9/11 HEROES RUN
FUNDRAISING TOOLKIT
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Fundraising Resources

Whether this is the first time you’ve fundraised to support TMF’s mission or you’re a long-time supporter, these guides will help you get started. In them you’ll find ideas on efforts to gather support from family, friends, and co-workers, insight on how to use tools like Facebook and Instagram live, and a flyer to post that shows your community the progress you’ve made.

Getting Started Guide

Learn how to access and edit your page.

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How to Share Your Fundraiser

Get tips on sharing your donation link.

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Top 10 Ways to Fundraise

Explore creative ideas on how to fundraise.

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Fundraising Goal Tracker

Display your goal progress on a flyer.

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FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES

Fundraise or donate to reach key milestones and claim your rewards. Every dollar raised helps advance TMF’s mission of empowering veterans and families of the fallen to develop character in future generations. 

2026 911 Heroes Run Fundraising Incentives for Fundraising Toolkit 1

   
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Social Media Toolkit

To help you share about your fundraiser on social media, here are several graphics you can use to post on Facebook or Instagram, as well as sample copy. They can help garner support for your fundraiser, but don’t feel limited. Personalize your post, making sure to include a link to your personal fundraising page, and always make sure to thank your donors.

Facebook Post Images

FACEBOOK POST COPY

This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a moment that forever changed our nation and the generations that followed. I’m participating in the 9/11 Heroes Run to honor the lives lost, the first responders who answered the call, and the service members who stepped forward in the years that followed. I’m proud to be fundraising for @TravisManionFoundation, a nonprofit organization that empowers veterans and families of the fallen to inspire character in future generations. I would be grateful for your support. Every donation makes a difference. >> [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING LINK HERE]

This September, I am running in the 25th anniversary 9/11 Heroes Run to honor our nation's fallen heroes in support of @TravisManionFoundation. I have set a fundraising goal, and would truly appreciate your support. Donate today. >> [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING LINK HERE]

I am participating in the 25th anniversary 9/11 Heroes Run 5K to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who stepped up to serve in the wars that followed. Through this fundraiser, I’m supporting @TravisManionFoundation and its mission to empower veterans and families of the fallen to inspire character in future generations. Help me make a lasting impact by donating today! >> [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING LINK HERE]

This September marks 25 years since the attacks of 9/11. I’m running in the 9/11 Heroes Run 5K and fundraising for @TravisManionFoundation in honor of our nation's heroes and to support veterans and families of the fallen. Help me reach my fundraising goal. >> [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING LINK HERE]

INSTAGRAM POST COPY

25 years ago, our nation changed forever. This September, I’m participating in the 9/11 Heroes Run 5K to honor the lives lost and the heroes who answered the call. I am fundraising in support of @TravisManionFoundation and its mission to empower veterans and families of the fallen to develop character in future generations. I would be grateful for your support. To make a donation use the link in my bio!

I would love your support as I get ready to take on the 25th anniversary 9/11 Heroes Run with @TravisManionFoundation. You can support my race by making a donation to the link in my bio and helping me reach my fundraising goals in support of veterans and families of the fallen.

In honor of the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, I am taking on the 9/11 Heroes Run 5K with @TravisManionFoundation. I want to help make a difference in the lives of veterans and families of fallen heroes and you can join me! Click the link in my bio to make a donation to my fundraising page. 

25 years ago our nation witnessed the unimaginable. What followed was extraordinary courage. This September, I’m running the 9/11 Heroes Run to honor the lives lost, the first responders who answered the call, and the service members who stepped forward in the years that followed. I’m fundraising for @TravisManionFoundation, in support of their mission to empower veterans and families of the fallen to inspire character in future generations. Use the link in my bio to help me reach my fundraising goal today. 

Be sure to tag Travis Manion Foundation on Facebook and @TravisManionFoundation on Instagram and use #911HeroesRun on all channels.

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Contact TMF

For more information about fundraising on behalf of TMF for 9/11 Heroes Run, contact Jessica Gardner, 9/11 Heroes Run Manager, at [email protected].