It’s that time of the year again – our More Than A Meal (MTAM) campaign has arrived! Whether you’re fundraising for MTAM or you’ve signed up for the Run 4 MK, here are some tips to get the most out of your fundraising campaigns with Miriam’s Kitchen.
Lead by example. No matter the amount, a donation to your own campaign will show your supporters how much you care about ending homelessness.
Dedicate a special day to the cause. Is your birthday the same old story every year? Mix it up and celebrate your special day by raising resources or awareness to end chronic homelessness! Share your personal fundraising link and ask for donations in place of other gifts.
Get social. Post a link to your fundraising campaign on your social media networks and email your friends and family. The average fundraiser generates over $500 when you spread the word! Here are a few sample posts to get you started:
- Sample Post #1 (Facebook/LinkedIn): I’m supporting Miriam’s Kitchen’s annual More Than A Meal campaign! I’m excited at the chance to help @miriamskitchen end chronic and veteran homelessness in DC by creating my own fundraiser to raise my voice for housing justice. See my fundraising page to learn more! #MoreThanAMeal
- Sample Post #2 (Facebook/Linkedin): I’m helping Miriam’s Kitchen level up in their fight to end homelessness in D.C. by supporting/running in Run 4 MK! Your donation helps provide healthy meals, emergency services and so much more for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Visit my fundraising page to learn more:
- Sample Post #3 (Twitter): Ending chronic homelessness in DC takes #MoreThanAMeal! I’m excited to support @miriamskitchen’s annual #MoreThanAMeal campaign by creating my own fundraiser to raise my voice for housing justice. Check out my fundraising page to learn more!
- Sample Post #4 (Twitter): I’m supporting/running in the @MiriamsKitchen Run 4 MK to help them level up their programs and resources to end chronic and veteran homelessness in DC. Can I count on you for your support? Donate here at [Insert Fundraising Link]. #MiriamsKitchenDC #LevelUp #GameOn
Stay motivated. Life gets busy, which means people might need a reminder every now and then. The average person needs to be reminded several times before they make their donation. Consistent updates and thank yous to your supporters make a big difference!
We appreciate all our fundraisers and supporters of the More Than A Meal campaign for being integral to our mission to end chronic and veteran homelessness. Every dollar raised directly supports our critical wraparound services that ensure our neighbors experiencing homelessness can stay as healthy and as safe as possible – from meals to housing.
For more information on the More Than A Meal campaign, visit our MTAM web page.
