Fundraising tips
Fundraising for your Event is meant to be fun! Tour de Cure has lots of tips and tricks to help you achieve your goal. Below are some pointers but if you need more help, simply contact fundraising@tourdecure.com.au
First things first
Breakdown your fundraising target so you have mini milestones to reach in the lead up to your Event. This makes the process more manageable and you can see how you are progressing towards your goal. Aim to reach and even exceed your fundraising commitment well before your Event.
Tell your story and include a photo of yourself
Your supporters want to know WHY raising funds for cancer research, support and prevention is important to you. What’s your connection to the cause? What difference are you hoping to make? What challenge are you undertaking? Your supporters are keen to know – don’t be afraid to share your WHY. Remember to add a photo, a picture tells a thousand words so find a great shot that your supporters can connect to.
Have a plan and discover what kind of fundraiser you are with these practical ideas
Fundraising can initially be a daunting prospect, however, when you work to your strengths and have a plan, it becomes achievable, fun and rewarding.
If you are new to fundraising, just ask and share your inspiring story through email or social media.
If you are social with a large network of friends or colleagues, consider holding a covid safe event such as a movie night, trivia night or wine tasting.
If you are fundraising as a team, book a Bunnings BBQ or cake sale.
If events aren’t your thing, run an auction or cash raffle.
Foodies can invite friends to a dinner party, BBQ, sell homemade chutney or put on an afternoon tea.
Social Media addicts, just ask by sharing why being part of this Event is important to you.
Declutter and sell unwanted ‘stuff’ on facebook marketplace.
Self-fund by giving up buying coffee for a month and donate the savings to your fundraising.
If it’s your birthday, ask for a donation instead of a gift.
Sell a service and wash your neighbour’s car or walk their dog for a donation to your page.
Add a line underneath your email signature asking for support while you Ride/Walk for Cancer Research and Prevention Projects, with a link to your fundraising page
Thank your donors
Every time you receive a donation, make a point of thanking your supporter. Let them know their donation has been noticed and appreciated. Use social media to publicly thank your donors by posting a picture of them with a thank you message – it’s a great way to remind other people to donate.
If you hit your target, or you are close to reaching it – increase it
Your fundraising goal can change whenever you feel like it. If you’re getting close to hitting your target don’t be afraid to increase your goal. It will encourage your supporters to give more.
Spread the word - share your fundraising page on all your social media channels
People who share their fundraising page raise significantly more than those who don’t. Use ALL your social media channels to tell people what you’re doing and why it means so much to you. Don’t simply share your page once, keep doing it so as many of your followers as possible see your post.
Finally, ask again!
People often need reminding, if you asked them once and they haven’t donated – ask again, they may have just forgotten and won’t begrudge a friendly reminder. Don’t be afraid to ask even after you’ve completed your challenge - almost 20% of donations come in after the challenge is over!
Fundraising is fun and easy when…
You have a plan
Get started early
Maximise your strengths
Thank your donors
Remember ‘Why’ fundraising for cancer research, support and prevention is important to you.
Social Media Resources
Right click to download and use as your background for virtual meetings!
Right click to download and share on your social media!
Right click to download and add to your email signature! Fundraising Tip: Add your unique fundraising link QR code to the image before adding it to your email.
Training & Tour Resources
Stay Connected
Look out for the Woolies Wheels & Walks Newsletters and event information throughout the year.
Ride Training Resources
Ride Tour: Medicals- Please complete a self assessed medical form which will be reviewed by the tour medical director. Upload the completed form to TDC Hub.
(We always encourage participants to have an annual check up with their GP and to complete regular cancer screenings.)We visit Primary Schools on tour, therefore please apply for Working With Children Check WWCC application process.
Rider: Bike Service Checklist
Book your bike in for a service minimum two weeks prior to tour, ask your mechanic to fill in the checklist and bring the completed form on tour with you. Remember you need to order a spare derailleur hanger for your bike.Packing Lists: Rider | Support Crew
TDC Tour Survival Guide: An informative and fun read about what to expect on Tour
TDC Bunch Riding Etiquette Guide: A must read for all Riders
A post from a TDC Rider: A fun look at a ‘first time on Tour’ Rider’s experience
First Time on Tour Information Slides - available soon
Fundraising Resources
Social media tags to share with your fundraising link
Fundraising Guidelines: Tax deductible receipts, how to receive proceeds from a fundraising event, use of TDC Logo and more…Note: If you are interested in holding a raffle please check your state’s gaming and lottery laws. Cash raffles are not allowed in Victoria.
Fundraising Guide: How to get started, what kind of fundraiser are you and more…
Fundraising Workshop Video: Watch Here. Read how to get started on your fundraising journey Slides
Fundraising Planner (Excel)
Donation Tin Label, or create your own, adding your fundraising page QR code. Print out: TDC Donation Tin label with QR code (QR goes to general donations, create your own QR code connected to your fundraising page, go to your page and click on the QR icon on the left hand side of the page in the ‘share’ section.
Print out Cup Cake flags. Print out: TDC bunting TDC small bunting
How to organise a Bunnings BBQ
How to set up a Square Reader for card payments
Tamburlaine wine offer. Tamburlaine Organic Wines generously donate $50 to your fundraising page for every case of wine ordered with your name on the form.
How to run a Stationary Bike fundraiser
How to share your fundraising journey on LinkedIn
Letter of Authority to Fundraise: Contact fundraising@tourdecure.com.au
Certificate of Currency to confirm public liability cover: Contact fundraising@tourdecure.com.au