Your Guide to Fundraising for Breastcancer.org
Thank you for supporting Breastcancer.org with a fundraiser!
On this page, you'll find how-to guides to help you create a fundraiser and reach your goals. Once your fundraiser is set up, get the word out with our sharable social media images. Tell your family and friends the facts about breast cancer and why you're supporting Breastcancer.org's mission with our handy resources.
With your passion and dedication, you already have everything you need to be a successful fundraiser, and you’ll make a positive difference for people facing breast cancer.
Have a question? Check out our FAQs or contact us at events@breastcancer.org.
Breastcancer.org is a leading patient-focused resource dedicated to providing reliable, up-to-date information and support to those affected by breast cancer. Founded in 2000 by chief medical officer Marisa C. Weiss, MD, it empowers people with research, expert information, and a dynamic peer support community to help them make the best decisions for their lives. Since its inception, the nonprofit organization has reached 250 million people worldwide.
Breastcancer.org is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. A 4-star rating gives donors confidence in supporting an organization that is proven to be financially healthy, accountable, and transparent.
Breastcancer.org fact sheet
Breastcancer.org Annual Impact Report
Frequently Asked Questions
GoFundMe Pro Fundraisers
How can I edit my GoFundMe Pro fundraising page?
Once you create a fundraiser, you can start to customize your page! See GoFundMe Pro's guide for more details.
If I created a GoFundMe Pro (formerly Classy) fundraiser in the past, do I need to create a new one?
If you've created a GoFundMe Pro fundraiser for Breastcancer.org in the past, you can log in to your GoFundMe Pro account to update an existing fundraiser or create a new one. If you forgot your password, view GoFundMe Pro's How to Reset Your Password.
Can I connect my GoFundMe Pro fundraising page to Facebook?
Yes, you can sync your GoFundMe Pro fundraiser to Facebook. For step-by-step instructions, visit GoFundMe Pro's guide.
Facebook Fundraisers
How do I share, edit, or end my Facebook fundraiser?
You can share, edit, or end your Facebook fundraiser from your Page, computer, or mobile device. See Meta's guide for instructions.
What are the benefits of fundraising on Facebook?
1. You can quickly share your story to build momentum and raise more money.
2. There are no fees for donations to most nonprofit organizations.
3. Your friends and family can donate directly on Facebook.
4. You'll expand your reach when others share your fundraiser.
5. You can use your GoFundMe Pro page for more personal appeals.
6. You can sync your fundraising progress between Facebook and GoFundMe Pro.
Will people who donate to my Facebook fundraiser receive a tax receipt?
Yes, people who donate to your Facebook fundraiser will receive a tax receipt from PayPal Giving Fund. Please contact PayPal Giving Fund about missing or lost receipts.
DIY Events
I want to host an event benefiting Breastcancer.org. How do I get started?
Reflect on your personal passions and audience when choosing the type of event. Creating a GoFundMe Pro or Facebook fundraising page makes it easy for people to donate to your event. We can also create a personalized source code and/or QR code for your event to track event donations and share reports with you. Please contact events@breastcancer.org for more information and to get started.
Can I use Breastcancer.org's name and logo on my event materials and social media posts?
You cannot use our name to imply that your event is sponsored or co-sponsored by Breastcancer.org or that we are involved as anything except the beneficiary. In your event materials, you should state your event is "benefiting Breastcancer.org." You must contact us (events@breastcancer.org) for approval to use our logo and to receive the official logo file. For pre-approved resources (e.g., social posts, fact sheets), please scroll up and explore this page.
Can Breastcancer.org donate any swag or giveaways for my event?
Unfortunately, we are unable to donate swag or giveaways for events. However, you can create unique items on Bonfire as a fundraiser supporting Breastcancer.org.
Will someone from Breastcancer.org be present at my event?
Because of the large demand on staff time, we cannot guarantee someone will be available to attend and represent the organization. However, each event is considered on a case-by-case basis.
Are donations tax-deductible? Will people receive a tax receipt?
Breastcancer.org is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Individual donations made out to "Breastcancer.org" are tax-deductible under the law, in accordance with IRS standards. People who donate through a GoFundMe Pro or Meta (Facebook/Instagram) fundraising page will receive an automatic tax receipt. Checks made out to Breastcancer.org and mailed to us will receive tax receipts.
How should checks be made out?
Please make checks payable to "Breastcancer.org." Checks can be mailed to our office at 40 E Montgomery Ave, 4th Floor, Ardmore, PA 19003. If you would like a donation form, please contact events@breastcancer.org.