A Guide to Fundraising Success

 
Whether you are a first-time fundraiser, or a seasoned veteran you can rally your network to support your fundraising goal and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's mission to fund critical research for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) cures and improved patient programs.

Tips to Kickstart your Fundraising: 

• Set a fundraising goal. 

• Share your personalized fundraising link on social media and via text with your network to ask for support. 

• Make a personal donation to your fundraiser to potentially increase your the total raised for IBD cures by an average of 7X! 

• Don't be afraid to ask for support. With millions of people affected by IBD, you never know who will have a connection and want to support your goal. You just have to ask. 
  
  

Five Easy Steps to Raise $100 

1. Text, email, or ask 10 people to donate $10 each! 
2. Donate $25 towards your personal fundraising goal and invite 3 friends to match your gift.
3. Ask five friends to donate $20.
4. Post on social media and ask your network to donate any amount to help you reach your goal.
5. Bring in pastries to work and ask for a donation in exchange for a treat.

Getting Started: 

• DIY Quick Start Guide
• Editing Your Fundraising Page

Fundraising Resources:

• 20 Fundraising Ideas
• DIY Fundraising Toolkit for Teens & Students 
• Football and Fundraising 
• Pickleball Toolkit
• Social Media Toolkit 
• DIY Event Checklist ​
• DIY Walk Guide and Checklist
• QR Code Generator
• Who Can I Ask for Support? 
• Know Your Network and Goal Setting worksheet
• DIY Offline Donation Form
• DIY Corporate Donation Form

Additional Resources:

• DIY-Frequently Asked Questions
• Third-Party Fundraising and Liability Waiver
• DIY Brand Guidelines