Fundraising Toolkit
We all have a brain.
With 1 in 3 Canadians directly impacted by a neurological disorder, chances are high you know someone who's been affected. Your efforts are funding the BEST neuroscientists across Western Canada who are uncovering new and innovative way to heal the brain.
We can't thank you enough for your support. Your passion to keep brains at their best is truly contagious!
Fundraising Awards
All participants are required to raise a minimum $275 by Thursday, June 14th, 2018 at midnight. PLUS we're awarding some flashy new swag to individuals who go above and beyond this minimum.
- Raise $750 = Super rad Branch Out 'hipster' hat
- Raise $1,500 = Extra cozy Branch Out blanket
- Raise $3,000+ = The COOLEST duffle bag you've ever seen! Made from recycled parachutes. Say wha'!!??
There are also prizes to be won for Top Fundraiser or if you are part of the Top Fundraising Team!
Fundraising Help
- Tell people what you’re doing!
- Share with them how you’re challenging yourself to bring awareness to a bigger cause.
- Tell them what Branch Out is doing and how their contribution is making a difference.
What's a Donation Worth?
- $2,500 - funds "Neuron Night's Knowledge Translation Competition", an event that brings together Neuroscientists, Health Practitioners, Donors and people affected by neurological disorders. An environment that breeds rich discussions on solutions to getting us closer to brains at their best!
- $1,000 - sends a Neuroscientist to a symposium anywhere in Canada, where they can collaborate with other researchers and share their findings.
- $50 - provides a full day worth of lab work for a summer student researching NeuroCAM.
- $25 - is enough for a test treatment of magnetic brain stimulation (potential in treating depression and physical rehabilitation).
- $2 - buys a round of EEG brain recordings. Let's make some squiggly lines, people!
- $1 - pays for a music biofeedback app to help research music's positive effects on Parkinson's disease or Autism.
This just shows there is a benefit to any amount. Check out some of Branch Out's funded research here.
Need More Tips?
Make it personal. Donating financially is a dopamine-releasing activity for many people. It's all about the wording and targeting people. “Hey – I was hoping you would support me for this awesome event I’m doing. It’d be super swell if you could contribute $___ to my efforts”. Swell? What is this 1960?
Don’t forget to thank your donors! Give them an obnoxious hug, send them a card, mow their lawn… er… just show your appreciation for their support. Our new and super slick fundraising platform has made it easy to direct your friends to your fundraising page and send automatic thank you notes and reminders.
Need some help? Reach out to us, we’re good at this!
Get Social!
Follow us on social for updates and prizes.
- Twitter: @BranchOutNF
- Instagram: @BranchOutNF
- Facebook: Branch Out Foundation
Hashtags: #BikingForBrains, #BrainsAtTheirBest, #BranchyBikeTour
Spread the word:
"Can’t wait to spend the weekend with bikes, beer & Branchies at @branchoutnf’s #BranchyBikeTour on June 16th. Join the fun!"
"I’ll be riding 100km at @branchoutnf’s #BranchyBikeTour on June 16 at @panoramaresort. Who’s with me!?"
Contest
Enter to WIN a 2018 Branch Out Bike Pack! Snap a pic during the bike tour, use the extra awesome hashtag #BikingForBrains and you're entered to win. Each photo is 1 submission and the winner will be announced at the gala. Prize includes everything you need to make you look slick on your bike, treats to enjoy post-ride, and more. Good luck Branchies!