How to raise $1,500 in just six weeks:

Week 1:

• Start by sponsoring yourself = $25.
• Send out at least 25 letters and emails to friends and family (ask for a minimum donation of $26) = $650.

Week 2:

• Follow up on your fundraising letters and emails.
• Ask three additional family members (minimum donation of $26 each) = $78.
• Ask five friends to sponsor you (minimum donation of $26 each) = $130.
• Ask two co-workers to sponsor you (minimum of $26 each) = $52.
• Check with your company's human resource department to see if they offer matching gifts.

Week 3:

• Ask three additional co-workers to sponsor you (minimum donation of $26 each) = $78.
• Plan a fundraising party with at least 25 people (e.g. 50% of split cover charge of $20 for a happy hour) = $250.

Week 4:

•   Ask five neighbors to sponsor you (minimum donation of $15 each) = $75

Week 5:

•   Ask your boss for a company contribution = $50

Week 6:

• Ask three businesses you frequent for a donation (e.g. doctor, dentist, dry cleaners, etc., $37 each) = $111

Grand Total $1500