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Adopt a Bee for BMC

Join Our BMC Hive

Fundraise for important Boston Medical Center programs—like our hospital food pantry, medically and culturally tailored teaching kitchen, and so much more—that help all Boston families thrive. Start by creating a fundraising page using the button below. Then ask your friends, family, and colleagues to “adopt a bee” with a donation to BMC. Read a few tips below or reach out to Marc at marcus.smith@bmc.org with any questions.

Create a fundraiser
Manage your fundraiser


 

Fundraiser leaderboard

Reach the top 10 most dollars raised to earn a spot on our leaderboard. Check back here frequently for updates!

 

How to get started

  1. Set up your fundraising page here. You can create your own fundraiser or join a team.
  2. If you are creating your own, name your fundraiser after your department, school, or get creative, upload a photo, customize a brief message, and set a fundraising goal amount and date. Not sure what to write for a message? We’ve included a suggestion that you can update at any time.
  3. Verify your email address, and your fundraising page is good to go!

You’ll receive access to a donor portal where you can edit your fundraising page, manage donors, see your progress, access your fundraising page link, and more.

 

How to fundraise

Once you’ve created your fundraiser, you can start spreading the word to your friends, family, and colleagues.

Manage your fundraiser

  • Access your donor portal here. Enter your email address and you’ll receive an email with a login link. Once you are logged in, click Fundraisers where you can update your message, photo, and fundraising goal, see donors who have supported your initiative, and monitor your progress.
  • Share your fundraising link every time you ask for donations. You can access the link from emails you receive about your fundraiser or in your donor portal.
  • Invite friends, family, and colleagues to fundraise with you by joining your team. Share the link under “Invite members to the fundraiser” in your donor portal.

Ask for donations

  • Get organized. Make a list of everyone you would like to ask, the amount you are asking for, and the methods you are using to contact them. An Excel spreadsheet is a great way to keep track.
  • Learn about BMC. This will help you talk to donors about the great work they’re supporting. See BMC stats and stories.
  • Add a personal touch. Explain why you are fundraising and why BMC is so important to you. People are more likely to give when they feel an emotional connection to the cause.
  • Always wear your fundraising hat. You never know when or where your next donation will come from. Every interaction is a chance to let people know how they can support your efforts.
  • Avoid group texts or emails. Make your requests for support personal. Reach out one on one.
  • Make things easy Eliminate guesswork and ask for a specific donation amount. Let people know your fundraising goal so they can see how their support helps your progress.
  • Persistence is KEY. People are busy. You may need to ask several times before receiving a donation. Don’t be afraid to send a follow-up email, write a letter, or post on social media.
  • Mix it up! Asking through multiple channels is always effective. Use email, postcards, letters, social media, text, phone—whatever works to reach your network.
  • Thank your donors. Email or post a thank-you and include an update on your progress. Continuing to engage your donors can motivate them to make an extra gift.
  • Don’t fear rejection. Not everyone will say “yes,” but the more people you ask, the more you’ll raise!

Share on social

Tips:

Sample posts:

  1. Join my beehive in support of Boston Medical Center! I’m fundraising for BMC programs that help all Boston families thrive. Will you help me reach my [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING GOAL] goal by “adopting a bee” from BMC’s rooftop farms? Your donation of any amount makes a difference for BMC patients and our community. Learn more and donate: [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE LINK]
    To make it official, you’ll receive an official bee certificate. Name your bee, print and display, share on your social pages, or gift to loved one. I named mine [ADD YOUR BEE NAME AND INSPIRATION BEHIND THE NAME].
  2. Did you know that Boston Medical Center is one of the country’s greenest hospitals? Environment impacts health—it’s why I am fundraising in support of BMC! Will you join me by “adopting a bee” with a donation? Your gift supports BMC programs that advance food access, sustainable operations, environmental health, and more so our communities can thrive. Learn more and donate: [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE LINK]
  3. Thank you [TAG RECENT DONORS HERE] for adopting your bee with a donation to Boston Medical Center. There’s still time to join my hive and help me reach my [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING GOAL] fundraising goal. Together, we can make Boston healthier for everyone. Learn more and donate: [ADD YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE LINK]

Need more tips or have questions? Contact Marcus at marcus.smith@bmc.org.