Why We Travel

Here's a video reminder of why we travel to Tijuana...


...and do this important work!

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Social Media Tips from a $5000 Fundraiser

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From 2012 to 2014, Greg Ripa participated in AIDS/LifeCycle, a 500+ mile fundraising ride that raises money for HIV/AIDS services for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the Los Angeles LGBT Center. The fundraising minimum was $3,000 per year and Greg raised over $3,500 the first year, over $5,500 the second year, and over $4,500 the third year. That's raising least $700 per month for 5 months in a row! Below are some tips and tricks on how to raise this kind of money so that you can be successful in reaching your fundraising goal for Tijuana. Sample custom Facebook cover image from 2013 Remember that you'll need to set up your Crowdrise account before implementing any of the tips and tricks shown below. Ask, Ask, Ask You'll want to ask people in any way you can... in person, by email, and on social media.  Email The best way to ask people is by email. Make sure you write their name, and if possible, include a personalized line or two about them. ...
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Email Sample Letters

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Now that you've seen some tips and tricks from a $5,000 fundraiser , here are a couple of more example emails from others who have been to Tijuana in the past. Remember that you'll need to set up your Crowdrise account before sending any of the sample emails below. If you need to understand how these form letters work, please read the tips and tricks from the $5,000 fundraiser . Sample Letter 1 Hi <<NAME>>, <<PERSONAL MESSAGE>> For the 15 th year, my church, St Julie’s, is going to Tijuana, Mexico to build 5 houses for the poor. I’m looking forward to joining the team when it travels again to Tijuana this summer from <<DATES>> . But I need your help. Each of the participants has been asked to raise $500 by June 1 st . The money goes towards the cost of construction materials and supplies as well as the community outreach programs with mothers and children. I would greatly appreciate any contribution that you can provide,...
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The 2019 Club

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Set your goal to $2,019 or more and you’re in! The 2019 Club consists of individual participants who have set their goals at $2,019 or above for the 2019 Tijuana immersion program trip. Membership Benefits Access to FREE, personalized business cards to help you network and fundraise. The Fundraising Director will work with you to set up personalized and they’ll be mailed right to your door! Special incentive gifts and recognition Ready to join?   Set your Crowdrise account goal to at least $2,019, talk with the leadership team to order your cards, and announce on social media how raising over $2019 will make a positive difference in the lives of many.
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