Fundraising for the Race
From the moment you sign up for the 2024 Komen Chicago Race for the Cure, you have an entire community that’s here and ready to support you in reaching your fundraising goal.
Our guides contain step-by-step support, with tips from registration to Opening Ceremony.
Fundraising Toolkit Fundraising Page GuideSet an achievable goal with our simple equation. Don't forget to update your fundraising page with your new goal!
Every penny counts in the fight to end breast cancer forever. My journey has consisted of ten years, over $60,000 raised, and hundreds of donors and supporters.
Team Captains, you’re the driving force behind your Race for the Cure team’s fundraising success! Here are special resources for you to keep everyone motivated and focused on bringing in lifesaving dollars as you move closer to your goal.
Team Captain ToolkitCheck your progress and get tips on-the-go
Includes tools to:
- Send emails and text messages
- Deposit check donations
- Track activity and earn exclusive app-only badges
Ready to get started?
Here are quick ways you can begin working toward your lifesaving goal:
- Set a goal
- Share your personal story
- Get creative and let your passion shine
- Make your first gift to yourself
- Talk to your company about matching opportunities
- Connect your Fundraiser to Facebook
Registered event participants have access to their own personal fundraising page where they can track donations, send messages, and share their personal stories.
When you work hard to raise money for Susan G. Komen, we want to thank you with some cool swag to show off your Komen pride! After the event, you will be eligible to receive one of the recognition items at or below your final fundraising level.
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Raise: $250
Susan G. Komen Beanie
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Raise: $500
Trunk Organizer
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Raise: $1,000
Raglan Hoodie Sweatshirt
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Raise: $2,500
Lounge Pants
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Raise: $5,000
Softshell Jacket
Social Media Toolkit
Share why you Race to end breast cancer.
Use these free graphics, photos and videos for your personal social media profiles.
Social Post Copy Template
Copy and paste this text and post along with the videos and images below to your personal social media profiles. Personalize it with your story to make it your own!
I joined the ONE Komen community and registered for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Dollars raised through this event help to fund breakthrough research and vital patient support. Join my team or donate. Together, we can make a difference and ensure no one faces breast cancer alone.
ONE Social Videos
To share these videos on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn, click the arrow in the top right corner!
Social Media Graphics
We have graphics sized for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. To save on your desktop computer, right click on the image you want. On mobile, press and hold the image for a pop-up and save to your camera roll.
TikTok/Instagram Reels
Love creating video content? Create a reel or TikTok of your favorite Race for the Cure memories! Don't forget to tag us: @susangkomen on Instagram and TikTok; @morethanpinkwalk on Instagram
Instagram/Facebook Story Templates
To save on your desktop computer, right click on the image you want. On mobile, press and hold the image for a pop-up and save to your camera roll. Utilize these templates with your own words, photos, stickers and more on Instagram and Facebook Stories!