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Providing Community Champions Inspiration and Support
Start a Fundraising Effort of Your Own to Champion Causes That Matter Most to You
You as an ambassador have the opportunity and responsibility to CHAMPION your cause to others while asking for their support to make an impact. To get your fundraiser started, Wisconsin Medicine has the tools, tactics, ideas, and inspiration you need become a Community Champion. From donor letter examples to effective fundraising executions, you’ll find what you need below to make a positive impact.
GETTING STARTED
Set up your fundraising campaign with the help of Wisconsin Medicine. Download a pdf of our instructive guide to help you in your efforts to create a success fundraiser.
THE KEYS TO SUCCESS
Turn to Wisconsin Medicine to discover several important concepts that you can put into practice. Download a pdf to find ways to plan your fundraising effort, build relationships, and make the ask.
FUNDRAISING GUIDELINES
Wisconsin Medicine, representing the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health has an obligation to reflect the mission and values of both organizations. All community-based fundraising campaigns are subject to review in alignment of our Fundraising Guidelines.
FACULTY COMPLIANCE GUIDE
Faculty of UW Health and the UW School of Medicine and Public Health are required to acknowledge and abide by certain criteria in their pursuit of establishing a personal fundraiser.
SAMPLES
Tap into the templates you need to activate your fundraising campaign as a Community Champion. After reviewing 'The Keys to Success' for effective fundraising strategy above, you will have the plans to develop your communication timeline utilizing the sample elements below. From donor letter examples to social media posts, you’ll find inspirational messaging to make a positive impact.
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SEND AN EMAIL
Email is one of the easiest and most effective ways to fundraise. This should be at the core of your outreach strategy.
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SEND A LETTER
Letters are effective in showcasing your personal connection to your care cause while demonstrating why support is so critical to advancing the future of health.
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POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Social media is a necessary element to enhance your comprehensive communication plan. It not only helps promote your cause within your network but will also reach individuals that exist outside your core network of supporters.
Questions about Starting a Fundraiser?
If you’re still wondering if starting a fundraising effort is right for you, or if you want more information, please complete the following contact form. Reach out with any questions or comments because we’d love to help you fulfill your goals and champion your cause.