2027 Resources

Frequently Requested Resources
We hear your requests and want to provide you with a quick list of resources that are commonly discussed and used. 

Accounting
In this section you will find tax and accounting information for your NAMIWalks.

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. 

Community Outreach

The resources found in this section can assist as you promote and expand your reach in your local community. 

Corporate Engagement

Expand your reach and partner with corporations in your community. Utilize the outreach materials, graphics, and tips in this section to ensure long-lasting relationships. 

Cultivation Events

Utilize the resources in this section to create impactful volunteer interest meetings, kickoff events, corporate kickoffs, rallies, internal company rallies, team captain meetings, committee meetings, and celebration events.

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.

Logos and Artwork

Utilize this section to enhance your in-person and online presence for your NAMIWalks event. Please refer to the Branding Guidelines for NAMIWalks 2027 in this section for a better understanding of your parameters. 

Media

It is important to present your NAMIWalks to the public in a clear and impactful way. Utilize the resources below before connecting with local broadcasters and publiciations. 

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!

Team Captain Promotion

Utilize the flyers, graphics, and toolkits in this section to assist team captains in reaching their full potential.

Timeline

Utilize this timeline template to organize Walk related tasks and due dates. Also discover the best resources on the WMRC to use for specific tasks. 

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.