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Download the Fundraising Toolkit. The toolkit includes useful fundraising tips, sample fundraising and thank you letters and a sample plan to get you started. (Tip: when prompted, click “Save” to save this helpful toolkit to your computer)
The most effective way to achieve your fundraising goal is to create a detailed plan that outlines your objectives.
It’s easy and free! Your personal web page is your chance to customize your fundraising message to your family, friends and other donors.
How to customize a web page using Gift Tool:
Use these guides to help customize your web page:
Personalize Your Online Fundraising Page
Gift Tool’s Guide to Managing Your Web Page
It’s free and easy! E-mail is the key to a successful online campaign because dynamic links in your e-mail letter offer donors direct access to your fundraising page. E-mail allows the donor to contribute immediately at the point of interest.
Make your e-mail campaign effective. Find out tips for writing effective e-mails.
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Writing a personal solicitation letter to your family, friends, neighbors and donors is an effective way to educate people about Can Do MS and its mission of empowering those with MS and their families.
Use the sample fundraising letter and letterhead to help write your letter.
Sample Fundraising Letter
Vertical Express Letterhead
Educate your supporters about THE CAUSE, Multiple Sclerosis and Can Do MS. It’s important to show supporters how their donations are being used to help those with MS and their families.
Use the following information to educate yourself and your donors about the cause, MS and Can Do MS.
You won’t gain anything if you don’t ask, right? Don’t feel guilty for asking people for donations. People want to give as much as they can to a good cause.
Find out more on how to ask for money.
Take time to follow up with your contributors to encourage last-minute donations and to show appreciation for their generosity.