FUNDRAISE FOR OWF

Start your own fundraiser and rally your community to support warriors. We'll give you all the tools you need to succeed.

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FUNDRAISER IDEAS

Birthday Fundraiser

Ask friends and family to donate to OWF instead of gifts.

Create a Facebook fundraiser
Share 2 weeks before
Update with progress

Race Fundraiser

Run your own race and raise funds for warriors at the same time.

Set a fundraising goal
Share your training journey
Thank donors after the race

Team Challenge

Organize a fitness challenge with friends or coworkers.

Create a team goal
Track progress together
Celebrate milestones

Special Occasion

Honor a wedding, memorial, graduation, or other milestone.

Create a tribute page
Share the story
Send updates to donors

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SAMPLE MESSAGING

Copy, paste, and personalize these messages for your fundraiser.

Social Media & Texts

Short Post

I'm fundraising for @OperationWarriorFit! They help veterans and first responders find fitness, community, and purpose through race entries. Even $10 helps a warrior cross a finish line. Will you support my campaign? [LINK]

Personal Ask

Hey [Name]! I'm raising money for Operation WarriorFit, a nonprofit that helps veterans and first responders participate in races. It's an amazing cause that combines fitness and mental health support. Would you consider a small donation? Even $10 helps! Here's my fundraiser link: [LINK]

Thank You

Thank you SO much for supporting my OWF fundraiser! Your donation helps veterans and first responders find fitness and community. Together we're making a real difference. You're amazing!

Email Template

Subject Line

Will you help me support veterans through fitness?

Hi [Name], I'm reaching out because I'm fundraising for Operation WarriorFit (OWF), an incredible nonprofit that I'm passionate about. OWF helps veterans, service members, and first responders participate in races like 5Ks, marathons, and obstacle course races. Exercise is proven to help with mental health, and crossing a finish line builds confidence and community. Here's why this matters: • 22 veterans die by suicide every day • Fitness is proven to reduce PTSD symptoms • OWF provides FREE race entries to those who served I'm hoping to raise [GOAL] to help put more warriors at starting lines. Would you consider supporting my campaign with a donation of any size? Donate here: [LINK] Thank you for considering. Every dollar makes a difference! Best, [Your Name]

Talking Points

OWF FACTS TO SHARE

OWF serves veterans, active duty, reservists, and first responders across all 50 states

Donations are 100% tax-deductible (EIN: 33-2673785)

Exercise reduces PTSD symptoms by up to 50%

Community connection is a top protective factor against veteran suicide

OWF covers race entries from 5Ks to ultramarathons

First responders (police, fire, EMTs, nurses) are also eligible

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