Get the ball rolling! Nobody likes to be first. That's why it's always a good idea to get your fundraising off a good start by making a self-donation. This will make others more likely to give.
Add your WHY to the email. We have put together a template email that you can send to all of your contacts but if you have a personal reason as to why it's important to you to participate in this event which supports Crohn's & colitis patients, we encourage you to share that in your email.
Start with your close contacts. It's always best to start by emailing your close contacts because they are most likely to donate. Try sending some quick personal messages to your inner circle to build some momentum. Then use the email template you customized to reach all your other contacts.
Now move to social media. One of the best strategies to use on social media is tagging and thanking people that have already donated while you are asking for new donations. This spreads your message further and lets the people you are asking know that people are getting behind you. Always be sure to include the link to your fundraising page in any post you make!
Reengage with email. Don't hesitate to send a few follow up emails. Emails are easy to overlook and people often open them up quickly and then forget to go back to them. Use email to keep people update on your progress as you hit different milestones.
Continue thanking and updating social media. As more of your network gets behind you, keep thanking them on social media and make sure you continue to share your progress towards your goal.