ABOUT NAVN MENTAL WELLNESS CHALLENGE CAMPAIGN
 
 
Our 2025 fundraiser looks a little different this year. We want to get more people involved with our Mental Wellness Challenge. You will be asked to do one Mental Wellness activity each day. Individually or as a team you will set a point based personal goal to reach and log your activities. In the end everyone who meets their goal will be entered to win prizes! It is our hope that we can spread our word even farther, give people in and out of the profession ways to care for their mental wellness and continue to help support veterinary professionals and their mental health.
 
Incentives & Giveaway:
Top 3 people who have the most participation and reach their activity goal will receive a 40-ounce HydroJug Traveler.
 
 
Additionally, we will have campaign shirts from Love Huvet.
Activities and Activity Points:
 
50 Point Activities-
  • Participate in our Weekly Mental Health Check-In on Instagram & Facebook
  • Spend time with your pet(s)
  • Take your lunch break (or at least eat)
  • Take a bathroom break
  • Get some fresh air
  • Say something nice to yourself (if they can post it on a board that would be cool – if not no worries)
  • Take a break (5/10/15 minute)
  • OTHER – Do something that makes you happy
 
75 Point Activities-
  • Leave work on time
  • Put yourself first
  • Say “no” if needed (respectfully)
  • Schedule a doctor appointment for something you’ve been putting off (no matter how small the concern – dentist, eye doctor, mental health, etc. doesn’t matter!)
  • Go for a walk (with or without your pets)
  • Take a hot/cold bath
 
100 Point Activities-
  • Ask for help at work (doesn’t matter for what)
  • Don’t respond to work related calls/texts/emails off the clock
  • Drink your water
  • Eat a healthy snack
  • Create an off the clock message template to send to people from work
  • Give someone in Vet Med a compliment
  • Take a social media break (after challenge of course)
 
250 Point Activities-
  • Call in if you’re sick (this includes mental health days)
  • Take or schedule sick/PTO/Vacation time
  • Talk to someone (friends, family, therapist, spouse, etc.)
  • Apply for our grant (to be entered into getting a free session with Therapy Unleashed)
  • Sign up for Veterinary Wellbeing Buddy Membership for wellness workshops and an exclusive veterinary community using code NAVN for 50% off your first month!
  • Make a Vet Med essentials survival kit/basket for someone you appreciate. (Share and tag us!)
 
 
ACTIVITY GOAL
COMPLETED: 0 points
TARGET: 200,000 points
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 0 miles
TARGET: 1,000 miles
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: $ 50
TARGET: $ 5,000
You must go on adventures to find out where you truly belong. ~ Sue Fitzmaurice
Come join us and leave your footprints around the paw print!
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
NOT ANOTHER VET NURSE
Not Another Vet Nurse helps provide mental health financial assistance to veterinary professionals. Shedding awareness on mental health and suicide within veterinary medicine.

Read more about the organization >>

HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
Any funds raised in this Mental Wellness Challenge will be used to help Veterinary Professionals have access to mental healthcare and resources.

We offer access to an Employee Assistance Program through CurLinc which has free access to up to 3 sessions per mental health concern, as well as additional resources for life and financial help.

Additionally, this year we will start offering 1 free Veterinary Therapy session with a Licensed Veterinary Social Working through Therapy Unleashed to one Veterinary Professional who applies and qualifies. We also donate to those in need during natural disasters or the loss of a loved one.
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.