Walker Fundraising Letter Template

Fundraising Letter Template

Dear [NAME],

On Sunday, September 27, I will lace up my sneakers to walk along the famed Boston Marathon® route in the 2015 Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai! As one of more than 8,500 anticipated participants, I have pledged to raise funds which will be used to support critical cancer research and unparalled pediatric and adult patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. I’m writing to you today to ask for your support.

Insert your own story here. Share with supporters reasons why you participate, which may include:

· Why conquering cancer is important to you.

· Who you walk for—do you honor somebody in particular?

· Why raising funds for Dana-Farber is important to you—do you have a personal connection? Did you or a loved one experience exceptional care at Dana-Farber?

· Did someone you know benefit from the research being done at the Institute?

**Include a photo to help tell your story! **

Please join me in the fight against cancer by considering a contribution of $XXX (fill in desired amount—it’s important that you ask for a specific dollar value!) or more toward my fundraising efforts.

It is easy to have an impact on this important and universal cause. You can:

· Make a gift online: Visit the Walk website at www.JimmyFundWalk.org and click “Give.” Search for my name and follow the instructions on my fundraising page to make a gift online, or go to my “friendly URL: link to your personal fundraising page).

· Send in a check: Write a check payable to “Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk” and send it directly to me at: YOUR ADDRESS.

· You can also check with your employer’s Human Resources department to find out if the organization will match your gift and double the impact!

Cancer touches all of our lives. I am doing my part to conquer this disease and with your help, we can move closer to the ultimate finish line: a world without cancer.

Thank you in advance for your generosity! I am grateful for your kindness.

[Your Name]

[Your fundraising page link/personal URL]

[Your $ goal and $ raised to date]