It's as easy as...
fund your fund
Personalize your donation page and then make a personal donation. This will show your family and friends that you’re just as committed to the cause as you are to the CHALLENGE. It’ll encourage them to follow your lead.
spread the word
Let your social networks know you’re doing the 1 IN 100: 100KM CHALLENGE for people across Canada living with epilepsy.
Share your progress so they can support you and the run.
We conveniently provide you with customizable email templates for the friends in your life who shy away from social media.
F A Q // frequently asked questions
HOW DO I TRACK MY KMs?
You can track your KMs using a Fitbit, Applewatch or your cell phone. There are a number of free tracking apps you can download. Here are some of them.
HOW DO I share MY progress & KMs with my donors?
Is fundraising mandatory?
Using whatever tracking app you've selected, you can take screen shots and upload them to your fundraising page. You can also share them on social media.
We've also created a Facebook Page, where you can share your progress and cheer on other participants.
We would like all our participants to give it a shot! We're suggesting each participant to set a goal of raising $250.
How do I get started fundraising?
It's as easy as telling your family, friends, neighbours, and anyone who'll listen why you're doing the Challenge so they can cheer you on and help fundraise. You can share your fundraising page link on any of your preferred social media channels, and send out an email. We have an email template you can use below as well as downloadable social assets. They'll make your posts come alive, helping you raise even more funds for epilepsy research to find a cure.
What happens if I don't reach my fundraising goal?
If you don't reach your goal, no problem. If you exceed it, even better!
What happens if I don't reach my 100km FITNESS goal?
You are only accountable to yourself in this challenge - and your donors. So technically, nothing will happen if you don't reach your goal. However, we believe honesty is the best policy. It may be nice to send a thank you email to your donors letting them know what you were able to accomplish. And regardless of whether or not you made it to 100km, donations were not made in vain. Your efforts, no matter how many KMs you were able to achieve, are incredible in the fight to find a cure for epilepsy!
What are the donations for?
Monies raised will go to research funding to find a cure for epilepsy. All donations will go directly to Epilepsy Canada.
Epilepsy Canada is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to positively affecting the lives of those living with epilepsy. Its main mandate is to raise monies for epilepsy research with an objective of finding a cure. It demonstrates the need for research by highlighting key issues related to those whose seizures cannot be controlled through existing medication and treatments and the tragic cases of SUDEP (Sudden Unexplained Death from Epilepsy). Through its active financial support of epilepsy research, it strives to help the Canadian neurology community find a cure for epilepsy.
To learn more about what Epilepsy Canada does check out their website here
Social Media Tools
Fundraise like a pro with these social media assets!
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Save these to share on Instagram and Facebook
to help you raise even more funds for life-saving research.
Step 1: Desktop: Right click on image to save or MOBILE: Hold down on image and "Add to Photos"
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Step 2: Share to social media and tag us @epilepsycanada
#1in100ForEpilepsy #100KMForEpilepsy
Fundraising Email Templates
You can use these templates to reach out to your personal network and spread the word about your 1IN100 100KM CHALLENGE. Just copy and paste the text below into your email platform (Outlook, Google Mail, etc.) and add some personal flair to make it your own!
Before the CHALLENGE
Subject: I’m Taking the 100KM CHALLLENGE
Hi [First Name],
I am excited to announce that I am supporting Epilepsy Canada during their 1IN100 campaign by taking on the 100KM CHALLENGE in October.
Did you know that over 360,000 Canadians live with epilepsy and the constant threat of seizures?
That's about 1 in 100 people!
The 1IN100 is a month-long CHALLENGE where I will attempt to [walk/run/cycle/wheel] 100kms within the month of October. My fundraising will help Epilepsy Canada raise money for critical research to improve treatments and find the cures!
[Fundraiser Story: Why are you supporting Epilepsy Canada? What impact has epilepsy had on you/your family/your friends?]
It would mean so much to me if you would consider contributing to my fundraiser. Check out my fundraising page here: [LINK TO PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]
Thank you for supporting me and Epilepsy Canada!
During the CHALLENGE
Subject: The 100KM CHALLENGE is here – Help me Support Epilepsy Canada
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Hi [First Name],
TODAY is the day! My 100KM CHALLENGE begins, so now is the time to give! My goal is to raise $X in support of Epilepsy Canada, but I can’t reach my goal alone.
Please join me in helping Epilepsy Canada to raise money for critical research to improve treatments and find the cures by visiting my fundraising page at: [LINK TO PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK].
If you’ve already donated, thank you so much for your support! I hope you’ll consider sharing my fundraising page with your friends and family on social media to get the word out about Epilepsy Canada and the difference they make to the 1 in 100 Canadians [LIKE ME/ MY FAMILY MEMBER/ MY FRIEND] living with epilepsy.
Thank you!
After the CHALLENGE
Subject: Thank You!
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Hi [First Name],
Thank you so much for all of your support during the 1IN100 CHALLENGE!
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Because of you, I was able to raise $X for Epilepsy Canada!
Together, we made a difference in the lives of the 1 in 100 Canadians [LIKE ME/ MY FAMILY MEMBER/ MY FRIEND] living with epilepsy.
You rock!