I would like to start some sort of fundraising centered around my training / racing. Ideally some sort of donation per mile swam / biked / run or hour trained. Or, for the less adventurous givers, a set amount of $25, $50, or $100. Are there any web sites out there that provide a template / base / medium for this? I was on active.com and they have a way to give set amounts but not the fluctuating amount based on miles / hours.
Hi Dave,
CHeck out www.ironwishes.org the site is a little out of date, but you can get the idea. The key to raising money is making it easy for people go feel good about giving. Select a worthwhile charity and have donors make checks payable directly to the charity, that way the donor gets a tax break and doesn’t worry that their contribution is going to support your tri career.
I always just asked for a flat amount ahead of the race. Sometimes I got a bonus for finishing or going “fast”.
Steve