FUNDRASING TIPS & TOOLS

This is your resource hub for everything you need to succeed at fundraising. Log in to your Participant Centre for more tools, tips and tricks!

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TIPS

Who to Ask

  • Family and friends
  • Ask someone you've donated to or helped out in the past
  • Coworkers and teammates
  • Clubs, associations, or social groups you're involved with


Fundraising Ideas

  •  Focus on 10 people you’d like to get a donation from
  • Donate $50 to yourself and dare others to match it
  • Think of fun and interesting incentives to entice donations
  • Ask your donors to each ask one of their friends to support you
  • Share your fundraiser on social media


Share Why You are Fundraising

When you believe in both the why  and the how behind your fundraiser, that energy shines through, inspiring others to get involved and give.


Set a Goal

Great fundraisers begin with a clear goal and confident ambition. Be realistic, but don’t be afraid to aim big. Leading with your own donation is a strong signal of dedication and can encourage others to follow your example.


Downlaod our Fundraising Checklist

How to Raise $250 in 5 Days

Day 1: Self-donate = $25

Wow your family and friends and set the precedent for them.

Day 2: Family Ties = $100

 Ask 5 family members to donate $20

Day 3: Fundraise With Social = $50

Ask 5 of your friends to donate $10 each.

Day 4: Email co-workers = $25

Ask 5 co-workers to donate $5 each.

Day 5: Ask Your Company = $50

Ask your company to donate $50

Fundraise with Emails

Donation Letter

Dear [Name],


I’m participating in the Smash Out Skin Cancer Celebrity Pickleball fundraiser and reaching out to my community to join me in supporting this important cause.


With every rally, dink, and smash, we’re helping to support the skin cancer community.


Funds raised go toward providing UV protection for the next generation, enabling earlier detection in remote communities, and supporting patients throughout their melanoma journey.


[Insert a personal message about your connection to the cause or why this event is meaningful to you.]


Will you help me smash our team’s $2,000 fundraising goal? Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference.


Thank you so much for your support.


Warm regards,

I’m proud to be representing [Company Name] in the Smash Out Skin Cancer pickleball fundraiser and reaching out to ask for your support.


As part of my fundraising efforts, I’m inviting my workplace community to consider a $50 donation to help make a meaningful impact.


Funds raised support skin cancer prevention, early detection in underserved communities, and care for those navigating melanoma.


[Add a short personal note about why this cause matters to you or why you’re participating.]


If you’re able to contribute, you can donate here: [Insert link]


Thank you for supporting me and helping us make a difference — both on and off the court.

Learn more

I’m taking part in the Smash Out Skin Cancer pickleball fundraiser and setting a simple goal — asking 5 co-workers to donate $5 each.


It may be a small ask, but together it adds up and helps make a real impact.


Funds raised support skin cancer prevention, early detection in underserved communities, and care for those facing melanoma.


[Add a personal note about why this matters to you.]


Would you be one of my 5?


Donate $5 here: [Insert link]


Thank you so much for helping me smash skin cancer.

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Social Media Assets

Log in to the social media account you would like to post from. Choose one of the suggested captions below, copy it, and feel free to personalize it. Do not post it yet.

Then, in a new browser window or tab, log in to your fundraising profile and click the Share button on your fundraising page. Select your social media channel, paste your caption into the post window, and publish.

Social Media Post 1

Did you know skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada, and melanoma rates continue to rise? Together, we can Smash Out Skin Cancer, one pickleball rally at a time.

 

I’m grabbing my paddle and taking part in the Smash Out Skin Cancer Celebrity Pickleball Tournament presented by Eucerin on May 30th in support of Melanoma Canada!​ 

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Can you donate $10 to help me smash our team’s fundraising goal?➡️www.smashout.ca​


Do you play? Join me in supporting this important cause. Register➡️ www.smashout.ca

​

#SmashOutSkinCancer @MelanomaCanada


Social Media Post 2

As pickleball players, we spend long hours in the sun, putting us at a higher risk of skin cancer. On May 30th I’m stepping out on the court for the Smash Out Skin Cancer - Celebrity Pickleball Tournament presented by Eucerin in support of Melanoma Canada.​


This event isn’t just about the game - 

It’s about raising awareness and supporting sun safety initiatives. Funds raised go toward providing UV protection for the next generation, enabling earlier detection in remote communities, and supporting patients throughout their melanoma journey.

Help me reach my fundraising goal
➡️copy and paste your fundraising page URL

Do you play? Join me at Smash Out Skin Cancer. Register➡️ www.smashout.ca


#SmashOutSkinCancer @MelanomaCanada


Editable Posters

Corporate Giving

If your company has a matching gift program or would like to make a corporate gift, please complete this form and send it to Accounts Receivable.

Corporate Giving Form

FAQ's

  • What is the purpose of my Participant Centre?

    Your participant centre   is your gateway for fundraising online! Use your Participant Centre to:

    • Share your story - Customize your personal page, using compelling pictures, text, even video! 
    •  Share your page via email. Make it known that you’re helping save lives! 
    • Make the first donation a self-donation - lead the way and kick off your fundraising!
    • See your fundraising stats – Keep track of your fundraising and see a list of all of your donors!   

  • How do I send emails from my Participant Centre?

    It’s easy to send emails from your Participant Center to ask for donations, share team messages and thank your donors. We’ve created templated emails for you to use or you can create your own.


    Here’s how to do it: 

    1. Log in to your Participant Centre

    Click on the fundraiser you wish to send mail from, then click "Mailing list" in the left hand menu.

    Click on “Send email” and then you can select one of our templated emails or create your own custom message. 

    For any custom emails you create, you can also save them for future use, and you can find them in “My custom templates”.


     

  • How do I add contacts to my Participant Centre?

    It’s easy to do! To add contacts to your Mailing Centre, you should:

    1. Log in to your Participant Centre and click on the fundraiser you wish to send emails from.
    2. Go to “Mailing list” in the left hand menu.
    3. Click on “Contacts”.
    4. Follow the instructions to either add contacts in bulk using a CSV file or manually add them one by one. Once uploaded, your contacts will be available for use in any of your future fundraisers.   

  • I was advised that a friend made a donation to my fundraiser, but the donation is not appearing my list of supporters.

    We can help you with that!  Please contact us at events@melanomacanada.ca

  • How to Share your Personal Fundraising Page

    How to Share your Personal Fundraising Page

    Once you have created your personal fundraising page, follow these simple steps to share it with friends and family and raise support!


    1. Go to your personal fundraising page.
    2. Click the Share button (either above or below the Hero image).
    3. On the overlay menu that appears, select your preferred sharing option.
    4. A new window will open prompting you to log in to the specific platform in order to share your fundraising page.