Chapter Fundraising
The #SpeakYourMIND Ice Bucket Challenge: Raising Half a Million for Mental Health Awareness
It’s hard to believe that more than a decade has passed since the Ice Bucket Challenge took the world by storm. But all these years later, the Ice Bucket Challenge is back, reimagined by the University of South Carolina’s MIND club to support mental health awareness. Inspired by the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge, which supported…
Meet the Athletes — Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Whether you’re racing in Philadelphia, Indianapolis, NYC, or anywhere in between — Team Active Minds helps you run for a purpose. Those looking to contribute to mental health change can use fitness to add meaning to their miles by partnering with Active Minds while completing marathons, bike rides, and endurance events in their communities. It’s easy…
Accessible Mental Health Care Shouldn’t Come Down to Luck
Mental health has become an increasingly discussed topic over the past few years. More and more, people are willing to open up about their struggles, discuss strategies they’ve used to feel better, and help their loved ones through the same battles. Despite this, access to mental health resources remains inequitable and in many communities, the…
Hit Your Chapter Fundraising Goals on Facebook!
Looking for ways to meet your chapter fundraising goals? There are tons of options and we’d love to help spark some ideas. One that is easy and accessible is the Facebook fundraising platform! Many people have had success fundraising through their social media network. Here are the steps: Create a post and click the “Support…
Chapter Fundraising Hot Tips
Fundraising Hot Tip #1: Remember the Why Many chapter leaders tell us that they feel like they’re fighting an uphill battle on their campuses. You might feel like you and your fellow chapter leaders are the only ones so passionately committed to mental health advocacy in what can feel like a thankless effort. It…
Fundraising in 30 Minutes or Less!
If you’re stumped on where to get started with fundraising, check out some of these quick and easy ideas to get the ball rolling. Raising your first dollar is the hardest part and any amount of money raised is a sign of successfully getting people invested in your mission and work! Partner with a community…
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