Thank you for participating in the National Federation of the Blind Bay Bridge Run. We need your help to raise 500 dollars per onsite participant and 250 dollars per virtual walker or runner. Use the following tools to send emails, post on social media, or ask your family and friends.
Email Your Friends and Family
Send an email to people asking them to help support our team and contribute in your honor.
Subject: Sponsor Me in the Bay Bridge Run 10K
I am participating in the Bay Bridge Run 10K, led by the National Organization of Parents of Blind Children, to raise awareness and funds for the National Federation of the Blind.
Our team is called the National Federation of the Blind Dreamers because we turn dreams into reality. You can help cultivate respect and opportunity for blind people by contributing. Your support will allow us to distribute free white canes, teach children to read Braille, advocate for educational opportunities, provide employment resources, and more.
Please add my name in the “in honor of” field and sponsor me today: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge
Thank you so much for your help!
Share on Social Media
Post one of the following to ask people to sponsor you in the Bay Bridge Run!
- Add your personal story or passion for our movement, so people understand why this is important to you.
- Share images or videos of your preparation. Use alt text on any images you post.
- Tag the National Federation of the Blind in your post.
Draft Post 1
I joined the National Federation of the Blind Dreamers team for the Bay Bridge Run 10K on November 9. My fellow Federationists and I will be running and walking over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge (some virtually) to help raise money for our important work—advancing the lives of all blind people.
My goal is to raise 500 dollars. Please support our team and contribute “in honor of” me today: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge.
Draft Post 2
I am excited to be on the National Federation of the Blind Dreamers team in the Bay Bridge Run 10K on November 9. We are walking and running to help raise money to advance the lives of blind people.
Please help me reach my goal of 500 dollars by contributing today. Thank you for your support: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge.
Draft Post 3
This Sunday, I am walking/running 6 miles in the Chesapeake Bay Bridge 10K to help raise money for the National Federation of the Blind. Please help support this important mission to advance the lives of blind people: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge.
Draft Post 4 – Post Run
Thank you for supporting me during the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Run! There is still time to sponsor my mission to raise 500 dollars for the National Federation of the Blind: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge.
Script for Word-of-Mouth Marketing
During conversations, please let people know you are participating in the Bay Bridge Run and how they can support you and this mission to advance the lives of blind people.
Example Script
I’m excited to be doing a 10K on November 9 to help advance the lives of blind people. I’ll be walking (or running) over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Your support would be greatly appreciated—you can give in my honor to the National Federation of the Blind. You can call 410-659-9314, extension 2430, or I can send you the link right now and it will be super easy to give!
[text or email the link: https://nfb.org/contribute/BayBridge]
Note: If giving a URL verbally, it may be best to share: nfb.org/movers, which has the donation option to sponsor a runner at the top.
Branding
You can also use our brand messaging to help craft your request for support.
The Belief Message
The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.
Values
We believe in the capabilities of blind people. We lead courageously, champion collective action, foster inclusion, and dream big.
Thank You!
Thank you for your support. We cannot do this work alone. Together, we transform dreams into reality. Whether you are running, walking, virtual, or onsite—have a great time at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Run!