đ What is Fund-a-Thon? Great question! Fund-a-Thon is a nationwide fundraising event coordinated by the National Network for Abortion Funds. Participants of Fund-a-Thon ask the people they know to help them reach a personally meaningful fundraising goal by making a donation to their local abortion fund. In Central and Southeast Texas, thatâs us!
đ When is Fund-a-Thon? Fund-a-Thon starts on Monday, March 31 and runs through May 31. That means you have until the end of May to create or join a team to fundraise OR give to a team to support Fund-a-Thon. This year, our goal is to raise $60,000!
đ€ Why should I participate? In 2024, Lilith Fund committed more than $2 million to clients for direct financial assistance for abortion and other reproductive healthcare services. As we delve into this year, weâre excited to strive toward new goals while continuing our foundational work of funding abortions for Texans traveling out of state. But we canât do it without your support!
Fund-a-Thon is the perfect way to fundraise for Lilith Fund while also speaking with your loved ones about why supporting access to abortion is more important than ever.
đ How do I join? Â Click the sign up button above and select âBecome a Fundraiser.â Decide if you are fundraising as an individual or as part of a team. If you are creating a team, register as a team captain. If you are joining a team, make sure you select the correct team you are joining. We are encouraging individuals to commit to fundraising at least $150 and for teams to commit to fundraising at least $500. You can sign up at ANY time between now and May 31 to fundraise.
đ How can I prepare? Check out our fundraiser toolkit for tips on how to get started. Decide ahead of time if you plan to fundraise as an individual or as a team. If youâre doing a team, start thinking of who you would like to join you. Each team can have up to five members. Think of what you would like to say on your page or if you want a theme â youâll want to make it catchy to encourage donations. Donât forget a cool name for your team; past teams have included âBarely Scratching the Cervix,â âAbortions-R-Us,â and âRepro Justice League.â
đ€ How will Lilith Fund support me? Throughout Fund-a-Thon, Lilith Fund will be lifting up individuals and teams on social media to support your fundraising efforts. Additionally, weâll be sending emails every other week with tips and sample messaging to encourage people to give to your page.Â
đ€© Will there be prizes? We are excited to have folks show up for Lilith Fund in this way and we want to reward you for your efforts. Everyone who participates will receive a special sticker. Individuals who raise $150+ will receive a thank you swag bag with special items from us. There will also be prizes + social media shoutout for the following:
đ° Whatâs the best way to fundraise? There are many ways to raise money throughout Fund-a-Thon!Â
â I still have questions. Where can I find answers? Contact our Development Coordinator, Eloise, at [email protected] for help! Theyâll get an answer to you and point you to the right resources.