Fundraising Ideas and Resources
The money you raise drives impact
You have taken the first step toward helping prostate cancer patients and spreading awareness in your community by registering for your local ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk. 1 in 8 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime and diagnoses are rising. Your support is needed now more than ever to ZERO out prostate cancer.
Did you know that 85 cents of every dollar donated to ZERO goes to programs like research, early detection, education, and advocacy? You can be a fundraising hero to families fighting today.
Get Started Today! Fundraising Guides
Don't know where to start? Download a fundraising guide below to get started with the basics like how, when, and who to ask for donations.
Quick Start Fundraising Guide
Team Captain Guide
Participant Fundraising Guide
Kids Fundraising Guide
Team Captain Resources
Team captains make an impact! You not only have the opportunity to inspire and motivate team members, but you can share your story and make sure that everyone knows the kind of impact they make in the lives of those affected by prostate cancer.
It's easy to become a team captain. Just sign up online and start a team at your local ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk page to develop a customized team website that meets your needs. We encourage teams to have oneteam captain to expand your impact even further! All registration and fundraising can be handled online.
Team captains set up others for success. This may include setting goals, recruiting team members, and enlisting senior level support at your company. The ZERO staff will partner with you every step of the way to:
- Recruit co-workers, friends, and family members to join the team and raise funds. ZERO will provide you with materials and information to assist you with recruitment and developing a customized fundraising plan.
- Have a direct connection to saving lives and keeping families together.
- Build and maintain momentum up to and during the Run/Walk.
- Celebrate your team's success at the ZERO Run/Walk and thank your tremendous supporters after the event.
As team captain, you will make a difference in the lives of men and families fighting prostate cancer and bring us closer to Generation ZERO - the first generation free of prostate cancer. If you need assistance with getting your team set-up and help with fundraising, please contact us at races@zerocancer.org or (202) 303-3110 today.
Team Captain Guide
Join My Team Downloadable Flyer
Team Fundraising Thermometer (8.5 x 11)
Team Fundraising Thermometer (11 x 17)
Fundraising Participant Center
From your fundraising participant center, you can customize your fundraising page with your story, change your fundraising goal, and send emails to your friends and family asking them to support you.
How to Register Instructions
Change Your Goal Instructions
Customize Your Fundraising Page Instructions
Send Emails From Your Participant Center
Social Media Fundraising Resources
Social media is a great way to spread the word about your fundraising and reach people you don't see on an everyday basis.
Let Everyone Know Who You're #ZEROStrong For
Kids Coloring Page: Who They're #ZEROStrong For
Start a Facebook Fundraiser
Social Media Updates for Success
Social Media Fundraiser Toolkit
Social Media Participant Toolkit
Social Media Sponsor Toolkit
Social Media Graphics
Instagram Graphics
Facebook Graphics
Create Your Own Fundraiser Resources
Get your company on board for something as simple as a casual dress day, ask a restaurant to host an event, hold a bake sale, and more. The possibilities are unlimited, but we've provided a few ideas below.
Create your own Team apparel items through Bonfire and fundraise for ZERO today!
Host Your Own Fundraiser Guide
A to Z Fundraising Ideas
Fundraising Best Practices and 75 Fundraiser Ideas
Sample Fundraiser Invitation
Sample Fundraiser Vendor Donation Request
Charitable Restaurant Listing
Matching Gifts
Many private businesses already have matching gift policies that will double or triple your impact, at no additional cost to you. Search for your employer in our matching gift database for details on what's available in your workplace. Or, ask your employer's HR or community giving department about matching gifts to double the impact of your donation.
Fundraising Recognition and Awards
We believe fundraising for a great cause is its own reward, but we think you deserve a little extra! Don't forget to check out what you can earn when you reach fundraising milestones.
Fundraising Recognition Rewards
Fundraising FAQ's
Q. Are donations made to ZERO tax deductible?
A: Yes! Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. ZERO Prostate Cancer is a registered 501(c)(3) organization (Tax ID: 59-3400922).
Q: Is there a fundraising minimum to participate in the Run/Walk?
A: No. There is no fundraising minimum, but we need your help to ZERO out prostate cancer. Please consider making a self-donation or raise at least $100. All registered participants and volunteers receive a personal fundraising page, fundraising coaching, and many tools, guides, and other resources to help you.
Q: I want to fundraise, but I don't know how. Where should I start?
A: We encourage all participants to customize their page with their own photo and story of why you're participating. Please view our "Get Started Today! Fundraising Guides" section above for more information.
Q. Does ZERO Provide a Team Captain Guide with tools on how to fundraise?
A: Yes! You can download the team captain guide on this page. It includes tips and samples of language to use to raise money, recruit more team members, and plan fundraisers that everyone can participate in.
Q: Can I continue to collect donations after the walk?
A: Absolutely! Participants can fundraise up until two weeks after the event to be eligible for fundraising rewards.
Need more help?
ZERO's National Events Team is ready to help you!
Reach out to us at (202) 303-3110 or email us at races@zerocancer.org