GoBASICS Tijuana Fundraising

Here's a video reminder of why we travel to Tijuana... ...and do this important work!

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,...

Below are files you can use for your social media posts to help you fundraise for your trip to Tijuana. Feel free to download these images to use in your social media fundraising. They are available to use right away or you can customize/ edit them as you see fit to help you hit your fundraising goals. Facebook Cover Images Other Images (Instagram Ready)

Follow these first steps to set up your campaign and begin fundraising: Create your page.  Your Crowdrise account is your fundraising base where you’ll customize your homepage, share your story, send emails, and access fundraising tools. See more information here about how to set up and access your Crowdrise account. Raise the bar. We recommend setting your goal above the $500 minimum (how does $1,000 sound?). It’s probably easier to exceed the minimum than you expect! And there are some great reasons to do so: you'll be helping more people and potentially getting some sweet swag in the process . Make your first ask!   Post on social media, email your BFF, call your mom—tell the world what you’re trying to accomplish. People will be blown away by what you’re about to do, and want to support you. We've even made some social media images ready for you to use right away.   And also see other tips about asking others for donations from a star fundraiser. ...