Global Village Fundraising Handbook (Page 39 of 44) in pdf

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of anyway, and let people know the proceeds will go toward your GV Challenge goal. You will be

surprised how many people will be happy to know their purchase is going to a good cause, and many

might ask you about your trip! See page 19, Event-based fundraising, for details on this strategy.

Amaze yourself!

Don’t GV participants already make a donation

to the national organization in their host country?

Global Village program costs include a donation of $400 to $500 per person to the national organization,

plus a donation to cover some of the costs of managing your participation in Global Village.

ese are

considered donations, but they are the actual costs of the sta that supports you, your team leader and

your build project, as well as the costs of the materials for construction.

e additional money raised will

expand the national organization’s ability to build more homes and take on more community improve-

ment projects, and will also allow Global Village to engage more volunteers and improve our services to

participants and leaders.

How can Habitat help me raise money?

Habitat helps you in these ways:

page with the ability to add photos, videos, stories and a personal appeal letter. With the click of a

button, you can share your appeal letter with your email list and with all of your social networks,

and team leaders who are skilled in a variety of fundraising strategies.

ese hour-long calls are a

great way to gain more skills and get feedback on your ideas, coaching on your fundraising challeng-

es and inspiration that will keep you going. Participants are welcome to join or listen to recordings of

as many of these calls as they choose. Topics include using events to raise funds and awareness, who

to ask and for how much, and deciding on the best strategy for you.

support their teams in their fundraising e orts. Ask your team leader what additional support your

team is using, such as calls before the trip to hear about the host program, virtual teams and more.

Can I use the funds I raise to cover my program costs?

Yes, you can use some of the funds you raise to cover the program cost for you to participate. Many GV

team members pay the program cost and airfare using their own resources, then raise money for a team

or personal goal.

Can I use the funds I raise to pay for my airfare?

Transportation from your point of departure to your GV host country is not included in the published

program cost and is your responsibility to schedule and to pay for. Funds raised that exceed the cost of

your trip cannot be used to cover any part of a GV participant’s airfare.

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