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Fundraising Begins With FUN
Many riders successfully turn their fundraising efforts into creative outlets for the cause. We can help you propel your fundraising efforts to new heights as you ride toward a world free of MS. Keep in mind, the money you raise directly helps over 8,000 people in Arizona living with multiple sclerosis.
Here are some tips and tools to assist you as you fundraise for the Round Up Ride. All cyclists must turn in a minimum of $250 in pledge money to be allowed on the route.
Fun Fact: The average Bike MS participant raises $750!
Fundraising Kit
The following links will open a PDF document in a new window.
Online Tools
Once you are registered, log-in to your participant center and begin using the online tools already available to you. Your Participant Center allows you to design your own personal webpage, send 'sponsor me' emails to people in your address book, and automatically tracks your fundraising progress. It is one of the easiest ways to raise money for Bike MS. Please contact the Arizona Chapter if you need to set up a username or password.
Where the Money Goes
It's more than just a ride! The money you and your team will raise supports the National MS Society who helps people affected by MS by funding cutting edge research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating professional education, and providing programs and services to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.
- 78% - Programs/Education/Research
- 22% - Fund Raising/Administration
Turning in Pledge Money
ePledge
The easiest way to raise money! Supporters can donate money to you with the click of a mouse. Once you've registered, direct donors to http://bikeaza.nationalMSsociety.org and tell them to click the 'donate' link. Make sure they have your full name and a credit card. To make it even easier, send them an email through your participant center asking them to support you. A link to your personal page is automatically included at the bottom of your message.
Mail-In
Place donations into an envelope, include the name of the participant and the event, check to be sure you have adequate postage, and mail to:
National MS Society, Arizona Chapter
5025 E. Washington St., Ste 102
Phoenix, AZ 85034
You can also drop by the office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. to turn in your money in-person and meet the staff!
Pledge by Phone
If your supporters are paying by credit card, they can make a donation by calling the Arizona Chapter office at 480-968-2488, option 2, between 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.. Make sure they have your full name and the name of the event (Bike MS) before they call.
Bring to Pledge Pick Up/Packet Pick Up
Bring all of your pledge money with you to an upcoming Round Up Ride pledge pick up or packet pick up event.
Bring the Day of the Ride
Envelopes will be provided. Be sure to have all information filled out on the envelope before turning it in.
Matching Gifts
Does your employer participates in a Matching Gifts Program? If so, this is how you can utilize the program to double your pledges. Work smarter, not harder!
- Go to your Human Resource Department and ask if there is a Matching Gifts Program. If so...
- When an employee pledges you, get the Matching Gift form from your HR department, fill out the necessary information and sign it. *Note: Some companies will match volunteer hours with a financial contribution.
- Send the Matching Gift form along with the money to the Arizona Chapter office. We will do the rest! If the contribution was made online (using ePledge), just attach the online confirmation to the Matching Gift form and send to the Arizona Chapter office.
- The National MS Society will send in the form to the appropriate company. If you are eligible to have your pledges or volunteer hours matched, the company will issue a check for the appropriate amount. If you are not eligible, they will issue a letter stating that your pledges or volunteer hours cannot be matched. Depending on your company procedures, checks may be issued annually, quarterly, or in just weeks.
If you have questions regarding your Matching Gifts, please contact Jacqueline Valencia, AZ Chapter Office Manager, at 480-968-2488, option 2, extension 219.
Fundraising Incentives
Did you know that fundraising could earn you great prizes? The more you raise, the better the prize! Cyclists have up to 30 days after the ride to turn in pledge money for prizes.
- Any cyclist who turns in $500 or more will receive a Bike MS: Round Up Ride jersey or a prize to be mailed after the event. The prizes get better with the more money you raise. A prize form must be completed and returned to the Arizona Chapter after the event in order to receive your jersey or prize. Prize forms will be available online following the ride.
- Individuals who raise $1,500 or more will be a Round Up Ride VIP and will gain access to the exclusive VIP tent at the start, overnight and finish area.*
Past VIP Tent Activities Included:
Massage Therapist
Wine and Cheese Party
Ice Cream Social & Games
- Teams that collectively raise $10,000 or more will receive their own team tent to celebrate together at the start, overnight and finish area.*
- Riders who raise $10,000 or more can choose a free trip to the National Tour of Champions where you will join other top fundraisers in a fun location.
*All funds must be turned in to the Arizona Chapter by Wednesday, March 24, 2010 to qualify.
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