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DIY MS Guide

Benefiting the
National MS Society

Couple attending a pickleball tournament

Golfers at a fundraising tournament

Two People at a Fundraiser

Raise awareness and critical funds in unique and creative ways.

Do It Yourself Fundraising MS is an opportunity to personalize your commitment to the MS movement and passion for creating positive change in the world.

With DIY, the emphasis is on “you.” “You” have the power to make a difference for everyone affected by MS however “you” want to.

When you get involved in DIY, you’re joining a welcoming community of hundreds of people across the country focused on the same goal as you: a world free of MS. 

 

We are here to support you every step of the way.

 

GET STARTED IN 3 EASY STEPS

CREATE

The possibilities for your DIY Fundraiser are endless.
SHARE

Spread the word and invite your family and friends to support your fundraiser.
FUNDRAISE

Raise funds to help create a world free of MS.

Need help deciding?

If you are unsure of which activity fits you the best, we are here to help! Reach out to us by email at diyms@nmss.org or call us at 1-800-344-4867, ext. 15214 and we will help you find the best way to bring your vision to life.

Pick an Activity

The sky's the limit when it comes to DIY Fundraising MS. Let your interests guide you as you plan your fundraising challenge.

Athletic Challenges

Want to run a 5K, hop on the bike and pedal your heart out or just have a rousing kickball tournament in your backyard with your friends? Plan an athletic challenge with DIY Fundraising MS and create a world free of MS while pushing your personal physical limits.

Get Creative

Combine your personal passion with the passion of a world free of MS. Host a poker tournament, plan a neighborhood-wide garage sale, have a clothing swap or schedule a garden tour. The choice is yours!

Special Occasions

Use your birthday/anniversary/milestone to donate to the Society. In lieu of gifts, ask your family and friends to make a donation in your honor to your fundraising page.

Stream to End MS

Turn your love of video games, content creation and other hobbies like fitness and cooking into a fundraiser for the Society by gathering your online community and streaming to end MS.

Tributes

Create a Memorial Fund in memory of a loved one who has passed, or an Honorary Fund in honor of someone special in your life, recognition of an accomplishment or milestone.

Connect for a Cure

If your company is looking for a turnkey fundraising activity, we have just what you need to spread philanthropy throughout your organization while building employee camaraderie. 


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Setting Up & Sharing a Fundraiser

Once you register, you will have access to our fundraising tools and digital downloads which allow you to:

  • Personalize your fundraising page with photos, videos and the reasons why you choose to participate in DIY Fundraising MS. Need help setting up your page? Our team is here to help.

  • Fundraise with our DonorDrive app. This app is a powerful tool to help you raise funds and awareness for a world free of MS. Exciting features — like mobile check deposit and QR code creation — will help you go the extra mile in your fundraising, as well as connect with your community.
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  • Start a Facebook Fundraiser and track your fundraising progress.

  • Use digital downloads like “We Joined the Movement” badges and impact images to include in your promotional activities and social media posts. Send emails to your network asking for donations.

  • Print materials: see the Toolkit page for materials to have at your event, such as brochures.


Are you ready to get started? We have tools ready for you!
Toolkit

How We Can Help

The National MS Society is here to support you as you transform your passion into fundraising that helps create a world free of MS. From logos and images you can use to fundraising ideas, we are proud to be your partner. If you need advice or a helping hand, reach out to your local Society office or call 1-800-344-4867, ext. 15214 or send an email to diyms@nmss.org.

While the Society can help make your event a success, we are unable to provide the following:  

  • Administrative or logistic assistance 
  • Event funding, including assistance in soliciting donations, handling mailings, attending committee meetings, recruiting attendees, and collecting donations 
  • The Society's tax‐exemption number for making any purchases related to your event 
  • Guaranteed volunteer, Board Member, or staff attendance at the event
  • Access to donor lists or contacts 
  • Responsibility of any nature or kind associated directly or indirectly with the event, including, but not limited to, expenses, purchases, insurance or liability coverage    

All events benefiting the National MS Society must meet certain standards and criteria.   For example, the event must be reputable and in-line with the mission of the Society. All event participants must understand that the event is not produced by the Society nor the responsibility of the Society. As the organizer, you must never state or imply that the National MS Society is an event sponsor. 

Please refer to our Legal Policies & Guidelines for a detailed explanation on policies regarding DIY Fundraisers.  

 

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