Fundraising

Our ultimate goal is to end breast cancer. All of the resources on this page—flyers, sample letters, idea lists, webinars, graphics and more—can help you raise money toward that mission, whatever approach you want to take. Need additional fundraising advice or support? Contact your coach.

FUNDRAISING CHECKLIST:

Participant Center

Add your photo and a personal message to your fundraising page.
Send an email from your Participant Center to your list of potential donors.
Install the Komen 3-Day Mobile App

Social Media

Set up a Facebook Fundraiser.
Update your Facebook status and add a photo or gif to announce your fundraising campaign to your friends.

In-Person

Make a list of everyone you know and how you can ask them for a donation (email, letter, in person, etc.).
Keep copies of your personalized Susan G. Komen 3-Day^® donation form with you at all times.
Make your own Komen 3-Day business cards.
Approach your local donors in person, and mention the 3-Day^® in conversations you have throughout the day.
Use the 3-Day Mobile App to take donations on the spot! With mobile check deposit, there’s no need to fill out a form or send in a check.

Follow Through

Follow up with your potential donors.
Send thank you notes and use social media for immediate thank yous.
If you’re looking for additional ideas or resources, check out all we have to offer below.
Don’t give up! Call your coach at 800-996-3DAY if you are feeling stuck.

Printables

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Sample Fundraising Letters

Read these letters from your fellow 3-Day participants to get ideas on how to write your own. Personalize it with your own story and details to make it the most effective and impactful it can be.

New to the 3-Day? Here’s a great starting point.

If you’ve done this once before, here are some great letters from second-time walkers.

Experienced 3-Dayers may want to read these great letters.

Other sample letters you can use as a starting point.

Logos

The fundraising logos we provide are for the appropriate personal use of Susan G. Komen 3-Day^® participants only. They may not be used on any merchandise meant for sale. Examples of appropriate uses of these logos are: on your personal website or social networking page, in fundraising letters or emails, on T-shirts or banners for your personal use or for your team. You may not use any other official logos or marks of the Komen 3-Day or Susan G. Komen^®, including the Susan G. Komen "Running Ribbon." Please read the FAQ for all fundraising protocol and restrictions.

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