Lead a Team
Yes You Can!
Being a captain is simple really: You are bringing a few people together to do something that matters. You don’t need to be an expert fundraiser; you just need to be clear, consistent, and the first one to step up.
The Role
Your job is to protect the vibe and keep the pace.
- Recruit: Bring 6-8 people together.
- Target: Aim for a team goal of $2,000.
- Fuel: Use the Get5 strategy to keep it simple.
- Lead: Show up first on event day.
Build Your Crew
Don’t overthink the "perfect" team. Start with 5 to 8 people you actually like spending time with—family, coworkers, or neighbors.
- The Invitation: Keep it blunt. Tell them why you’re walking and ask them to join. Most people are just waiting for a clear invitation to do something good.
- The Hook: Remind them that raising $150 (Adults) or $75 (Youth) earns them the official Hard Place Walk Bandana. People love a goal with a reward.
The $2,000 Target
A team goal gives your group a North Star. We recommend starting at $2,000.
- The Math: If you have 8 walkers and everyone hits their personal $250 goal, you’ve hit your mark exactly.
- The Momentum: Be the first to donate to your own page. It’s hard to ask others to give if you haven't stepped up yet.
Keep the Pace
(The Get5 Strategy)
Fundraising shouldn't feel like a chore. Use the Get5 approach: ask every teammate to find five people to chip in $50 or more.
- Check-in: Send a weekly text or short email.
- Celebrate: When someone gets their first donor or hits their Bandana Milestone, shout it out. Momentum is contagious.
- Keep it Brief: You don’t need long updates. One "How’s it going?" a week is plenty.
Event Day
Your main job on the day is to make sure nobody feels like a "lost puppy."
- The Rally Point: Pick a specific spot to meet (e.g., "The red bench by the fountain") and a firm time.
- The Connection: Share your cell number with the group.
- The Walk: Start together. Even if people are walking different distances (5km vs 50km), that first kilometer should be done as a team.
Finish Strong
The walk ends, but the impact lasts.
- The Photo: Snap a team picture before you start (while the energy is high).
- The Thanks: Send a quick note afterward. People remember how an experience felt.