Pledge Raising Tips

Pledges raised support Big Brothers' mentoring programs for children. Bowlers are asked to raise a minimum $50 each and only need to raise $150 to earn an incentive prize. Need some help asking for that first pledge? Click here for some tips.

It's easy. Just be creative and have fun. Here are some ideas to help you get started right away:

  • Request pledges from family, friends, clients and colleagues with your personal online pledging page
  • Make your office sing Oh Canada every morning and collect pledges
  • Gather donations and put together a theme basket for raffle, including maple syrup, a DVD of Kids in the Hall and a CD of the Barenaked Ladies or the Tragically Hip
  • Challenge co-workers, other departments or other companies to raise the most pledges
  • Offer an incentive prize within your company
  • Double your pledges by asking your company to enroll in the Corporate Gift program

 

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"I do everything I can to raise pledges. In fact, my family benefited from Big Brothers' programs so I know firsthand that the pledges are well utilized. I tell all my contacts every dollar counts and that no pledge is too small. I approach customers and friends who pledged me in the past and ask them to do the same this year or challenge them to increase the amount. Following up with people who have promised support also really helps my total.

-Pollyanna Chow, Scotiabank
$1,000 Club Member

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