Fundraising Tips & Incentives
With more than 34 million people affected by lung disease in the US, each and every dollar raised will support lung disease research, educational programs and advocacy efforts. We need your help today to ensure there is a future free of lung disease with healthy air to breathe!
Want to know how to get the most out of your online fundraising efforts? Follow these steps to success:
Make a Donation and Ask Friends & Family to Match It: When you make a personal donation, any amount you're comfortable with, you are demonstrating your commitment to the cause and it will encourage others to donate with confidence.
Make it Personal: If you have a personal reason for participating, share your story on your personal page and send to prospective donors.
Download the App: Available for Apple and Android devices, the Fight For Air Climb app is an easy way to update your personal page, send pre-crafted donation requests, check your fundraising progress, and track your steps all from the palm of your hand. Check out our Fight For Air Climb App Guide.
- Join the conversation on social media: Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn to get the latest event updates plus fundraising tips and contest alerts. Facebook Fundraiser is a great way to let everyone know about your participation in the Fight For Air Climb. Be sure to login to your participant center to get started. Also, check out our How To Create A Facebook Fundraiser guide or our Facebook Fundraiser video to start you on your way!
Use our Fundraising Tools: If you're stuck or need some Climb materials, help is just a click or phone call away. Go to your Participant Center or contact your events staff.
Employer Matched Gifts: Many companies will offer to match an employee's contribution to a charitable organization. For questions regarding your company’s matching gift programs, please contact your employer’s HR department or community giving department. You can also use our company search tool below to see if your employer offers a matching gift program, as well as find information on how to get started.
Make a Donation and Ask Friends & Family to Match It: When you make a personal donation, any amount you're comfortable with, you are demonstrating your commitment to the cause and it will encourage others to donate with confidence.
Make it Personal: If you have a personal reason for participating, share your story on your personal page and send to prospective donors.
Download the App: Available for Apple and Android devices, the Fight For Air Climb app is an easy way to update your personal page, send pre-crafted donation requests, check your fundraising progress, and track your steps all from the palm of your hand. Check out our Fight For Air Climb App Guide.
Use our Fundraising Tools: If you're stuck or need some Climb materials, help is just a click or phone call away. Go to your Participant Center or contact your events staff.
Employer Matched Gifts: Many companies will offer to match an employee's contribution to a charitable organization. For questions regarding your company’s matching gift programs, please contact your employer’s HR department or community giving department. You can also use our company search tool below to see if your employer offers a matching gift program, as well as find information on how to get started.
Make a Self-Donation
All individuals who make a self-donation of $35 or more will receive this official Fight For Air Climb Luggage Tag.
Don't Stop Till You Hit the Top
Top fundraising climbers and teams are recognized through the Fight For Air Climb VIP Club and Summit Club, respectively. The VIP Club acknowledges individual climbers that have raised $500 or more. The Summit Club recognizes teams for raising $5,000 and above.
Fundraising Incentives
People who raise $175 or more will be rewarded with an additional fundraising incentive as a thank you for your hard work. View our flyer to learn what incentives you may be eligible to receive.
Fundraising Prizes
Top fundraising climbers and teams are eligible to win some unique and exciting prizes!
Individual Level $500+
- $250 AZ on the Rocks 1 month family membership
- $300 Whole Health Every Day Gift Certificate
- $200 Target Gift Card
Individual Level $3,000+
- Aqua Vida Med Spa 6 Body Contour Sessions
Team Level $1,000+
- $200 Cheesecake Factory Gift Card
Team Level $2,000+
- $500 Total Wine Private Tasting for up to 20 people