Ready to Begin?
Set up your personal fundraising page to make a difference in just a few simple steps. Follow these instructions to transform your next birthday, bake sale, marathon, or outpouring of charitable enthusiasm into a fundraiser for Concern. You’ll help us transform lives in the process.
Questions? We're here to help! Reach out to the team at [email protected].
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1. Get Started
Visit concernusa.org/getstarted, click Start a Fundraiser.
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2. Make It Yours
Customize your page and share your story (why does Concern’s work matter to you?)
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3. Lead By Example
To jump-start your fundraiser, we recommend making a gift of any amount first to inspire others to follow suit.
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4. Spread the Word
Gain the support of your friends, family, and colleagues by sharing your fundraiser in person, on social media, and via phone, email or text. We’ve provided resources about Concern and its programs below for inspiration.
Resources for Inspiration & Sharing
More Ways to Participate
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Special Occasions
Turn your next celebration into a catalyst for change. Set up a fundraising page for your birthday, wedding, graduation, anniversary, or retirement and share it with family and friends to donate in lieu of gifts.
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Host An Event
Bring your community together to amplify Concern’s message and the needs of vulnerable communities. Host a bake sale, cabaret, backyard barbecue, or documentary screening and receive suggested donations before, during, and after through your dedicated fundraising page.
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Be Active For Concern
Convert your physical energy into a brighter future for many by running, biking, or swimming your next race for Concern. Learn more about running the New York City Marathon as a part of Concern’s official team or set up a fundraising page for your next 5k, month of spin classes, or club soccer match.
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Be Creative For Concern
Looking to make a difference with the things you make? Contact us if you’d like to direct a portion of proceeds from your artistic endeavors, small business, or streaming content to Concern.
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Employee Giving
Increase your impact by engaging your office for Concern: talk to HR or your manager about promoting Concern in your company newsletter or starting a fundraising challenge between departments. Many companies will even offer to match your donation, doubling and sometimes tripling your support! Click to see if your workplace matches gifts.
