Fundraising Intro

The primary goals of this event are raising funds and providing further exposure for Chai Lifeline, a fantastic organization. This event is the first of its kind for Chai Lifeline and has become a huge success as well as an annual highlight.

The fundraising commitment for the ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon is $3,600 for each member of Team Lifeline traveling within the United States and Canada, and $4,500 for each participant requiring travel from abroad. Runners/walkers who do not need airfare or lodging are required to raise a minimum of $3,000 each. There is also a special reduced fundraising requirement of $3,000 for participants of family teams (parent-child, husband wife, or sibling team).

Participants who reach their fundraising commitment will receive

Airfare to and from their home cities and Miami
Hotel accommodations for three nights
Race registration fees for either the marathon or half-marathon
Team t-shirts
Pre-race pasta party and post-race victory party.

Shabbat meals (Friday night and Shabbat lunch) are available at an extra cost.

In order to help you through the fundraising process we have provided some fundraising ideas and strategies. Below you will find sample fundraising letters, information on matching gifts, and other helpful pointers.

Fundraising 101
Sample Fundraising Letters/Emails
Sample Thank You Letters/Emails
Matching Gifts Information
Timeline