Where do the funds raised go?

Funds raised through this #StartByBelieving campaign will play a vital role to support the programs of Sojourner Center. For more details, visit www.sojournercenter.org. ​​

Will I get a charitable tax receipt for my donation?

All donations made through our online fundraising page with all of the required information (full name and complete address) will automatically receive a charitable tax receipt by email. If you have a question about your tax receipt, please contact us at development@sojournercenter.org

Do donations to this campaign qualify for Arizona Charitable Tax Credit?

All donations to Sojourner Center qualify for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit program. The maximum credit allowed is $800 for married filing joint filers and $400 for single, heads of household, and married filing separate filers. When you file your taxes, list Sojourner Center as your charitable organization along with your donation amount on AZ Form 321. Our Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) code is 20544. 2021 Tax Year donations can be made until April 15, 2022. For more information visit https://azdor.gov/ or talk with your tax professional.

Can I collect cash or checks?

As a virtual fundraiser, you have the option of accepting cash and/or checks from your friends. You can enter them right into our online platform so it is counted toward your goal. Once logged in from your dashboard, go to "Raise at least $250" on the left navigation menu and click on "Enter cash/checks." Please be sure to send any funds you received to us at PO Box 20156 Phoenix, AZ 85036. You also you have the option of making a credit card payment to cover your offline donations through our online peer-to-peer platform in your participant dashboard.

How can I support without creating my own fundraising page?

We are very grateful for any support, whether you create your own page or not - Thank You! Our supporters play a vital role in supporting Sojourner Center. You can make a donation by hovering over "Donate" at the top of your screen until a drop down menu appears and clicking "Make a Donation." You can make a donation toward a participant's or team's fundraising goal by clicking "Donate to a Participant/Team" and then using the search feature to find their name. Once you have, click on the "Donate" button underneath their name and follow the prompts.

Do I have to fundraise? 

No, you don't have to fundraise to create a page and pledge to #StartByBelieving, but every dollar raised supports Sojourner Center's mission. 

What are the fundraising goals for individuals and teams?
Your $25 registration fee counts toward your fundraising goal. We have set an individual goal of $1,000 and a team goal of $5,000. The top individual fundraiser and the top fundraising team will earn a special prize.

Do I have to join the #StartByBelieving fundraising campaign on a team?

No, you don't have to join a team, you can part as an individual. You are able to earn points and achievement badges as an individual participant or as a team.

How do I invite someone to join?

At the top, right side of your personal page, team page, and the homepage, there is a white box card with a blue button that states "Invite a friend." Follow the prompts and be sure to invite more people to gain more points!

How do I earn points?

Earn 1 point:

Earn 10 points:

Earn 25 points:

Do I receive anything for registering and are there prizes for completing the challenge?

Everyone who registers with a $25 gift or more will receive a Sojourner Center Start By Believing t-shirt. Individuals who raise a minimum of $1,000 will be entered into a prize drawing for a chance to win some great prizes including a flat-screen TV and additional drawing entries will be received for each additional $1,000 raised.

Prizes will also be awarded for Leader Board categories including:

Have a question not listed above or need technical support?

Please contact our development staff at development@sojournercenter.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible.