Tips on fundraising for Camp Riley

How do I ask people to donate?

Many individuals, businesses and organizations enjoy helping people in their community and may be interested in sending your child to Camp Riley. You can start by writing a letter, having your child write a letter, or customizing the sample fundraising letter. Including personal camp stories or a photo of your child at camp lets potential donors know how much your child enjoys Camp Riley.

Consider emailing your letter and encouraging recipients to forward it to their contacts. Sending the letters soon gives potential donors plenty of time to consider your request.

Here are some groups who might be interested in giving:

· Family
· Friends
· Groups that your family is involved with
· Service organizations (Kappa Kappa Kappa, Inc., Psi Iota Xi, Epsilon Sigma Alpha, American Legion, etc.)
· Businesses (Grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, car dealerships, etc.)
· Churches
· Schools

Where can donors send their donation?
Let donors know where to send their donation by including the following information in your letter:

Mail contributions to:

Riley Children's Foundation/Camp Riley
Attn: Camp Coordinator
30 S Meridian St, Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46204-3509

Make checks payable to Riley Children's Foundation/Camp Riley. Write the camper’s name in the memo line if you wish to sponsor a specific camper.

What can I do after camp?

Donors will appreciate hearing about your child’s time at camp. Have your child write thank-you notes after camp and include personal stories and photos. You can request a donor list from Riley Children's Foundation by calling 877.867.4539 or e-mailing campriley@rileykids.org.