IN simple steps
So you've decided you want to raise money to help Inflammatory Neuropathies UK support others. First, let us take a moment to say thank you. When we say we couldn't do it without you - it's not a throwaway comment, it's a statement of absolute fact. We could not do what we do without your help. With that in mind, we want to help you maximise your fundraising abilities, and the first part of that is setting up an excellent fundraising page.
Let us guide you through a few simple steps to success. If, at any point, you think you could do with a little help in writing your story or getting better pictures - reach out to us. We're more than happy to help. It's the least we can do!
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JustGiving
1. Visit JustGiving
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You can find us right here: justgiving.com/gbs
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Once you're on the page, look for a blue button called "Fundraise For Us", it should be at the top of the page. Click it!
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2. Are you fundraising in memory of someone?
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If you're doing this in memory of someone special, hit "yes". You'll be prompted to share their name here. If you're not, hit "no". Then, in both cases..
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3. Are you taking part in an activity?
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Take a moment and think about what you're doing.
If you're taking on an established event like the London Marathon or Kiltwalk, click "I'm taking part in an event" and hit next. You'll then be able to search for event. If your event is there, click it and hit "Next", if it's not there, click "Create your own activity".
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If you're organising your own activity, or can't find yours on the established list, hit "I'm doing my own activity" and click next. You'll be asked to enter the type of activity (run, walk for example), then a name for the activity (Bake Sale for Inflammatory Neuropathies UK for example). You can also put in a date here if relevant.
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If you're not running an event, but would like to fundraise for a birthday, wedding or similar, click "Just Fundraising" and enter the details requested.
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4. What's your target?
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How much would you like to raise? You can change your target at any point, but having a goal helps encourage your supporters to donate. In fact, it increases donations by 17%.
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5. Personalise Your Page ​
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Writing your story can help raise 65% more! It's a space to explain why you're doing what you're doing. If you had or have one of the conditions we support, perhaps discuss diagnosis or how it impacts you, and how in turn that impacts the challenge.
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If you're doing it in memory of someone special, tell us a little about them, we'd love to hear about who they were and what they meant to you.
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6. Page Cover
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A picture tells 1000 words, it also helps raise 23% more. Your photo is the first thing they will see on your page, and will be what people see when you share your story on social media. JustGiving recommend the more the merrier, something bold, and standout.
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7. Finalise
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Take a moment to read over the summary and make sure you've said everything you want to say. Let us know if we can keep in touch and then...
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Launch! You're all done... well nearly.
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8. Share it
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You're doing something amazing, so don't be shy - share it with the world. Post on socials, encourage people who donate to share the link, and, if possible, share it via email or work noticeboards.
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9. Local Press
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Local press​ love a good fundraising story, reach out to them to tell them what you're up to and why. They may just come out for a picture and you can share your page with your whole area!
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10. Keep updating
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Pages that see updates - be it fitness tracker screenshots or progress check ins - often earn up to 8% more. Check in on JustGiving, treat it like a diary or another social media channel and let the world know what you're up to and how you're getting on.
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