Welcome to Sojourn at the 2012 Los Angeles Marathon
Run For Her Life
Register today for the 2012 Los Angeles Marathon or 5K and raise urgently needed funds for battered women and their children. To register, click here, and don't forget to indicate that you are running for Sojourn.
Since 1977, Sojourn Services For Battered Women And Their Children has provided services to meet the emergency and long-term needs of domestic violence victims and provide education and technical assistance to the community. For the 17th year, Sojourn is an Official Charity of the LA Marathon. Help Sojourn provide battered women and their children a safe space to regroup, rebuild, and reestablish their self-esteem and lives. Join us by running, walking, or volunteering at our water station. The 5k event is on Saturday, March 17th, 2012 and the Marathon is on Sunday, March 18th, 2012.
Raising Money...Where Do I Begin?
When people you know find out that you are training for a marathon and raising money for a great cause, they’ll be excited and want to support you. But first, you must tell them why you are doing it and ask for their help.
The basic rule of fundraising is very simple: To raise money, you must ASK for it.
But if asking people for a donation makes you uncomfortable, think of it this way: When you ask someone for a contribution, you are providing them with an opportunity to support a cause you believe in and make a difference.
Most Americans donate to charity every year, so you're not asking for anything unusual. No matter how much is given - every donation is needed.
Who Do I Ask?
Make a list of everyone you know, not just those who you think would donate. Include your friends relatives, neighbors, co-workers, clients, former classmates, doctor, dentist, lawyer, barber or hairdresser, manicurist, dog walker, PTA members, etc. The more, the better!
Ways to Ask
There are several ways to ask for money. You can send letters or emails, you can pick up the phone, or you can ask them in person. Once you register you will automatically receive your own fundraising website which can be personalized. From here you can email all those people on your list and they can make donations online in support of your efforts. 100% of their donation will go to Sojourn.
