Finding and Empowering Your Supporters
Many of our top crowdfunders say that the support of their friends, family, and community (aka supporters) is key to their fundraising success. Why is that?
When your aunt emails your classroom page link to her church group, or your bestie makes a post about the school supplies you need, your fundraising page has the potential to reach new donors from outside your normal social circle.
Many teachers also report that having someone else share their page and ask for donations feels less awkward.
Don’t be shy, supporters tell us that they feel great knowing this small action makes a big difference. Take it from Lisa, who has helped her daughter raise over $2,000:
“I knew other people who would love to support Katie, so I sent it to a few people. The rest is history. It was just amazing. Every time she got a donation, you could just see the excitement in her. It was worth every brief second that it took me to hit that button to send it to people.”
Who Can Be A Supporter?
A supporter can be almost anyone who cares about supporting teachers and promoting equity in education. Here are just a few examples of people who might want to support a teacher’s classroom:
Supporters may also be donors, but they don’t have to be! Sharing a teacher’s classroom page link can be just as helpful as making a donation. Keep reading to find step-by-step instructions for finding and sharing a classroom page link.
Where Can I Find My Classroom Page Link to Send to Supporters?
Your AdoptAClassroom.org fundraising page link is a unique website URL that allows people to donate directly to your classroom. It’s an important piece of information because it’s the easiest way for people to make a tax-deductible donation directly to you.
Check out this blog post for step-by-step instructions for how to find and share your classroom page link, or watch the video below.
How Should I Ask Someone To Be a Supporter and Share My Page?
Send Them This Helpful Article
For eager supporters, we’ve put together this article with easy-to-use fundraising templates. With 15 minutes and their phone or computer, supporters can start to make a difference.
Customize One of These Templates
General Ask: Friends & Family
General Ask: Friends & Family
Hey (their name),
You’ve always been a big supporter of me and my students. Would you be willing to share my AdoptAClassroom.org fundraising page with people you know? A quick social media post, text, or email from you could make a big difference for my class!
All the money donated to my AdoptAClassroom.org classroom page goes directly to me, so I can purchase supplies. You can even find some downloadable images and ideas on what to say. Check it out: https://www.adoptaclassroom.org/2024/11/12/3-easy-and-free-ways-to-support-a-teacher/
Here’s my fundraising page link: (insert your classroom page link)
Thank You!
(Your name)
General Ask: Acquaintance
Dear (their name),
It was so nice to meet you the other day! I had a great time chatting with you about my classroom. Would you be interested in an easy way to support my students?
Sharing my AdoptAClassroom.org fundraising page with your network via text, email, or social media only takes a few minutes, but can make a big difference. You can even find some downloadable images and ideas on what to say. Check it out: https://www.adoptaclassroom.org/2024/11/12/3-easy-and-free-ways-to-support-a-teacher/
All of the money donated to my AdoptAClassroom.org fundraising page goes directly to me, so I can purchase supplies for my students to (insert details here)
Here’s my classroom page link: (insert your classroom page link)
With gratitude,
(Your name)
Specific Project Fundraising Ask
Hi (their name),
I wanted to tell you about a special project that I am working on to support my students. We are trying to raise funds to purchase (supplies needed) as part of our (name of project/field trip/etc). These items will (describe the impact of what you’re fundraising for).
Would you be willing to share my AdoptAClassroom.org fundraising page with your network via text, email, or social media?
Donations to AdoptAClassroom.org are tax-deductible, and all of the money donated to my page goes directly towards supplies for my students and classroom. They even provide some images and ideas for what to say when you post: https://www.adoptaclassroom.org/2024/11/12/3-easy-and-free-ways-to-support-a-teacher/
Here’s my classroom page link: (insert your classroom page link)
Thank you for your support!
(Your name)
Supporter Story: How Students & Their Caregivers Helped Brenda Fundraise
Brenda, an elementary school PE teacher, has mastered the art of getting students and their caregivers involved in fundraising.
After the tragic loss of a student to childhood cancer, Brenda’s school raised roughly $40,000 to build an obstacle course in his memory. One reason their crowdfunding effort was so successful is that Brenda helped students and their families get involved every step of the way.
Ultimately, they were able to grieve and grow through the process.
Here’s what Tess, the parent of one of Brenda’s students said they felt about being a supporter:
My daughter Hazel was thrilled to be asked to be a part of the fundraising committee. She has a big heart and this was a great opportunity for her to see that she could make an impact.
I wrote a personal email to my coworkers explaining the fundraiser and that my daughter was part of the committee. I included one of Brenda’s flyers as well for informational purposes, along with the link.
My daughter was so proud to know that her mom and her mom’s work friends had contributed, and that made me proud to have been a part of their success.