USING THESE TOOLS

Welcome to the Strong Kids Campaign Toolkit. Here, YMCA Campaigners will find many of the tools and materials they will need to help build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. If you need something not found here, contact Michele Tripodi, Director of Annual Support and Special Events, at 405-297-7771 or mtripodi@ymcaokc.org.

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ROLE OF THE CAMPAIGNER                                        COMMUNITY CASE FOR SUPPORT

What is a Campaigner?                                                  Strong Kids Campaign Brochure

Where Do I Begin?                                                       Case for Support

PROSPECTING                                                           YMCA Elevator Speech

Building a Prospect List                                                 Developing Your Story

Treasure Mapping                                                        YMCA Core Programs

Treasure Map Interview Questions                                  SAMPLE LETTERS

Prospect Tracking Form                                                 Solicitation Letter 1

Prospect Clearance Process                                            Solicitation Letter 2

Prospect Request Form                                                 Solicitation Letter 3 

OTHER TOOLS                                                            Previous Donor Solicitation Letter 

Campaign Leadership and Goals                                       Campaigner Recruitment Letter    

Proven Success Strategies                                             Campaigner Appreciation Letter

Why People Give                                                          Donor Thank You Letter 1

YMCA Frequently Asked Questions                                  Donor Thank You Letter 2

                                                                                 Tips for Writing Effective Fundraising Letters

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