Step 1
Start by supporting yourself = $50
Ask four family members to contribute $50 each = $200
Step 2
Ask two additional family members $25 each = $50
Step 3
Ask ten friends to support you $25 each = $250
Step 4
Ask five co-workers to donate $20 each = $100
Step 5
Ask four neighbours to donate $20 each = $80
Step 6
Ask your boss for a company contribution = $50
Step 7
Send an email to everyone in your address book = $220
Total =$1,000
Congratulations - you have raised $1,000 so that the YWCA of Calgary can keep a roof over the heads of homeless women.
In addition:
Ask companies you deal with through work to sponsor you.
Ask businesses you frequent for a donation (doctor, dentist, dry cleaners, etc.).
Check with your company's human resource department to see if they offer matching gifts.