We collectively curated a collection of photos hoping to articulate the team’s motivations for riding, or as some may call it— the “why”— the fuel that gets us up the hills, through the windy plateaus, out on raining mornings and persistent during scorching...
OCTOBER 30, 2017 — The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults (UCF) and Jamis Bicycles announced a joint partnership benefiting UCF’s annual 4K for Cancer program. Jamis will equip participants with steel-framed touring bicycles, as well as provide training and...
Today we’re rereading some amazing blogs from this past summer’s rides and runs. Sophia Garber, a member of Team San Francisco 2017 highlights one of the most memorable days of their trip. Trail Ridge Road – the highest paved road in the U.S.- that...
As you start to amp up your training in preparation for the summer – amp up your fundraising as well! Here we have outlined some new, fun ideas for spring fundraising: 1. St. Patty’s Day Fundraiser: Use the holiday to plan some creative fundraisers! Host an...
Sara Brown of Team San Francisco hosted a raffle and Christmas party fundraiser – check out her tips on how to host a successful event! WORDS OF ADVICE: The best things that I did for this event were… 1) Social media posts and links: We posted pictures,...
This holiday season is a great time to share your summer plans with family & friends! Writing a letter (and sneaking it into your parent’s holidays cards) is an easy way to reach more potential donors. Step 1 – Draft a letter. Check out the...
Who doesn’t like donuts? Nate Williams of Team San Diego 2017 found a way to make a classic treat into a fundraising opportunity! What was your fundraiser? I kicked off my fundraising efforts with a Krispy Kreme fundraiser at the University of Kentucky College...
Creating your Potential Donor List is a crucial step in becoming a successful 4K fundraiser. To start, try to think of at least 100 people – you probably know a lot more, but 100 is a good start. As you assemble the list that will make up your potential donor...
Q: What was your fundraiser? A: My fundraiser was called the 4K For Cancer Bingo Extravaganza. I got food donations from David’s Natural Market in Columbia, MD and got pizza discounted from Vocelli’s in Ellicott City, MD. People also brought food that they made at...
HAVING TROUBLE FINDING TIME TO FUNDRAISE? TRY OUT THESE TIPS TO HOST AN EXCITING SPIN CLASS FUNDRAISER! Q: What was your fundraiser? A: I hosted a spin class at the local spin studio in the town where I go to school. I met with the owner, whom I have known for a while...
