GET ENGAGED! BE PROACTIVE!
I cannot stress enough to get engaged when it comes to your fundraising. I remember my first marathon with TNT was the San Anonio Rock 'n Roll and I seriously procrastinated on my first fundraising email. I just didn't know what to say and I have honestly been extremely proud and had never asked anyone for money.
I tackled my first marathon just because I wanted to do a marathon. I had no personal connection to LLS or TNT, so that made my first fundraising letter even more dificult. It wasn't personal.
My best advice is don't procrastinate. Just write something. Anything. Get it in the mail or out via email, on Facebook, Twitter, etc. Post photos of yourself running, posing with the team on Facebook or Instagram. It is your job to get everyone you know interested in what you are doing and why.
My little warning to you... It will get personal for you if you give us a chance. I'm not saying that you, or hopefully, anyone you know will be diagnosed with any form of cancer. I'm saying that the more you hang out with us and hear stories or meet survivors you will realize that even though we haven't been affected directly, others have. After your eyes have been opened, they will never be able to close again.
Again, get engagaged!
- Peronalize your fundraising page if you haven't already done so.
- Get your initial letter written.
- Do your first online fundraiser or party.
- Talk to your mentor.
- Talk to your coach.
*Kelley has been involved with Team In Training for several years as a participant and mentor. She oversees the concerts at the Pavilion in The Woodlands so if you are interested in working at those to earn tip money for your fundraiser, please contact us so we can get you in touch with Kelley.
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