ABOUT 2023 100,000 REASONS CHALLENGE CAMPAIGN
 
Blood Clot Awareness Month - 100,000 Reasons Challenge
 
"anyBODY Can Get a Blood Clot"
 

Blood clots do not discriminate. They can affect anyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, or race. Join the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) 100,000 Reasons Challenge as we urgently race to Stop the Clot®. Sign up to ride, run, walk, or move your body during this 31-day virtual challenge in March. Make your miles matter and help us raise $100,000 and reach 100,000 people in honor of the 100,000 who die each year from preventable blood clots. All proceeds support the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) and are 100% tax-deductible.

 

Here’s how it works:

  • Register as an individual or as a team and consider fundraising to unlock prizes and help support NBCA programs.
  • Set your own mileage and fundraising goals!
  • Ride, run, walk, or move your body and track your miles any time between March 1 and March 31.
  • Automatically sync your fitness device to the charity footprints IOS or Android app to track your miles. You can also track your miles manually.
  • Encourage your friends and families to participate by inviting them to join the Challenge!
 
It takes a village to raise awareness – so see your state light up on the community map when you register for the Challenge. Help us light up all 50 states this year! Check out our toolkit to help you get started.
 

How does my donation help? All donations benefit the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) and support programs like our monthly patient education event, “PEP Talk” and Community Thrombassador Program, develop new patient resources, such as our New Patient Guide, and participation in ongoing research efforts, such as the CLUES Mental Health Study. To learn more about NBCA and the impact of your donation visit us at stoptheclot.org.

#Racetostoptheclot

Incentives & Giveaway Items

Start fundraising today and unlock some great prizes! Each fundraising milestone unlocks a new prize. All prizes will be sent to participants between April and May 2023.
 
 
$100 Raised

Custom Blood Clot Awareness Month T-Shirt

T-shirt Design Contest Being Held until February 1st. Check out the link here for more details.

 
 
$250 Raised
Coffee Mug

(plus all prizes listed above)

 
 
$500 Raised
Tote Bag

(plus all prizes listed above)

 
$1,000 Raised
NBCA Hoodie

(plus all prizes listed above)

 
 
$2,500+ Raised
Choice of Running or Cycling Performance Jersey

(plus all prizes listed above)

 
 
 
 
OUR COMMUNITY
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 24,272 miles
TARGET: 25,000 miles
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: $ 47,854
TARGET: $ 100,000
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
NATIONAL BLOOD CLOT ALLIANCE
The National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, voluntary health organization dedicated to advancing the prevention, early diagnosis, and successful treatment of life-threatening blood clots such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Read more about the organization >>

HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
Your participation will raise critical funds to help support and grow NBCA’s life-saving programs including the Sports and Wellness Institute and enhance the vision of creating a future in which fewer lives are lost to preventable blood clots through increased awareness, prevention, education, and treatment.
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?

Campaign registration fee is the amount that you'll need to pay to enroll in this virtual race. This fee (less transaction charges) will go to the non-profit running this campaign as a donation.

The registration fee along with the funds raised through your individual fundraising page will enable the non-profit to fund various programs and pursue their organization's mission.

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 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.