Everesting Cycling Fest:
Fundraising Templates
Template for a personal message
Hey <<insert name>>,
I have signed up and have been preparing for New Hope Community Bikes' annual fundraiser, Everesting. My team will be attempting 88 laps collectively on October 5 at Fifty Road in Hamilton, Ontario, to raise funds for the programs that NHCB offers. By supporting me in this challenge, you will help grow a safe and strong cycling community through programs that facilitate:
Cycling education in schools and communities
Women’s programming
Indigenous bike programming
Affordable workshops and repairs
<<Insert 2-3 sentences as to why you are doing this fundraiser>>
My goal is to raise <<$350 or your amount>> to contribute to my group’s collective total. Each donation of $20 or more will receive a charitable receipt. Would you be willing to help me reach my goal, knowing that your support will help more people gain safe and equitable access to bikes and cycling education?
Thank you for considering supporting my team!
**Some hyperlinks don’t work as a copy and paste to social media posts or messages so don’t forget to link your Zeffy fundraising page either after your DM or direct them for a link in your bio**
Template for a fundraising email 1
Hello <<insert name>>,
I’ve signed up and been preparing for New Hope Community Bikes' annual fundraiser, Everesting. <<insert a personal reason why you are doing this fundraiser>>
On October 5, my team will attempt 88 laps at 50 Road to raise funds for New Hope’s programs. By supporting me in this challenge, you'll help build a safe, strong cycling community through:
Cycling education in schools and communities
Women's programming
Indigenous bike programming
Affordable workshops and repairs
My personal goal is to raise <<INSERT AMOUNT>> as part of our team's collective effort. I’m hoping you’ll consider contributing in any way you can. Donations over $20 will receive a charitable receipt. <<INSERT YOUR ZEFFY FUNDRAISING PAGE AND HYPERLINK>> DONATE HERE.
Would you be willing to help me reach my goal and support greater access to safe, equitable cycling for all? Just $5/student helps cut the cost of the Ride Smart program by over 50%, making it easier for New Hope to reach more schools and ensure priority schools have access.
Thank you for considering supporting my team, and the vision and mission of New Hope.
Be well and ride bikes,
Template for a fundraising email 2
Hello,
I trust this message finds you well. I am excited about participating in an exceptional cycling event - Everesting. More significantly, this event serves as an opportunity to support the mission of New Hope Community Bikes, an important cycling charity located in Hamilton, Ontario.
New Hope Community Bikes is dedicated to fostering community through the common love of cycling, not just in Hamilton, but also in communities throughout Ontario. NHCB takes pride in the diverse range of programs it offers, including Ride Smart, Cycling Without Age, Tour de Cafe, Basic Bike Repair courses, and an Indigenous Bicycle Program that provides bicycle repair skills, safety knowledge, and cycling proficiency to youth in northern and remote communities. These programs empower individuals, provides a sense of purpose, offers affordable transportation, and the opportunity for recreation and mobility. New Hope Community Bikes is committed to creating safe, inclusive, and equitable access to cycling resources that caters to the needs of both seasoned and novice cyclists, from all walks of life.
The work carried out by New Hope Community Bikes occupies a crucial space, as cycling is not always an affordable activity or means of transportation for everyone. Each day, they welcome customers who are delighted to have access to a space where they can repair their bicycles, seek guidance, and procure cost-effective components or bicycles. New Hope Community Bikes plays an integral role in the Hamilton community, and your support will enable them to continue their valuable work while expanding the programs they have identified as essential for the cycling community in Hamilton and beyond.