Walk, run or ride as a labor or love for young heroes and heroines who face a critical health crisis from January 1 through Valentine's Day in the Here to Serve New Year's Fitness Challenge. Let your steps and donations lead the way to renewed hope for a parent or spouse on a critical medical journey they neither asked for nor imagined they would have to take with their child or spouse. One in five people in the next 12 months will experience the life-threatening health crisis of a loved one according to the Department of Health and Human Services. "There but for the grace of God go I!"
Here to Serve stands in the gap as families run the race of their life! We coordinate support (meals, laundry, gift cards, child care, fundraising, housecleaning, shopping and so much more) allowing parents to survive the grueling course life has given them. So put on your running shoes and walk, run or ride, not only improve your health and fitness, but to raise funds for those in the race of their life with their critically-ill child or spouse.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
HERE TO SERVE
We believe families with a critically-ill child should not have to lose their job, health, home or enter into bankruptcy to care for their child during a medical crisis. Therefore, we mobilize people and resources to meet daily living requirements of families who do not qualify for government assistance.
To serve more families through our partnership with Children's Hospital LA and Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA our goal is to raise $50,000. For every $4,000 raised we can serve one more family as they take a child or young parent through a life-and-death health crisis providing them support with: meals, fundraising, child and pet care, shopping, laundry and a host of other tasks as well as providing gift cards for gas and other essentials.
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?
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.
