ABOUT PHITNESS CHALLENGE CAMPAIGN
 
 
Step Back to the 80s: 2-Week Step Challenge to Raise Funds & Awareness for Pheo Para.
 
Break out the neon, lace up those high-tops, go to the max with the hairspray and dust off your walkman—it's time to Step Back to the 80s!
 
From May 5-18, join walkers, movers, and groovers of all fitness levels in a totally tubular phitness challenge inspired by the bodacious, energetic spirit of the 1980s. Whether you're power-walking like Jane Fonda or dancing down the sidewalk like you're in an MTV video, every step counts.
 
 

***ALL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD CONSULT THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE REGISTERING***

How It Works:
 


Register solo or as a team – Pick a righteous team name, make a donation when you register and invite your friends and family.
 
Set a step & fundraising goal – download the app and track your progress by syncing your fitness device or manually entering your mileage.
 
Raise funds – Share your story about why you are 'getting phyical for pheo para' and ask your friends and family to donate.
 
Dress the part – Rock your legwarmers and retro windbreakers. Costume contests and throwback photo challenges await! Unlock prizes and incentives by raising funds and meeting your phitness goals!
 
Sign up today and let's make this campaign totally tubular. ✨
 
REGISTRATION IS OPEN MAY 2 AND CLOSES MAY 7 AT 11:59 PM!
 
Retro Royalty Prizes include:
 
***1st Place - $200 Nike gift card
 
***2nd Place - $100 Adidas gift card
 
***3rd Place - $50 Target gift card
 
***Raise/donate $200 by May 9 to receive an exclusive shwag kit!
 
***Post a pic of your canine companion that is helping you stay motivated and they could win a pawtastic prize!
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 1,197 miles
TARGET: 10,000 miles
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: $ 4,085
TARGET: $ 15,000
HOW IT WORKS
Register for the campaign and set your fitness & fundraising targets.
Click here to set-up your devices (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Health Connect By Android, Misfit, Strava), or download our iOS or Android apps.
Share your story and raise funds & awareness.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
PHEO ALLIANCE
Our mission is to empower patients with pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, their families and medical professionals through advocacy, education and a global community of support, while helping to advance research that accelerates treatments and cures.

Read more about the organization >>

HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
I am participating in the 5th Annual Never Give Up Phitness Challenge to raise funds for pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma. Being diagnosed with this rare cancer, can be isolating and lonely. But I have joined a phearless community from May 5-18 to raise awareness through every step I take.

You can help by donating! In fact, your donation goes to work right away to support the Pheo Para Alliance mission to invest in research to accelerate treatments and cures for those affected by pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma while empowering patients, their families, and medical professionals through advocacy, education and a global community of support.

Here are some examples of how your donation will be used:

$50 - HELP PATIENTS FEEL SUPPORTED & EMPOWERED – KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! Send a Care Kit to three recently diagnosed patients.

$150 – EDUCATE PATIENTS! Provide patient education materials to a Center of Excellence for one year.

$250 – CONNECT PATIENTS WITH ONE ANOTHER AND AN EXPERIENCED MEDICAL TEAM.Costs to cover a patient and their caregiver to attend a Patient Education Day.

$1,000 – GET RESEARCHERS EXCITED ABOUT THIS RARE CANCER!
Cost to have one early career investigator attend a research symposium.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Charity Footprints?

Charity Footprints is a social enterprise that connects fitness and charitable giving. We empower people just like you, to get fit & give back.

Our Virtual Races allow non-profits to challenge their patrons to run, walk or ride and raise funds just as they would in a fundraising walkathon. The best part - charities save over 45% in event and logistical costs. So, the dollars that you pay to register or fundraise, go farther.

What is the campaign registration fee?

This campaign is free to participate in.

However, we encourage you to donate optional/suggested amount during registration or you can always donate any amount on your fundraising page after the registration.

How can I create my fundraising page?

Well, you wouldn't have to create a separate fundraising page. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.

How will I track my distance?

You can track your workouts by setting up your devices (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Health Connect By Android, Misfit, Strava), or download the Charity Footprints' iOS or Android app and track your workouts toward this campaign. ?>

If you workout indoors (treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike etc.), you can upload your workouts here.

How do I join a team on this campaign?

While registering for the campaign, select the team you'd like to join or create a new team and invite others to #GetFitGiveBack with you. If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.

I am an international donor (non-US), what are my donation charges and tax-deductibility?

All donations are made in US dollars, so the donations may be levied an exchange rate fee via your bank. Donors will want to connect with their bank to determine exactly what that fee may be. Additionally, international donors will need to reach out to a tax professional to discuss if and how tax deductibility will apply to their donation.

Who can sponsor my fundraising efforts?

The short answer is - everyone. The fundraising research shows that the number one reason for people not donating is that they weren't asked to.

That said, there are things you can do to attract people to sponsor you. Adding a picture to your fundraising page, telling potential donors why this cause is so personal to you, sharing your fundraising page on social media, email, and chat groups.

Last, if your employer has a gift matching program, check with the human resources department to support your favorite cause as well.

Who can I contact if I need help?

You can contact us any time if you need help. We love hearing from our users so please don't hesitate to write to us about issues, suggestions, or to just say hi. You can also contact the non-profit administrator directly if you would like.

How do I change or switch my team?

If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.