Want to raise money while participating in the race? Create your own fundraising page and gain support from family and friends. People can provide secure online donations to Baltimore Women's Classic through your site, and you can continue to raise funds through cash or checks that you submit on race day. Note: registration for the 5K does not automatically generate a fund raising page. You can create your OWN page with photos and posted progress by clicking here:

 

 

Alternatively, setting up a fund raising page does not mean you are registering for the 5K event.

 

New this year, the BWC Elite Team! Strive to be an elite fundraiser by committing to raise at least $750 by June 1. Along the way you will receive one-on-one fundraising coaching from our BWC Elite Team captain. If you meet the goal:

• NAMED DONATION: 100% of what you raise is given in the name of your choiceas donation to hospital/organization within BWC network. This is a wonderful way to honor a loved one!
• COOL GEAR ITEM #1: A one-of-a kind special BWC Elite Team running/warmup jacket. So, just when the great summer BWC memories begin to fade into fall, you will have this very special jacket to carry you through the cooler running season.
• COOL GEAR ITEM #2: Special shirt for you to wear on race day to set you apart from the crowd! Delivery guaranteed prior to race day.
• ELITE GOODIE BAG: Ever wonder what the VIPs get in their goodie bags? Wonder no longer. A cooler-than-ever gift bag loaded with special goodies! (And you know BWC already provides the BEST goodie bags in town!)
• OTHER FABULOUS PERKS: We have some other perks in mind that we cannot unveil yet, but rest assured, the BWC Elite Team will feel special and appreciated on race day!

......and BEST OF ALL... the feeling of accomplishment that comes with knowing that you went a little further, pushed yourself a little harder, just to help a cause dear to us all.

For a paper version, download a pledge sheet and start collecting pledges today!

 

Tips for Collecting Pledges

1. Try to get an initial large donation - people are influenced by what others give!
2. If possible, sponsor yourself for an amount. This shows your dedication.
3. Use email, clubs, computer networks, office associates and family members to support your cause. Your online fund raising page also connects to Facebook and Twitter!
4. Ask at least 2-3 people every day to sponsor you…after all; some will not be able to help this time.
5. Call your friends out of town; this may be a good excuse to touch base with an old friend.
6. Put a run message on your answering machine at home and on your personal email account.
7. Host a party or a brunch and ask people to make pledges while having fun.
8. Challenge a friend who is also running and enjoy the friendly competition.
9. Check your work and/or school regulations and put up a notice on the bulletin board.
10. Ask people who work at for-profit companies to see if their business offers matching gifts (remember to get their forms). This can help you increase your pledges even more quickly.
11. Don’t forget to ask for pledges from shops and stores where WOMEN spend money every day. They should be glad to have a satisfied customer remain happy!
12. Ask vendors who supply resources to your business. They wish to keep you happy.
13. Checks are the preferred form of payment, but make sure you get accurate name info for cash.
14. Your pledge form serves as the basis for mailing thank you notes and receipts for all pledge gifts.
15. Pledge donors receive no goods or services, so should be able to deduct 100% of their contributions.