Fundraise for POW
Make Changing Lives a Team Effort
Right now, supporters of POW can amplify their impact by making fundraising a team effort on the online fundraising site Crowdrise. Running from Veteran’s Day (11/11) through New Year’s Day (12/31) POW’s Crowdrise Campaign Real People. Real Lives. Real Change makes it possible for supporters and new friends from around the globe to make a real impact on the lives of Veteran, Active-duty Military, and those close to them. We encourage you to share the word about the campaign with friends and loved ones, on social media and of course, to make a contribution.
And to increase your impact exponentially, you can create a POW/Crowdrise Team. How does it work?
A Team leader (that could be anyone, even you) can easily establish a Team on POW’s Crowdrise page. Team members can join at will, and as a bonus, everyone on the Team gets their own Project Page (Crowdrise makes it so quick and easy that you won’t even believe it). Each team member can then upload their own photos and videos and tell a personal story about why they’re part of the Team. The goal is to use your Team to answer the call to service, raise money for POW and have fun while doing it.
Teams are a perfect for veterans associations, Rotary and other social service clubs, school and alumni groups, businesses/employee groups, families and friends of veterans and active-duty military, and individuals who just want to generate support and have fun while doing it.
Teams can also serve as a thoughtful way to acknowledge or commemorate a loved one who served in the armed forces.
Rally the troops, have fund and make a real impact. Put together a Crowdrise fundraising team now.
POW/CROWDRISE DONOR FAQ
Q: Do I need approval from POW to establish a team on their Crowdrise page?
A: Absolutely not.
Q: Can someone at POW set up a Crowdrise team for me or my group?
A: Absolutely. Call or email your request and we’ll get you all set you up.
Q: Where do I find the POW Crowdrise page?
A: Go to POW’s Crowdrise page by clinking on this link. You can also copy the link and share it with others via email or social networks.
Q: What will my donation be used for?
A: 100% of your donation will support the POW program. POW relies on support from individuals like you as our largest single source of financial support. POW does not receive funding from federal, state or local government agencies, nor does it receive funding from the Wounded Warrior Project.
Q: Who participates in POW?
A: POW is open to veterans and active military, men and women, those with physical challenges and those at the peak of physical fitness. Spouses and partners are also welcome to participate.
Q: How much do participants pay to be in POW?
A: There is never a cost to participate in POW. There are no program fees, no gym membership fees, and POW provides all training and safety equipment. 100% of program costs are underwritten by supporters like you.
Q: Is my gift tax-deductible?
A: Yes. Your donation to POW is fully tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. All donors receive a tax receipt from us by mail or email by the end of the calendar year.
Please note: Tax letters will be issued to individual donors belonging to Crowdrise teams unless otherwise requested. Organizations and associations submitting an EIN can claim a tax benefit for all funds raised by a single Crowdrise team, however, individual donors would no longer be eligible to take the deduction.
Q: How are donors recognized?
A: Donors contributing through POW’s Crowdrise will automatically be listed on the public roster of donors which is visible long after the campaign has ended. There is also room to make public comments and/or dedicate gifts to a friend or loved one.
In addition, donors are always included on the POW donor page.
Q: Where can I learn more about Crowdrise teams and how they work?
A: The Crowdrise Team Fundraising page will tell you all you need to know. Examples of teams organized for other nonprofits are included. Click here to visit the Crowdrise Teams page.
Q: Can donations be mailed rather than processed via Crowdrise?
A: Yes. Checks can be mailed to:
POW
5269 Pearlman Way
San Diego, CA 92130-2790
Make sure to note on your check the name of your team. We’ll post an update to your Team Profile on the POW/ Crowdrise page.
Q: Something is not working right and/or I need more information.
A: Questions? Feedback? Problems processing a donation or setting up a Crowdrise team? We’re here to help. Feel welcome to contact us.
POW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public benefit organization tax ID# 90-0806005
