Plan your own Event

There are many easy and fun ways to raise funds for the fight against desmoid tumors! These can range from word-of-mouth contacts to planning an event. Here are some ideas that may help you brainstorm for a fundraising activity that suits your interests.

Word of mouth mentions

We have been delighted and encouraged by the tremendous show of support that DTRF efforts have received from many quarters. Just word-of-mouth mentions of our foundation and its goals have brought in unsolicited donations. You can inspire donations from family, friends, and every-day contacts. Just refer to this website, DTRF.org, to give them the information they need to donate.

Encourage company donations

Please let your employer know about the DTRF. Encouraging your company to make a corporate donation to DTRF may be easier than you think.

Start a letter writting campaign

Write to people you know to raise money for desmoid tumor research. This could be done by email or regular mail.   Click here for a sample letter.

Hold an event

Sporting activity through which you request sponsorships and contributions, such as:

• walk or run for a cure
• bike ride
• golf tournament
• softball game, etc.

Dinner event

which could include live or silent auctions of donated items and services, appearances of local celebrities, corporate-sponsored tables, etc.

Do you need help setting up an event to benefit DTRF? You can use the following forms.

• Event Signup Form
• List of sponsors
• Letter for event

See what other people have been doing.

Click here for stories of previous successful fundraising Events.

If you have a story of a successful fundraising experience Send us a description along with contact inforomation and we will post it on our site.

Other fundraising possibilities are limitless!

Get together with friends and brainstorm. All you need is a little time, commitment and enthusiasm!

A search on Google for “fundraising ideas” can lead to millions of sites with ideas to help you get started, such as:

• http://www.fundraising-ideas.org/
• http://www.easy-fundraising-ideas.com
• http://www.fundraiserhelp.com/
• http://nonprofit.about.com/od/fundraising/

Seek local publicity

Be sure to magnify your efforts in any fundraising by seeking publicity in local newspapers and publications. Draft up an article, include names and pictures of local participants, and you may be surprised at how easily you can be published.

Questions?