Re: Issues Fundraising

communityreply@lls.org — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:16:02 GMT

Maybe you could bring along some information packets with you when you approach someone for a donation. Seeing information with the LLS and TNT logos, as well as photos of past participants may help others see that this is the real deal. ;-) It is important that potential donors understand what an impact LLS has on blood cancer patients and their families. In addition, the money that LLS pours into cancer research each year is actually helping blood cancer patients "live better, longer lives". Are you asking for cash donations? Let people know they can make checks out to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (or donate safely online via your fundraising site). I don't think you will not be mistaken for a "scam artist" if you are asking for checks made out to LLS. You say that many people have not heard of Team in Training. I bet more people have heard of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society... I'd lead with that. Good Luck!

Another idea- I was able to create some awesome posters for the offices that my mom, sister, and aunt work in. I used the LLS and TNT logos that are available to us by logging in to our fundraising sites. These posters had a couple photos of me at past endurance events and a brief description of LLS. It clearly stated how to support my fundraising efforts. I included my TNT fundraising site and added that checks made out to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society could also be handed directly to my relatives. Hope this helps!

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