundraising prizes?
A: Fundraising incentives are provided at several levels for all events. All fundraising incentives are based on individual totals only. If you raise $125 or more by the day of the event, you will earn a Walk MS t-shirt and can pick it up when checking it at the walk. The $250 and up level prizes can be redeemed through our Prize Fulfillment Center and will be mailed after the fundraising deadline. At this time, you will receive a code based on fundraising level reached that you can then redeem online for your prize. Access to this website and prize details will be available soon.
Q: What are matching gifts and how do I know if I am eligible to receive them?
A: Many employers have programs that contribute or "match" donations made to nonprofit organizations. The donor should check with his/her human resources (HR) department to confirm if a matching gift program is offered. Check our Matching Gifts page to see the programs we are aware of. Please note: for matching gifts to count towards your minimum pledge, matching gift forms must be received prior to the fundraising deadline. Please email us or contact us at 800.344.4867, press 2 for questions regarding matching gifts.
Q: My company does not have a matching gifts program. May I get credit for a matching gift from one of my donors if they have a matching gift program at their company?
A: Yes. Matching gifts are credited to you whether it comes from your company or one of your donor's. Please include the matching fit form with the donation, so that we can process the donation appropriately. For more information on matching gifts email us or contact us at 800.344.4867, press 2.
Q: How do I change or delete my donors' information on the "Honor Roll"?
A: Please email us or contact us at 800.344.4867, option 2 to have the information changed or removed.
Q: I am having trouble with my Online Account. Who should I call?
A: Please email us or contact us at 800.344.4867, option 2.
Q: Is my information secure?
A: Yes. Blackbaud has made every effort to protect your information. Industry-standard SSL encryption techniques are used to make sure that your credit card information, passwords and personal information travel securely over the internet.
Q: I forgot my Username and Password.
A: Remember that your username and password are case sensitive. If you have forgotten your username or password, please email us or contact us at 800.344.4867, press 2.
Q: How do I change my Username and/or Password?
A: First, login to the site using your username and password. Once logged in you will see a link at the top of the page called "Profile." Once in your profile, you will be able to change your contact information, e-mail address, username and password. All changes will be made to your account immediately.
Q: What is a Personal Page?
A: A personal page is an online promotional tool for your use when asking your friends and family to join your team or sponsor you by making a donation. Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. You have the option of personalizing this page by going to your Participant Center. You will be able to customize images, text and the style/color layout of the page.
Q: By default I have a personal page, do I have to change it?
A: Once you sign up for an event online, by default, you will have a personal page created for you. A compelling personal page attracts and engages supporters. While you can spread the word using customized e-mail solicitations, your personal campaign page can be your own creative expression of your commitment to the cause. Customize your page by selecting the layout and style that work best for you. Utilize the elements of text, photo and status indicators to their fullest advantage.
Q: How do I change my personal fundraising goal?
A: First, you will need to login to your Participant Center. On the bottom right side of the Walk Center home page is the location to modify your personal fundraising goal. Enter your new goal and submit the changes.
Q: How do I change my team name, team division or team goal?
A: Only the team captain has the ability to change the team name or team division. The team captain will need to login to his/her participant center and click the "My Team Progress" button on the top right. On the Team Progress page, team captains will have the ability to update the team name, division and goal.
Q: How can I see who has donated to me?
A: Login to your Participant Center using your Username and Password. Go to your Walk Center and click the "My Progress" tab; this will allow you to view your donor list and any amounts having been donated.
Q: How can I see who is on my team?
A: Login to the site using your username and password. Go to your Participant Center and click the "Team Progress" tab; this will allow you to view your team roster and the amounts raised by each team member.
Q: What is a team message?
A: Simply go to your Participant Center and click the "Update Message to Team" button. This will allow you to make all necessary changes to your message that will be sent to team members only.
Q: What is the difference between making my personal page private or public?
A: By default, a personal page is Public, meaning your name will appear in the participant search list, and anyone accessing the site will be able to support you. Setting your personal page to Private means your name will not appear in the participant search list, and only people you personally invite will be able to support you.
Q: Why has my donation not posted to my account?
A: Donations that have been mailed to the Chapter or turned in at the event can take up to two weeks to post. Online donations made with a credit card should be posted to your account immediately.
Q: What is an unconfirmed gift?
A: Your Participant Center allows you to record cash or checks that someone has given or promised you. The system adds these offline gifts to fundraising amounts that display on your personal page, progress page and team page (f you are a member of a team). All cash and check gifts that you enter are unconfirmed until the National MS Society receives payment and processes them. Online credit card gifts are confirmed immediately. To make sure we accurately confirm offline gifts, it's extremely important that you follow specific rules when entering cash or checks into your gift summary. Read the Offline Gift Guidelines for more details.
Q: I have been an individual walker in the past but would like to get others involved. How do I form a team?
A: If you have not yet registered, you can start a team by visiting www.walkMSutahIdaho.org, clicking on "Register Here" and then selecting the option to "Start a Team." If you have already registered as an individual, contact a Walk MS Specialist at 800.344.4867, press 2 and they will help you start your team or join an existing team.
Q: What are some ways top management at my office can help my team?
A: Top managers can help by joining your team, sponsoring walkers, getting sponsors themselves (suppliers, vendors and business associates) and by endorsing participation. They can also help by organizing or allowing workplace fundraising activities and by providing incentives like offering lunch with the CEO, casual dress days, premium parking spaces, and more.
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