My husband is riding the Pan Mass Challenge and needs to fundraise. Any ideas for fund raisers?|135918

The Pan Mass Challenge is a 180 mile bike ride across Massachusetts that supports cancer research for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA. Riders need to raise $3400.00 to participate. We have sent letters out to friends and family but need to do more to raise the money. We_d appreciate any ideas for fundraisers!

I walked the 3 Day Avon Walk and did the same as you. In addition to that, I invited people to my home and had a representative come in to speak to my group. My guests were so impressed that they wrote checks that day. All you would need to do is provide some appetizers and drinks.

It was easier than waiting for response from the letters. It is very difficult to raise money but I know you will do it. Contact them for tips. I volunteered in Cambridge for two years before my walk and they were great with ideas for marketing.

It is hard to approach people though. Have you tried mailing to your doctors and dentists? Maybe your friends can post something at their office to help out. I don_t know when the race is but a golf tournament might be an option.

I agree with asking your coffee shops and restaurants if you can place a container for your local hero. Do you belong to any Chamber of Commerce?

Good Luck and God Speed! I am proud of your heroism.

You could ask local business to donate items and raffle them off.
Ask local business where you frequent for lunch or coffee and ask if you can leave a can for donations. UNO Pizzeria also allows you to have a party night. You set up a night and ask friends, family, coworkers, etc. to eat at UNOs that day and UNOs will give you a percentage back. Other places may do that as well.