Create your own fundraising website

Fundraising online is a great way to keep track of your activity! We have made it even easier for you to support us by providing an online fundraising tool so you can build your own fundraising website. In just minutes you can build your own page and approach your supporters for a donation by emailing around the unique link of your webpage.

Before you begin fundraising you must have received your authority to fundraise letter from us. Please submit an application to fundraise to register.

To build your own fundraising website, click on your state: ACT | NSW | VIC

Starting out

If you have not decided what fundraising activity to organise we suggest that you check out our
A-Z of Fundraising Ideas.

There are lot's of first-time fundraisers, so don't be daunted by the task. We are here to help you as much as possible. To help you out we have answered some questions you may have. If you have any other questions please contact us.

You must submit the Fundraising Activity Application Form to let us know about your planned activity. Once you have received your authority to fundraise, you're ready to get started.

How do I plan and host a fundraising event?

Successful events require good planning. Start as early as possible and think carefully about everything that needs to be completed for the event to be a success. Have a look at planning an event as a guide to factors you need to think about.

Prepare a checklist. This prevents you from forgetting what you have/haven't already done. Click here to view a Sample Event Checklist.

Prepare a Running Sheet. This provides an outline of what needs to happen, when it needs to occur and who needs to do it. Click here to view a Sample Running Sheet.

When preparing a Running Sheet make sure that it:

• has specific timeframes.
• identifies all roles required: speakers, special guests, VIPs
• is distributed to all people responsible at least 3 days before the event.

We have a series of guides on how to run an event, these can be viewed these on our Event templates page.

How do I ask someone for sponsorship or a donation?

Asking someone to give you money or goods can appear to be difficult, but once you've made your first attempt and received a donation it does get much easier!

When asking for a donation:

• be clear why you are asking for the donation.
• give details about your event.
• explain the money fundraised will go to MS Australia.
• offer to promote them at your event.

How do I promote my event?

Some tips for writing invitations and promotional material:

• write short sentences and paragraphs.
• always write from a positive perspective, using appropriate words and phrases.
• choose a catchy headline.
• essential information includes who what where when and why.
• double check that your contact details appear and are correct.

Say THANK YOU!!

Whatever fundraising activity you have held, it is important to thank everyone involved.

Sending a short thank you letter is an easy way to make sure you've acknowledged the support you have received. Let these people know how much money was raised at the event, especially if they made a financial contribution or donated a prize.

You should say thank you as soon as possible after your event has happened. Click here to view a Sample Thank You Letter.

Where do I send the money I raise?

All funds raised must be received by MS Australia within 1 month of the fundraising activity.

Do not send cash by post as there is a risk that it will not reach us:

• send a cheque.
• deliver personally to your state office.
• deposit directly in into our bank account using the deposit slip provided in your receipt books.

If you deposit directly into our account, let us know the date and amount of the deposit and return your receipt book
to us.