FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q How does joining Team B.I.M.B.O. benefit Believe In Miracles?
A By signing on to run or walk one of the races of the Let's Move Festival, through Team B.I.M.B.O. - a small portion of your registration fee goes directly to Believe In Miracles.
Our primary focus as a team is to raise funds so that Believe In Miracles can continue into the future helping local children. Many of you run in honor of our sweet Jenna and some of you are running in honor of another precious child or adult who is battling a life threatening illness. Being a part of this team is about so much more than just what God can do with us.
Q Can I walk the half marathon?
A YES you can! Take a peek at the right side of this blog for a variety of training schedules. You can run, run/walk or walk any of the race options. Pick a schedule that works for you - print it out and follow it. Training with a schedule is really rewarding too, it's awesome to cross off each day and before you know it, you've met your goals.
Q Is there a minimum fundraising amount that I need to consider?
A No, there is not a minimum fundraising amount that you need to raise. However, we encourage you to ask for support. Think about asking 15 people to sponsor you for each mile you are running/walking. If you have 15 sponsors giving $1 a mile, than you just raised $195 for Believe In Miracles! It all adds up!
Q Can I walk the half marathon?
A YES you can! Take a peek at the right side of this blog for a variety of training schedules. You can run, run/walk or walk any of the race options. Pick a schedule that works for you - print it out and follow it. Training with a schedule is really rewarding too, it's awesome to cross off each day and before you know it, you've met your goals.
Q Is there a minimum fundraising amount that I need to consider?
A No, there is not a minimum fundraising amount that you need to raise. However, we encourage you to ask for support. Think about asking 15 people to sponsor you for each mile you are running/walking. If you have 15 sponsors giving $1 a mile, than you just raised $195 for Believe In Miracles! It all adds up!
Have a goal to ask your friends and family, tell them why you are running/walking and make it easy for them to write a check and get it to you. All donations are 100% tax deductible. Direct your family and friends to www.believeinmiracles.org to see why you are training!
Consider asking co-workers. Many company's have a matching gift program. If your company has this, include a copy of the form with your letter.
Save up your bottle return money between today and the race. Easy fundraising:)
Skip Starbucks each week and bring your coffee to work, put the coffee money in an envelop and save up.
Online donation? Simply copy and paste the link that is off to the right side of the blog and direct your donors to our Team site for online donations.
Options to fundraise abound -think out of the box. You can refer to the sample Sponsor Letter that you can find on the blog as well. Of course, change it to suit your needs.
Q When are the donations due and who is the check payable to?
A The folks that you have sponsoring you should write a check payable to Believe In Miracles. All donations will be received when you pick up your race packet at the EXPO on April 26th or 27th. Believe In Miracles will send a receipt to each person who donates. (cash donations get tricky, unless we know who they are from).
Q I have never participated in a race of any kind and have no clue what to expect? What do I expect? What should I eat? What time should I arrive? What if it rains?
A These are all great questions! As race day gets closer, those who are registered and are receiving a newsletter will receive all of the tips, guidance and suggestions that you need to ensure you have a safe and fun race.
Q How can my family members help if they are not running or walking?
A Please let us know if your spouse or older children are interested in helping and we will contact you to assist on race morning or at the EXPO. We have goodie bags to be filled, shirts to organize, and set up that we will need help with.
Q What's up with the Kids Last Mile? Do my kids run with me for the last mile?
A This is so great. NO your kids do not join you as you finish your half marathon, however they have a great chance to "finish the last mile of a full marathon" together. Kids only. Between now and race day, your child(ren) can run/walk 26.2 miles and together on race day - all children will finish the last mile of a marathon together at 2pm. You will be finished with your race goal and you will be able to cheer them on!
Q When are the donations due and who is the check payable to?
A The folks that you have sponsoring you should write a check payable to Believe In Miracles. All donations will be received when you pick up your race packet at the EXPO on April 26th or 27th. Believe In Miracles will send a receipt to each person who donates. (cash donations get tricky, unless we know who they are from).
Q I have never participated in a race of any kind and have no clue what to expect? What do I expect? What should I eat? What time should I arrive? What if it rains?
A These are all great questions! As race day gets closer, those who are registered and are receiving a newsletter will receive all of the tips, guidance and suggestions that you need to ensure you have a safe and fun race.
Q How can my family members help if they are not running or walking?
A Please let us know if your spouse or older children are interested in helping and we will contact you to assist on race morning or at the EXPO. We have goodie bags to be filled, shirts to organize, and set up that we will need help with.
Q What's up with the Kids Last Mile? Do my kids run with me for the last mile?
A This is so great. NO your kids do not join you as you finish your half marathon, however they have a great chance to "finish the last mile of a full marathon" together. Kids only. Between now and race day, your child(ren) can run/walk 26.2 miles and together on race day - all children will finish the last mile of a marathon together at 2pm. You will be finished with your race goal and you will be able to cheer them on!
Q Will there be Team Jersey's?
Yes! We have dry wick jersey's that are custom made just for you. Each person participating in the Half Marathon will receive a dry wick jersey. All other participants will have the identical shirt, 100% cotton. You pick your size and you also receive a jersey from the Festival of Races too!
Believe In Miracles, Beautiful One
