Tips & Tools to get you started Many riders successfully turn their fundraising efforts into creative outlets for their dedication to the cause. The goal for the National MS Society can propel your fundraising efforts to new heights as you join the movement to create a world free of MS.
Good to know:
Download an MS 101 fact sheet about MS and the National MS Society to help you with your fundraising efforts.
Please send check donations to: National MS Society Attn: Bike MS: Vegas Challenge 2110 E. Flamingo., Ste 214 Las Vegas, NV 89119-5190
(Make sure to have your name on the memo section of the check!)
We are a 501(c) 3 organization. Our tax identification number is 95-1727656
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Step 1. First thing first, log in to your personal Bike MS account. Once you’ve logged in customize your website with your story for why you ride and a photograph. Through the participant center you can easily send emails to family, friends and co-workers asking for their support.
Step 2. Identify your prospects. The list is endless, it should include: friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, classmates, and people you give your business too year around (dry cleaner, dentist, favorite restaurant etc). Remember it never hurt to ask, the more people you ask the better your return will be.
Step 3. Ask for donations. Many different ways to do it, via email, mail, in person or online, choose the one that most fits your style. Here are tools to help you reach your goals.
Sample emails and letters Use these tips to write a great email to send to friends or family or use one of these sample letters. Click here for a special sample letter for the current economic climate.
Here’s a sample letter to help you secure donations from a business.
Use the pledge sheet to start asking for donations today
In your office: Post this community flyer in your workplace, community center or place of worship to collect donations.
Request Brochures and Posters to hang at the office or local businesses.
Double your donations with corporate matching.
Online: Add facebook widget to your account. Click here for how to. Create your widget you can add to your blog, personal website, email signature etc. http://pberg.com/wefightms/widget/
And more: Check our Fundraising Ideas list for creative ways to increase your fundraising. In addition to theses, check out the Gimme5 method.
Step 4. Thank your generous donors!
The National MS Society, Southern California & Nevada Chapter is pleased to provide additional information or suggestions regarding any of the steps listed above. Do not hesitate to contact us if we can assist you by phone at 702.736.3715 or via email at Yvonne.Overton@nmss.org
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