ABOUT ELEVATE FREEDOM 2023 CAMPAIGN
 
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You can Elevate Freedom for women exploited in some of the darkest places in our world! This family-friendly campaign is for anyone who has heard of trafficking and exploitation and wants to make a difference. Together we can bring freedom to women and children who are being exploited, all while also investing in your own health.
 
 
Elevate Freedom is a 50-day challenge that invites you to hike, walk, run, move and groove to the beat of empowerment! No matter if you’re an elite hiker scaling Mt. Rainer or plan on conquering daily walks around your neighborhood, you are welcomed and wanted, and YOU can make a difference. With every mile you log, you will be actively empowering a woman to take her own steps forward into freedom—steps that she now doesn’t have to take alone! Registration opens June 1st and activity tracking runs June 11th – July 31st.
 
 
This year our goal is to raise $25,000 for Not Abandoned’s expansion of their Freedom Center in Pattaya, Thailand. Every dollar raised will go towards the launch of our new and larger day center that provides a safe place for women recovering from exploitation. Here they plug into a healthy family of support with trauma care and employment opportunities that provide stability, empowerment, and freedom. (More on this project here.)
 
 
 
We understand that fundraising can sometimes be intimidating. To make your campaign stress-free, we’ve provided a helpful Dropbox folder full of tips, trick, and promo goodies. If you have any questions or ideas on additional content that would be helpful to use with your campaign, please feel free to reach out to Alex at alexm@notabandoned.org. Now, get out there with confidence, you’ve got this!
 
 
OUR COMMUNITY
FITNESS GOAL
COMPLETED: 17,262 miles
TARGET: 10,000 miles
FUNDRAISING GOAL
RAISED: $ 11,109
TARGET: $ 25,000
HOW IT WORKS
Register for the campaign and set your fitness & fundraising targets.
Click here to set-up your devices (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple Watch, Google Fit, 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 ABANDONED
Not Abandoned empowers freedom for women exploited in the darkest places around the world.

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HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS
I know that when it comes to injustice as complex as the exploitation of women, it can be overwhelming knowing how to help. That’s why I’m excited to join the Elevate Freedom campaign benefiting Not Abandoned-- I get to actually make a difference in the lives of women and children being exploited, and I get to do it all while also challenging myself to be healthier!

I will be logging my miles completed through walks, runs, and hikes (for bonus points!) and I am asking that you join me as a sponsor in this campaign. Every step I take is an act of allyship and support to the women and children Not Abandoned works with through the passionate and strategic Freedom Centers. These girls deserve to have a chance at freedom. They deserve our support. The road to freedom and empowerment can be long, but she doesn’t have to walk it alone!

This year our goal is to raise $25,000 for Not Abandoned’s expansion of their Freedom Center in Pattaya, Thailand. Every dollar raised will go directly towards the equipping of this newly renovated day center that provides a safe place for women recovering from exploitation. Here they plug into a healthy family of support with trauma care and employment opportunities that provide stability, empowerment, and freedom. (More on this project here.)

It takes a community to sustain freedom. I’d like to invite you to help make a difference through supporting me, and my steps forward, in this Elevate Freedom campaign. Would you consider donating $25 or more towards this goal? Because of the hope created through these efforts with Not Abandoned, your generosity is literally changing the destiny of a woman’s, life one step at a time! Thank you for being a part of my support community and for helping to ELEVATE FREEDOM!
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, Google Fit, 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.