Outreach Templates



 

 

Use our templates below in a text message, email or social media post to let your friends, family and colleagues know about your participation in HorizonWALKS! Feel free to make changes and customize the below templates so they fit your fundraising campaign. 
 

ASK YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY FOR SUPPORT:

Email Sample

Subject: Your support matters! Give Summer Back to Children with Cancer.
 
Dear [Name],
I trust this message finds you well. I am thrilled to share with you my participation in HorizonWALKS, an annual walkathon that plays a pivotal role in raising awareness and essential funds for Horizon Day Camp Metro DC the world's first full-summer day camp for children with cancer and their siblings, provided completely free of charge.

This cause holds a special place in my heart because [add a sentence or two about why you are participating]. It's a mission fueled by compassion and the collective desire to make a tangible, positive impact on the lives of these resilient children.

My ambitious goal is to raise [insert fundraising goal], a target that will enable us to deliver smiles, laughter, and joy to those who need it most. I invite you to be part of this journey by visiting my fundraising page today at [insert link to fundraising page]. Here, you can discover more about why this cause is so significant to me and make a donation that will directly contribute to making a difference.

In these challenging times, your support holds even more weight. Every dollar counts, and your generosity will play a crucial role in ensuring that this summer is filled with warmth and happiness for these deserving children.

Please consider donating today and, in doing so, become a vital part of the collective effort to bring summer back to children with cancer. Your support means more this year than ever before.

We Walk So They Can Soar,
[Your Name]
 
Text Sample:
 
Hey [Friend's Name],

I'm supporting HorizonWALKS to bring summer joy to kids with cancer. 👟 Can you help with a quick donation? Even a small amount makes a big difference. Check out my page here: [insert link]. Thanks a ton! 🦋

Cheers,
[Your Name]


 
TEAM RECRUITMENT EMAIL:
 

Email Sample
 
Subject: Join my HorizonWALKS Team to help children with cancer 

Dear [Name],

I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. I am reaching out with immense enthusiasm as I gear up to take part in the upcoming HorizonWALKS an annual walkathon dedicated to raising awareness and crucial funds for Horizon Day Camp Metro DC. This extraordinary camp provides a full-summer experience, free of charge, to children battling cancer and their siblings.

Your support is instrumental in bringing hope, joy, and a sense of normalcy to the lives of these children facing the challenges of pediatric cancer. It's because of compassionate individuals like you that events like HorizonWALKS can make a meaningful difference.

I invite you to stand alongside me in this mission by joining my HorizonWALKS Team. Your involvement will not only contribute to our collective fundraising efforts but will also be a powerful symbol of unity for the children we aim to support. You can join the team and contribute to the cause by visiting [insert fundraising page link].

Let's celebrate our shared commitment at the HorizonWALKS event on Sunday, April 14, held at
National Harbor at the Jumbotron National Plaza. Your presence will add to the spirit of camaraderie and compassion that defines this event.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of these children. Together, We Walk So They Can Soar, embracing the promise of a brighter and more joyful future.
Gratefully,


[Your Name]
 
Text Sample:
 
Hey [Friend's Name],

Exciting news! I'm putting together a team for HorizonWALKS and I'd love for you to join us. It's a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, and your skills would be a perfect fit.
Interested? Let me know, and I'll fill you in on all the details. We're going to do some great things together! 🦋

Cheers,
[Your Name]


 
DONOR THANK YOU EMAIL
 
Email Sample
 
Subject: Bringing Joy to Children with Cancer: Your Impact
 
Dear [Name],
 
I trust this message finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support of my HorizonWALKS fundraising campaign. Your generosity is an inspiration of hope for children battling cancer, and I want you to know the profound impact your donation is making.
 
Thanks to your contribution, we are making strides in providing a magical summer experience to these resilient children, without adding any financial burden to their families. Your belief in the cause is a testament to the compassion that can bring positive change to the lives of those who need it most.
 
As we strive to bring joy to these young hearts, I invite you to witness the impact firsthand at the HorizonWALKS event on Sunday, April 14, hosted 
National Harbor at the Jumbotron National Plaza. Your presence would mean a lot to me and, more importantly, to the children whose lives you are touching.
 
To learn more about the event or to register your attendance, please visit [insert fundraising page link]. Your participation would not only be a celebration of our collective efforts but also an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference.
 
Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and support. Together, we are making a lasting impact on the lives of these children, giving them the gift of a brighter, more hopeful future.
 
Gratefully,
[Your Name]
 
Text Sample:
 
Hey [Donor's Name]
 
Thank you for supporting my HorizonWALKS fundraising efforts! Because of your generous donation, more children with cancer will be able to experience the magic of summer at no cost to their families in 2024.
 
Your kindness is truly appreciated.
 
[Your Name]