There is no minimum amount so you can choose a fundraising goal that works for you! There are incentives for reaching certain levels of fundraising, though, so aim high. That's right - no risk here, but lots of rewards!
We love to shower our supporters with high fives and blue hearts but this time around we've got good, old fashioned prizes each time you reach a fundraising goal!
⭐ $250 - your 2026 Brave Like Gabe 5K registration will be FREE! ⭐
$500+ - all of the above AND a unique Brave Like Gabe store discount code! ⭐
You already did - you're here! First, register for one of the races happening this year. Then, in your confirmation email or using the button on this page, click the "Become a Fundraiser" button to get started! You will be prompted to create a fundraising account but it's easy - for real! Then you can join a team, create your own team, or simply make a fundraising page on your own! Upload a profile pic and tell your story - personalizing your campaign is key to your success. Finally, make a donation to your fundraiser and show people you are committed to this effort!
Share it! You can share a link to your fundraising page on all your social media, send it out in a personal email, add it to a slack channel at work...you get the idea. It is important to share it again and again, as the research says people often need up to 7 reminders before they give! Don't be afraid to keep telling your story and letting others know why you are inspired to raise money for Brave Like Gabe. Give your followers a sense for how your 5K training is going, how your fundraising is progressing, and keep posting those photos that make it even more personal!
We're glad you asked - it's being creative that puts the 'fun' in fundraising. Here are a few ideas!
💙 Reach out to your friends and family directly! Having a personal conversation about Brave Like Gabe and what inspires you to raise money on our behalf is really powerful. 🌈 Be sure and make a clear ask, something like "I'm asking people to give $50, or an amount that is meaningful to them". Giving people a number and asking directly often reduces the anxiety about "how much?" or "what if it's not enough?". Ensure people that every donation counts, no matter the amount.
⭐ Offer some fun incentives! You could agree to put all your donors names on your race-day shirt, or bake each donor a treat, or - and this is our personal favorite - we know of a gal who writes a personal poem for each of her donors! Be creative and know it's ok to keep it simple.
💙 Ask your employer about matching your donations! Many organizations offer matching opportunities and if they do be sure and share that with your community. Matching grants are really motivating!
🌈 Make it personal! Our Brave Like Gabe Website, Facebook and Instagram pages are full of stories, photos, and quotes that you can share and connect to your own story of bravery and hope. Did we say personalizing your asks is key? It is! ⭐
Congratulations 🎉 KEEP GOING! Setting a moderate goal when you start is a good idea, that way when you pass it right by you can set a new, larger goal! People love to see your progress so be sure and keep your donors and friends updated on how your fundraising is going - it's inspiring (and serves as one of those seven reminders)!
We do checks! Simply have your donor pop that check in the mail to us at PO Box 6227, Minneapolis, MN, 55406. ✉️ To make sure it goes towards your fundraiser please have them include your name in the memo line.
It's NEVER too late! Sometimes keeping your fundraising timeline a little more compressed is just the thing to motivate donors. You can countdown to race day to keep your potential donors excited about your goal, offer an incentive or two, and make a few direct asks of your family, friends, and employer. You got this! 👊🏽
You are reading our hive mind. YES! We are planning a virtual meet-up towards the end of June, so if you've created a fundraising page we'll be in touch with details. We're all about community here at BLG and we are excited to get people together to support one another.
You are always welcome to send us an email at info@bravelikegabe.org and we are happy to help. Email is preferable to DMs, and we look forward to hearing from you!
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