Everything You Need for a Successful Hope 'n Soles Walk
Whether you're walking in honor of a donor, celebrating a transplant recipient, supporting a loved one, or simply helping to raise awareness, we're here to help you every step of the way.
This Resource Center contains tools, templates, fundraising ideas, and helpful information designed to make your Hope 'n Soles Walk experience easy, impactful, and fun.
Together, we're walking to ensure a life-changing transplant for every New Yorker in need.
Leading a team? This guide includes everything you need to recruit team members, set fundraising goals, communicate with your team, and make the most of your Walk experience.
Looking for ways to engage coworkers and maximize your impact? This guide provides ideas for workplace fundraising, team-building activities, sponsorship opportunities, and friendly competition strategies.
[Download Corporate Team Fundraising Guide]
From bake sales and dress-down days to happy hours and community events, this guide is packed with creative ways to raise funds and awareness for the Hope 'n Soles Walk.
[Download the Host Your Own Fundraiser Guide]
Remember:
Every dollar raised helps support Donate Life New York State's mission to save and improve lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation.
❤️ Sharing Your "Why"
One of the most powerful fundraising tools is your personal connection to the mission.
Whether you're honoring a donor hero, celebrating a transplant recipient, supporting someone waiting, or advocating for donation awareness, sharing your story helps others connect to the cause.
[Download Storytelling Tips & Ideas]
Not sure what to say when asking for support? We've got you covered.
This resource includes sample emails, social media posts, text messages, and donation requests that you can personalize and share with your network.
[Download Motivational Messaging Guide]
📊 Donation & Transplant Facts
Need information to include in emails, social media posts, or fundraising appeals? Access current donation and transplantation statistics and facts that help explain why the Hope 'n Soles Walk matters.
[Download Donation & Transplant Facts Sheet]
❓ Donation FAQs
Have questions about fundraising, donations, tax receipts, team participation, or event logistics? Our FAQ guide provides answers to the most common questions from walkers and supporters.
Our team is here to support you.
If you have questions about fundraising, team building, registration, or event participation, please reach out—we'd love to help.
📧 Email: mcohn@dlnys.org
📞 Phone: 518-326-3237