Fundraising FAQs

Inspire hope. | Race for the Cure | Raleigh, NC | June 9, 2012

REMEMBER

You're not raising money for yourself. You're raising money to eradicate breast cancer. Every pledge you collect makes a difference! Be creative and have fun!

Q: How are the fundraising proceeds used? 
A: 75 percent of the Race’s net income stays in our 20 county service area to fund local screening, treatment and education programs for the medically underserved. The remaining 25 percent supports the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Award and Research Grant Program, which fund groundbreaking breast cancer research.

Q: Does the Komen Race for the Cure® require fundraising?
A:It is not required. However, participant fundraising is critical to the success of the Race and the programs funded by Komen NC Triangle.

Q: Who should I make my check payable to? 
A: Please make all checks payable to: “Susan G. Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure” or “Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure”

Q: Where should I mail donation checks? 
A: Donations made by check must be accompanied by a fundraising form (.pdf).

Mail checks and completed forms to:
Susan G. Komen NC Triangle Race for the Cure
133 Fayetteville St., Suite 300
Raleigh, NC 27601

*Please do not mail cash*

Q: Is there a deadline for fundraising?    
All donations on your behalf that are received by July 9, 2012 will be credited to your fundraising total.

Q. What are some ways I can fundraise for my team/my individual goal?
A: We have plenty of ideas on our Fundraising tip page!

Q: Is my registration fee tax-deductible?
A: No, your registration fee helps defray the costs of producing the Race and is not considered tax deductable. However, any amount that you choose to donate above the registration fee is tax-deductible.

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