Raise funds for clean water

TAKE your race one step further

Fundraising is one of the most powerful (and surprisingly easy!) ways to multiply your impact. Every dollar matters to those who still need safe water closer to home!

This year, together we’re working to bring clean water to communities in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where thousands of people still don’t have safe water close to home. 

Your fundraising helps provide clean, safe drinking water to over 13,000 people and every dollar raised moves that forward.

Are you wondering how to start? It’s easy! 

If you’re registered on Race Roster, you already have a fundraising page. Now it’s just about sharing it:

Find your page 

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  • Go to your sign-up confirmation in your e-mail 

  • Click on “Visit Dashboard”, then next to Fundraising click “Edit Page” 

Personalize your page  

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  • Set a simple goal (even $100–$250 makes a real impact!)

Share your link

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Make it fun!!

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  • Set a challenge (e.g. “$10 per km”)

  • Offer something silly or creative (costume run, cold plunge, etc.)

  • Turn it into a team effort with friends or coworkers

Start small

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  • Most people who fundraise successfully just ask 5–10 people they already know.

Sample Message

Here’s a simple message you can copy and paste to send to friends and family.

Hi [Name], 

I’m taking part in Run For Water this year and wanted to invite you to be part of it with me. 

I’m raising funds to help bring clean water to communities in Africa where people still have to walk long distances for unsafe water. This year’s projects will impact thousands of people, helping improve health, education, and daily life. 

If you’re able, I’d love your support, every dollar truly makes a difference. 

[Insert your fundraising link] 

Thank you so much for being part of this with me!

Have a fundraising question?

Just email the Run For Water team at info@runforwater.ca. We’d love to help out!