Fundraising Tips & Tools

Funds raised during the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride support the life-saving mission of Lone Star Circle of Care’s Big Pink Bus. The Big Pink Bus offers accessible and affordable breast cancer screenings throughout Central Texas on its state-of-the-art mobile mammography bus. Early detection of breast cancer saves lives! Use these tips and share your personal connection to the Mamma Jamma cause and soon you’ll have met, or exceeded, your fundraising goal.

Start Now

There's no time like the present – the sooner you start, the more you can raise!

Ask Everyone. Really.

Think about the people you know – friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, classmates, and more. You’ll find many have a personal connection to the cause and are eager to support your ride and the Mamma Jamma Ride mission.

Facebook Fundraising

Mamma Jamma riders are able to connect their personal fundraising pages on Classy to their Facebook pages and get donations fast! Follow these easy steps to integrate these tools and make asking and donating super easy for both you and your donors:

1) Log in to your Mamma Jamma Classy Fundraising Page
2) Click "Manage" on the top right corner
3) Select "Facebook" from the menu bar
4) Connect to your Facebook page
5) "View" your fundraising page
6) Share to your profile
7) Invite your Facebook friends to donate

Need help? Click here for a step-by-step guide to setting up your Facebook fundraising from your Mamma Jamma page.

It’s important to ask your network for a donation at least 3 times throughout your fundraising efforts. Here’s how to reshare your Facebook fundraiser:

Log in to Classy

Click on "Manage" in the top right corner

Click on "View" in the top right corner

Click on "Share"

Click on "Share to News Feed"

Write a post and share

It is estimated that by connecting your Mamma Jamma fundraising page on Classy to your Facebook page you will increase your fundraising total by an average of $150. If you haven't started fundraising yet, add the power of Facebook to your Mamma Jamma fundraising efforts and kick things off in a big way.

Employer Matching Gifts

A great way to boost your fundraising is through employer matching gifts. Check with your employer for information about a matching gift program at your company, and encourage your donors to do the same. Remember to direct matching funds directly to Lone Star Circle of Care (EIN 74-3001674) and designate for the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride. Matching funds received by Lone Star Circle of Care for Texas Mamma Jamma Ride will be credited to the fundraiser responsible for the gift.

Please note: If you have had an employer matching gift to Mamma Jamma in the past, you will need to update your individual payroll donation and company match information so that funds now go directly to Lone Star Circle of Care (EIN 74-3001674) and are designated for the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride.

Share Your Fundraising Link

When sending emails, it is important to share your fundraising link. Read more about how to share your Classy fundraising link in emails.

Aim High

Set a fundraising goal that seems just a little out of reach. A $1,500 or more lets you strut a Big Wig Jersey. And, most importantly, reaching higher provides even more support to your friends and neighbors fighting and surviving breast cancer.

Give to Yourself, Even Monthly

Lead by example by being your first donor. Set up a recurring, monthly donation using your credit card. It’s an easy way to meet your minimum and shows your donors your personal commitment to the cause.

Set Up Your Fundraising Page & Tell Your Story

Your fundraising page includes your own web page to tell your story. Customize it with pictures and update often with your ride progress. Read more about how to edit your fundraising page.

Make it Personal

Talk about your connection to the cause and why you’re inspired to participate.

Thank Donors and Share Your Adventures

Update your donors on your fundraising and training progress. Your enthusiasm is inspiring and they just might increase their donation.

Get Social

Social media is a great way to attract and engage your donors. Post photos, videos, updates and public thank you’s create a buzz and keep your Texas Mamma Jamma Ride top of mind with your networks. Be sure to tag #mammajammaride when you post.

Ask Again

It’s okay to ask more than once. We all get busy and sometimes just need a reminder.

Little Things – They Add Up!

Add a short sentence to your email signature with a link to your personal fundraising page.
Update your voicemail message. This will alert everyone who calls you that you’re up to something special! Let them know that you need their support!

Have Fun!

We are very serious about fighting breast cancer. The Texas Mamma Jamma Ride is also about having fun. The combination of having fun and having a huge, positive impact on people fighting breast cancer will be a very empowering and rewarding experience for you.