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Frequently Requested Resources
We hear your requests and want to provide you with a quick list of resources that are commonly discussed and used.
Agreements, Benefits, Event Standards,
and Ways to Participate
The documents and agreements below review the various ways to participate in the NAMIWalks program; not all documents may apply to your specific Walk.
Please send all completed NAMIWalks agreements to namiwalks@nami.org.
App: Fundraise4NAMI
We are excited to launch our NAMIWalks App: Fundraise4NAMI! Available in the App Store and Google Play, registered participants will have NAMIWalks in the palm of their hand.
Committee and Volunteers
In this section you will find resources on how to build and maintain a strong committee for your walk and organize volunteers
for local efforts.
DonorDrive
This section provides you with detailed instructions on how to use the many features that DonorDrive has to offer.
For DonorDrive support please email support@donordrive.com.
Email Communications
Outreach to your local communities is extremely important for building a strong Walk Day experience. Use the resources in this section to learn more about how to connect with various donor groups, understand the prospect/coaching emails schedule, and build a foundation for communicating with your community.
Event Day
Create an amazing Walk day experience by utilizing the signage, forms, and templates found in this section.
First-Year Walk Events
Utilize the tools in this section to build a framework for your new Walk that is easy to follow and sustainable for years to come. Also discover new ideas to enhance your Walk day experience and build your community.
Fundraising
Recruiting community members to participate and donate in support of NAMI’s mission is important to sustaining your Walk. Below you will find resources that showcase how to fundraise and encourage others to maximize their efforts.
Miscellaneous
This section contains various graphics, templates, and letterhead - including Signs of Hope.
National Fundraising Recognition Program
Boost your NAMIWalks event and achieve higher participation by joining the National Fundraising Recognition Program. Participants have the chance to earn branded items by achieving specific fundraising levels. This section outlines the program and provides graphics to spread the word about the recognition program. This program is optional for all NAMIWalks events to participate in.
New Walk Manager Resources
Find tailored resources for first-time NAMIWalks Field Leaders in this section. Learn strategies to organize your logistics, volunteer, cultivation and fundraising efforts.
Participant and Team Coaching
In order for you to raise awareness, support, and donations you will need to recruit strong Walk participants and teams. In this section, you will find resources that help you coach your Walkers through their fundraising efforts, market incentives, and maintain lasting relationships for better retention.
Social Media
Maximize your efforts by connecting online. Use your social networks as a vital tool for spreading the word about your NAMIWalks event, and the need to support individuals impacted by mental illness. Utilize the graphics in this section to build and maintain your NAMIWalks community – connect with prospective committee members, volunteers, team captains, and current sponsors.
Spanish Language Resources
This section contains resources that are available in the Spanish language and are meant to help engage members of the
Spanish-speaking community.
Sponsorship
This section will assist you throughout Walk season to solicit & cultivate, maintain & inform, track & organize, and thank your sponsors.
T-shirts
T-shirt artwork, ordering instructions and other information will be found in this section!
Walk Stars
Utilize the flyers, graphics, email templates, and more in this section to help coach participants to become Walk Stars or recognize participants who have already reached this incredible milestone.