Asking for donations is never easy and it can leave even the most outgoing person with trembling knees. Just remember: what is the number one reason that people give? Because you asked! People give to people – not causes – and your passion and enthusiasm for the Fire Truck Pull and Special Olympics Texas are your best assets. Happy fundraising!
Make a list:
Family Members |
Community |
Child's Sports Team |
Friends |
Social Clubs |
Vendors/Suppliers |
Co-Workers |
Fraternity/Sorority |
Child’s School |
Neighbors |
High School/College Alumni |
Colleagues/Competitors |
Who to Ask | Total Per Day |
Grand Total | |
Day 1 | Sponsor yourself for $20. | $20 | $20 |
Day 2 | Ask 3 family members to each match your personal donation of $20. | $60 | $80 |
Day 3 | Ask your best friend to sponsor you for $20. | $20 | $100 |
Day 4 | Ask your boss for a company contribution of $20 or to match the entire amount you raise. | $20 | $120 |
Day 5 | Ask 4 local friends to sponsor you for $10 each. | $40 | $160 |
Day 6 | Ask 4 out of town friends to sponsor you for $10 each. | $40 | $200 |
Day 7 | Ask 4 businesses you frequent (barber, salon, dry cleaner, dentist, lunch restaurant) to sponsor you for $10 each. | $40 | $240 |
Day 8 | Ask 4 co-workers to sponsor you for $10 each. | $40 | $280 |
Day 9 | Ask 4 neighbors to sponsor you for $10 each. | $40 | $320 |
Day 10 | Ask 8 people from your church/temple/social club, etc. to sponsor you for $10 each. | $80 | $400 |