Social media tips
Want to let people know what you are up to on social media?
Top tips on maximising your fundraising online
Here are our top tips for making the most out of your fundraising.
1. Add a profile pic
Adding a profile picture makes your page feel personal and can reassure donors that they’re in the right place. A perfect excuse for a selfie of you in your Team Pancreatic Cancer UK vest or to share a picture of you and your loved one.
2. Personalise your page with why you’re running.
Make your page your own! Writing your story on why you’re running helps your supporters connect to your journey and can encourage them to donate. If you’re not sure what to write why not check out our top tips here.
3. Set yourself a target
Having your fundraising target on your page can be super motivating for both you and your donors. Plus, people love helping others reach their goals so some might just donate a little bit extra to help you get there!
4. Keep on sharing!
You’re doing something amazing to help those affected by pancreatic cancer so don’t be shy about shouting about it! Share your fundraising page regularly and don’t be afraid to keep sharing. Hit a fundraising milestone or absolutely smashed a training run? Let everyone know and share on your social media.
There will also be a lot of your family, friends and colleagues who are not on social media but would love to support you so share your page directly either via email, WhatsApp or text! You could even add it to your email signature so everyone can see.
And remember to keep sharing on and after the marathon as lots of donations come in after the big day.
5. Connect to your page to Strava or fitness apps
Let everyone know how hard you’ve been training for this incredible challenge by sharing your training progress. This can help people feel part of your journey and inspire people to donate!
6. Keep everyone updated
Let your supporters know how you are doing and follow your progress by posting updates on your page! They’ll love following your journey and cheering you on every step of the way.
7. Self donate
Self-donating can show your commitment to the cause and inspires others to donate too. Did you know people who donate to their own page raise an incredible 84% more?
8. Say Thank you!
Don’t forget to thank your donors! Thanking your donors and letting them know how much their support means to you makes a big difference, fundraisers who thank their donors raise 20% more on average.