Getting Fundraising For Charity Marathons

Every year,millions of people join no less than 500 marathon events all around the world. In most cases, the participants are serious runners who want to improve their personal record and be famous. However, some marathons are held only to raise funds for a charitable cause. Such marathon events are known as charity marathon. One of the most well-known charity marathons is the London Marathon which began in 1981. For 2011, Oxfam would receive its proceeds. Nevertheless, it is also a serious marathon event where it runs over 26 miles and 385 yards.

Similarly, one can also participate in charity marathons dedicated for a certain advocacy. Whether the focus is directed towards raising awareness for animal cruelty or a certain disease, the following advise can help you raise funds for a charity marathon:

Search for a training program in your locality. There are several large health organizations that often hold annual charity marathons which you can join. After selecting one, join the training session as soon as possible. Learn more about the fundraising as well as the training schedule. Never miss the training sessions.

Send fundraising letters to everybody. There is a noble reason why you are enlisting a charity marathon so make sure you tell all your friends, relatives, co-workers, loved ones and even neighbors. You never know who would be sympathizing with your cause after all.Tap the internet and blog about your event. Tell the story behind the charity marathons you are involved with.

Buy the right equipment. It is very necessary that you have the right shoes for your training. Solicit advice in shoe stores in figuring out the right running shoes for you. The shoes must be durable for a long run yet comfortable so you won’t get any blisters nor injury. Look also for the right socks as well as clothing that can absorb sweat fast.

Manage all the funds. Show gratitude to people that send you funds and update them so they know what happened.

The next time, raising money for whatever charity marathons that you participate at is easier once people know you are dedicated and trustworthy.