Fundraising/Participant FAQ's:Are there deadlines for registration?The deadlines to register for a CAF signature event or Team CAF Race for a Reason partner event are based on entry availability. This is different for each partner event. Participants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you already have obtained an entry to a partner event and simply want to join our team, please email torrie@challengedathletes.org. Can I participate in more than one event this year?Yes! You will need to register separately for each event and pay the respective fees, as well as agree to each separate event's individual fundraising guidelines. Are there fundraising minimum amounts?Yes, participants must commit to a fundraising minimum amount by a deadline in order to receive their race entry from CAF. This varies per event. For general Race for a Reason or for fundraisers who do not need race entries, fundraising minimums do not apply. How can I start a fundraising event in my community?Get started by clicking on the "Participate in the event of your choice" option above. CAF's general Race for a Reason "Grass Roots Fundraising" (non partner-events) applies to fundraisers who are interested in participating in an existing athletic or non-athletic event of their choice, or may use Race for a Reason as a platform to create an original event of their own in support of CAF. Please note that CAF staff is able to provide fundraising assistance, but all event logistics are the responsibility of the individual fundraiser. Donation FAQ's:Who should I make my check out to?Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF is acceptable as well) Where should I mail donation checks?Challenged Athletes Foundation How do you know a donation is for a certain fundraiser?Donors should attach the donation form along with a mail-in contribution, or be sure to write the fundraiser’s name or participant ID on the memo line of the check. When will a donation show up in my account?Please allow 2-3 weeks for checks to be processed in the system. Do I have to include a donation form with each check I send?It is highly recommended in order for donations to be processed correctly. Donation forms can be found on your personal fundraising website. What is a 501(c)(3) letter and how do I obtain one if a donor requests one?The 501(c)(3) letter is proof that the IRS and federal government recognizes the Challenged Athletes Foundation as a nonprofit organization. Contact torrie@challengedathletes.org to obtain a copy. Matching Gift FAQ's:What is a matching gift?Many companies have an option for "corporate matching gift program" to support charitable giving to nonprofits. After making a donation, employees are able to obtain a "matching gift" form (usually within the HR department) which asks their corporation to match the donation amount they made individually to the same nonprofit. Should I include additional information with my matching gift form?To ensure that the participant you are sponsoring will be credited when the gift is matched, please write the participant's name, event, and participant ID in the upper right hand corner of the matching gift form. If your company's matching gift form is completed online and a "notes" field is provided please include the participant's name, event city and participant ID. Also, please attach a copy of your donation receipt (if available) to the matching gift form. Once you have made a copy of the matching gift form to retain for your own records, you should mail the original form to: Challenged Athletes Foundation How long does it take for a matching gift to be processed by CAF and mailed back to the matching gift company?Once CAF receives the matching gift form, we will verify and send it back to the company to be matched within 2 weeks. How long does it take for a matching gift to show up on my donation report?This depends on how long it takes the company to process the completed form and mail the check to CAF. Once the company has mailed the check, it will be processed within 2-3 weeks. |
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