Not sure where to start fundraising?
Start by making a list of everyone you know. You may be surprised by how many people are willing to support your goal if only they are asked. Download our convenient tip sheet here.
FAMILY
- Parents
- Brothers
- Sisters
- Uncles
- Aunts
- Cousins
- Second cousins
- Grandfathers
- Grandmothers
- Grandchildren
- In-laws
- Nephews
- Nieces
- Parents’ friends
- Parents’ co-workers
- Parents’ employer/boss
- Spouse
- Spouse’s aunts & uncles
- Spouse’s cousins
- Spouse’s grandchildren
- Spouse’s grandparents
- Spouse’s nieces & nephews
- Spouse’s co-workers
- Spouse’s employer/boss
- Step-parents
- Step-siblings
PROFESSIONALS
- Doctor, Doctor’s receptionist & staff
- Dentist
- Therapist
- Attorney
- Veterinarian
- Dog walker
- Hairdresser
- Dry cleaners
- House sitter
- Landlord/tenant
- Babysitter
- Gardener
- Local police
- Local government officials
- Mail carrier
- Newspaper delivery person
- Co-workers
- Employer/boss
- Clients
- Classmates
- Guidance counselors
- Car mechanic
- Fitness Center owner/manager
- Fitness trainers
- Travel agent
- Former/current teachers & professors
- Children’s teachers
- Manicurist
- Masseuse
- Florist
- Bank teller
- Bus driver
- Hometown newspaper
FRIENDS
- Friends from high school
- Friends from college
- Former/current teammates & coaches
- Friends’ grandparents
- Friend’s siblings
- Friends’ aunts & uncles
- Friends’ employers & co-workers (+ matching gifts!)
COMMUNITY GROUPS
- Faith-based communities
- School organizations & clubs
- PTA
- Volunteer groups
- Alumni associations
- Fraternity/sorority
- Athletic teams
- Boy/Girl Scouts
- Choirs/Vocal Groups
LOCAL BUSINESSES
- Restaurants
- Coffee shops
- Business associations/groups
PRE-MADE LISTS
- Every person in your address book
- Every person in your email list
- Holiday card list
- Wedding invitation list
