Social Media
Utilizing social media is an easy and effective way to fundraise. Share your story and fundraising page link via Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter). Don’t forget to use #IheartCHOP.
Create a Facebook Fundraiser
On average, a participant raises 3 times more when creating a Facebook fundraiser!
Create Instagram Stories
Download or screenshot any of the templates below to share via your story. You can also use our stickers! Search “I heart CHOP” in the gifs tab of your story to find one you like. And finally, make sure to link your fundraising page to your story.
Create a T-shirt Fundraiser Through Bonfire
CHOP is partnering with Bonfire to give participants a free and fun way to fundraise for your “I CHOP” team. Teams and individuals can design and sell their own shirts. Wear them at the event – or anytime you’d like! After your T-shirt fundraiser ends, 100% of the proceeds can be added to your Donor Drive fundraising page. Link coming soon!
QR codes
Create a QR code linked to your fundraising page.
Follow + Tag
Use hashtags to CHOP’s official social media accounts in your posts:
Facebook – CHOP
Instagram – @childrensphila
X (formerly Twitter) – @childrensphila
LinkedIn – CHOP
Templates / Samples
Social Media Posts, Texts and Emails
Whether asking for donations, recruiting potential members to your team, or thanking your supporters, we have sample communications within the 3 sections below to help get you started.
Donations
Social Media Posts
Texts
Hi! I’m participating in the I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge this spring to support Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Would you consider donating to help me reach my fundraising goal? Every gift helps CHOP continue providing lifesaving care and creating breakthroughs for kids. [link]
I’m excited to share that I’m fundraising for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through I CHOP! CHOP does incredible work caring for children and families, and I’d love your support. Would you consider donating to help me reach my goal? Thank you! [link]
I’m so close to reaching my I CHOP fundraising goal! Could you help me cross the finish line with a donation today? Your support helps CHOP continue making a difference for kids and families. [link]
Emails
Subject: I’m fundraising for CHOP. Will you support me?
Hi friend,
I’m excited to share that I’m participating in the I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge this spring to support Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia! CHOP is changing the lives of children and families every day through world-class care, groundbreaking research and programs that help patients thrive. I’m proud to be part of an event that supports this important mission.
I’m working toward my fundraising goal of [goal amount], and I’d be grateful if you would consider donating to support my efforts. Every gift helps CHOP continue creating breakthroughs and providing hope to kids and families.
Thank you for supporting me and this incredible cause! Donate here.
Subject: Help me reach my I goal
Hi friend,
I wanted to share something meaningful I’m doing this spring. I’m participating in the I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge to raise funds for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. [CHOP has been important to my family because … / I’m inspired by CHOP’s work because …]
I’m hoping to reach my fundraising goal of [goal amount], and I would love your support. A donation of any size helps CHOP continue to provide exceptional care, advance research and create brighter futures for children. Thank you for cheering me on and supporting CHOP! Donate here.
Recruitment
Social Media Posts
Texts
Hi! I’m joining the I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge this spring and would love for you to join my team! It’s a fun way to come together while supporting the amazing work happening at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Want to be on my team? [link]
I’m putting together my I CHOP team and thought of you! Join me this spring for the Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge as we support kids and families at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Whether you run, walk or participate virtually, I’d love to have you on my team! [link]
Emails
Subject: Join my I CHOP team
Hi friend,
I’m excited to share that I’m participating in the I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge this spring to support Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and I’d love for you to join my team!
This event brings together friends, families and CHOP supporters for a fun and meaningful day while raising funds to support the care, research and programs that help children and families every day.
I’m building my team, [team name], and I would be thrilled to have you be part of it. Whether you run, walk or participate virtually, your involvement will help make a difference for kids at CHOP. Will you join me? Register here:
Subject: Help me build my I CHOP team!
Hi friend,
I need your help! I’m looking for teammates to join my I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge team, [team name], and I immediately thought of you.
This spring, we’ll come together to support Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the incredible care, research and programs that help children and families thrive. It’s a meaningful way to spend time with friends and family while making an impact for CHOP patients.
I’d love for you to join our team and be part of this special day. Sign up today here:
I hope you’ll join me!
[Your name]
Thank you
Social Media Posts
Texts
Thank you so much for supporting my I CHOP journey! Your generosity and encouragement mean so much to me and are helping make a difference for kids and families at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Thank you for being part of my I CHOP team! I’m so grateful you joined me for this special event and helped support the incredible work happening at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Together, we made an impact!
Emails
Subject: Thank you for supporting my I CHOP journey!
Hi friend,
Thank you so much for your generous support of my I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge fundraising efforts! Your donation means so much to me and will help Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia continue providing exceptional care, advancing groundbreaking research and supporting programs that make a difference for children and families every day.
I’m incredibly grateful to have your support as part of this journey. Together, we are helping create brighter futures for kids at CHOP. Thank you again! [Your name]
Subject: Thank you for making an impact with me!
Hi friend,
Thank you so much for supporting my I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge efforts! Your generosity helped me reach my goal and, most importantly, helped support the patients and families who rely on Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
I’m so grateful you chose to be part of this journey with me. Every donation helps CHOP continue creating breakthroughs in care, treatment, and research for children.
Did you know many employers offer matching gift programs that can double or even increase the impact of your donation? If your employer offers a matching gift program, I encourage you to submit your gift and help your impact go even further. Thank you again for helping make a difference! [Your name]
Printable I CHOP Poster
Share why you support CHOP with your own “I CHOP because …” poster. Tell others what CHOP means to you and why you are raising funds to help children in your community and around the world. Download your We CHOP poster.
Download the Donor Drive Mobile App
Our goal is to make fundraising simple and easy for you! Download the Donor Drive App from the Apple Store or get it on Google Play. See your fundraising goals, thank your supporters and stay up to date with the latest updates – right from your phone.
Logos
I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge logo is available for use by participating teams seeking to bolster their fundraising efforts. Logos may be used on team T-shirts, social media posts and print materials. If you have any questions, please contact iheart@chop.edu BEFORE USE.
NOTE: I CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge logo should always be used as shown. Do not modify the color, logo, font, symbol or text lock-up.
Why We Walk
Event Details
