Sunday, October 21, 2012

Support Fundraising For Cancer Patients

By Bertha Sanders


For many people, there will come a moment in their life when they are faced with the daunting challenge of not having enough money for something that is very much needed. Perhaps not everyone will experience this personally, but nearly everyone has a friend or loved one who will. There are many great organizations who do a wonderful job at fundraising for cancer patients and other seriously ill individuals.

When faced with a medical crisis, worrying about where the money will come from is the last thing people should be thinking about. A great way to take this worry away, or at lease reduce it, is to organize a fundraising event or campaign. Approaching others asking for money is difficult in the best of times, but even more hard when there is a person or a cause behind it who is facing a huge battle.

Touching and heartfelt stories and circumstances are often best suited for fund events as people generally take notice. These events are held for everyone from grandparents to small children, all united by their will to survive. Those who donate money to a worthy cause do so because they want to try and help and it also helps them feel better about their own circumstances.

There are certain items that should definitely be looked at and considered when considering holding a money raising event or campaign. Likely the most important factor is the group of people tasked with the project. Fund campaigns are often not easy and require a huge amount of time, this means that the group involved should be both committed and available to do what it takes to make the difference that could change someone's future.

Teams may only be a couple of people for a smaller campaign or they can be comprised of many people or volunteers all working for the same worthy cause. The people themselves must possess the personalities necessary to not feel awkward asking for the one thing that is most needed, money. Managing a team effectively is the key to having a successful campaign.

Once a strong group is brought together, the next part of the process to creating an effective fund campaign is to lay out a plan of action. There are many ways to go about it, but the overall scope of the cause and the amount of money needed are the key players in deciding what to do. Smaller events for a lower monetary goal include a BBQ or clothing drive, while much larger goals will require larger events, such as a concert or walk-a-thon.

Good causes will always benefit from a good event. Whether it's a ball, group dinner, backyard movie, or carnival. People will attend and money will be made. Events will require a large amount of planning and time, but they will also be the things that could make the money needed for that extra treatment or to pay off a crippling medical bill.

Recently, the popularity of fundraising websites has gained a lot of attention as many people have had great success. There are a few different options, but the concept is nearly the same on each. A person or group posts a summary of what or who they are raising money for and people are able to donate online and see the total grow. Help make a difference by showing you care, and assist with fundraising for cancer patients.




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