Our #StepUp4Community Virtual Marathon is a chance for anyone, anywhere, anytime to participate and support at risk youth in Boston and Cambridge. This is a virtual marathon walk/run of 26.2 miles to be completed anytime before the end of 2017. You can walk or run all at once or you can spread out your miles over time.
Sign up for the Community Call Team, your company team, or create your own team! Registration is free but a $26 registration fee is suggested. Each participant is asked to target a $260 fundraising with all funds benefiting Community Call (a 501C3). Any team can have their own fundraising page. Company and team sponsorships are encouraged but not required. Registration is open through 2017 and accepted at anytime.
Steps are tracked through a free software download available for IOS and Androids with a link provided at the time of your registration. Enter your goals on the app and you are ready to go! Our goal is to raise $26,000 with 100 participants!
Show off your participation and progress with friends and family on twitter, Instagram and FaceBook using #StepUp4Community. Share your stories and pictures and you may be featured on our website and social media!
Find us on line at:
▹ Instagram @communitycall
▹ Twitter @community_call
▹ Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCallBoston
▹ Our website at www.communitycall.org
Amazon gift certificates awarded to individual fundraisers as follows:
▹ $250 raised - $20 Amazon Gift Card
▹ $500 raised - $40 Amazon Gift Card
▹ $750 raised - $60 Amazon Gift Card
▹ $1000 raised - $100 Amazon Gift Card
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
COMMUNITY CALL
Community Call's mission is to develop life, leadership, and job readiness skills through civic engagement and empowerment for Boston high school at-risk and opportunity youth. Our student-centered approach provides personalized learning through student produced community events and projects on social issues that they choose to address. Students take ownership of their learning and their impact on the community by incorporating leadership, teamwork, innovation, and critical thinking skills. Our program brings together youth, businesses, educational institutions, nonprofits, and government partners to expand student learning outside the classroom to provide opportunities for life. Our vision is One Boston with all aspects of the community collaborating to maximize opportunities and positive outcomes for Boston youth.
Proceeds from the funds raised will support our mission for youth development, civic engagement and youth empowerment for at risk and opportunity youth in Boston and Cambridge. Funds support student programming and events that benefits youth and the community, changing lives – one event at a time. For more information, please visit our website at www.communitycall.org.
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?
Download the Charity Footprints' iOS or Android app and track your workouts toward this campaign.
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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.
