Every Dollar Makes a Difference

While registering to walk is a vital first step, your fundraising efforts are truly where the magic happens. The collective power of individual fundraisers ensures Easter Seals Greater Houston can continue expanding its reach and impact. Here are some tips and tools to help you reach your fundraising goals: 

• Personalize Your Page & Share Your Story: Make your Fundraising Center page shine by adding your personal story. Then, share your unique link everywhere—social media, texts, and emails—to inspire friends and family to donate on your behalf.
• Set a Bold Goal: Aim high! A goal like $250 can fund crucial therapy sessions to help a child walk. It's a personal quest to make a huge difference, and you might even snag a prize!
• Be the First to Give: Kick off your campaign with your own donation. This shows everyone your commitment and encourages them to follow your lead.
• Utilize Your Dashboard & Social Media: Your Fundraising Dashboard is packed with tools like email templates and printable graphics (check out the Resources button). Plus, use the Facebook integration to easily connect with friends and spread the word and create a Facebook fundraiser.
• Engage Your Workplace & Team Up: Rally your coworkers for a fundraising blitz and ask if your company offers matching gifts—a fantastic way to double your impact! You can also invite friends and family to join your Walk With Me team to boost your collective fundraising power.
• Share Success & Show Appreciation: Keep your supporters updated with exciting stories about how their contributions are making a difference. A sincere thank you goes a long way and encourages continued support.

Matching Gifts - Double The Impact Of Your Gift

Many employers offer matching gift programs, effectively doubling the value of your charitable contributions! It's incredibly simple to make your gift go further: just obtain your company's matching gift application from your HR or community relations office, fill it out, and send it to us with your donation. To quickly find out if your company participates, you can click here. Every matched gift significantly helps us provide even more vital services to individuals with disabilities in our community.