Ava's Heart Keep Moving Challenge is a unique virtual fundraising challenge designed to fit your schedule and keep you healthy.
The challenge is a 6 week fitness challenge. You reach your health goals, while changing lives. Every $ raised goes towards assisting transplant and donor families on their transplant journeys. Let’s get to the heart of the matter ---- Life.
We will provide you with everything you need including: a health tracker, easy-to-use integrated health tracking, and fundraising software.
Join us WHERE you can, WHEN you can.
Step 1: Register NOW with a donation for $30.
Step 2: Get your family, friends, school, and colleagues activated - it’s easy! Set goals and have people sponsor you. Let friends know what you’re up to and track your fitness/fundraising goals on your own designated page. By committing to your own well-being, you inspire people in your community and impact others around the world. The more people you tell, the quicker you’ll reach your goals and we'll reach our goals.
Step 3: Sync your Fitbit. Don't have a Fitbit? No problem. You can Download the FREE App for iOS or Android to track your workout awesomeness.
Step 4: Share your progress with friends and invite everyone you know to make a donation.
It all translates to steps: If you’re moving, keep track! Walk, run, bike, jog, hula, swim, belly-dance, hike, yoga, surf, climb, you name it.
Many Options: Me | Challenge a friend | Join a team | Start a team
Many Benefits: Flexible schedule | Improve mind + body | Prizes for top three with the most steps and the most funds raised.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
AVA'S HEART
Ava’s Heart foundation provides critically needed care to transplant families who might not otherwise be able to receive a transplant and to those whose loved ones have given the gift of life and need follow up assistance. The patients served through Ava’s Heart often have difficulty being listed because they need to be able to demonstrate their access to care pre-and post transplant, and they might have a limited understanding of how to search for community resources that can help in this effort. Also integral to our mission is to support donor families, raise awareness and educate the public about the challenges transplant patients face,
The mission of Ava’s Heart is to provide resources and case management support services to transplant patients and their families who would otherwise not be able to access the needed treatments and care. While providing support to the donor, the recipient and their families, Ava’s Heart is also committed to raising public awareness about the need for more organ and tissue donors. There are over 122,000 people nationwide waiting, and 22 people dying everyday waiting for the gift of life.
Funds raised provide resources and case management support services to transplant patients and their families, who would otherwise likely not be able to access the needed treatments and care.
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.
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.
