Make your fundraiser go further
Whether you're running a marathon, hosting a quiz night or doing something all your own, how you share your page makes the biggest difference to what you raise. Here's how to get the most from it, in three stages.
Stage 1Get your page ready
Add a photo
A photo of you makes your page feel personal. Try one in your Bees shirt or training kit, and add new ones as you go.
Tell your story
Say why you're taking part and why the Trust matters to you. A few honest lines are enough.
Set a target
A target keeps you motivated and shows supporters what you're aiming for. You can always raise it later.
Be your first donor
Kick things off yourself. People are more likely to give to a page that's already moving.
Show what support does
Tell people what their money helps: sport, health, education and employment programmes for local people across west London.
Link your fitness app
Running, riding or walking? Connect Strava or Fitbit to your Enthuse page so supporters can follow your training.
Impact you can support
Stage 2Spread the word
Email in small groups
Send your link to friends, family and colleagues in small batches. Personal messages get more replies than one big email.
Share on social media
Post your link with a photo, and tag @brentfordfccst so we can share it too.
Add it to your signature
Put your page link in your email signature. Every email you send becomes a gentle reminder.
Ask about match funding
Many employers match what staff raise for charity. Ask your HR team; it could double your total.
Team up
Take on the challenge with friends, family or colleagues. You'll keep each other going and reach more people.
Contact your local paper
Local press love a community story. A short note with a photo can bring in new supporters.
Stage 3Keep it going
Post updates
Share training milestones, photos and how close you are to your target. Updates bring people back to your page.
Send a friendly reminder
A follow-up message a week before your event, and again on the day, often brings in a second wave of donations.
Thank every donor
Thank people personally and publicly. It means a lot, and it encourages others to give.
Your fundraising checklist
Tick things off as you go. Your progress is saved on this device.
Tell us about your fundraiser
We love cheering on our fundraisers. Tag us @brentfordfccst or email fundraising@brentfordfccst.com and we'll help spread the word. Collecting cash or offline sponsorship? Download a sponsorship form and bucket labels below.