Pink Ribbonwalk 2012

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Walk as part of a team

If you fancy taking part in the Pink Ribbonwalk but don’t want to walk alone, why not invite your friends, family and colleagues along and walk as part of a team?

'The Pink Ribbonwalk is a great way to spend time with friends, family or colleagues while getting a bit fitter and raising money for such a worthy cause. My experience will stay with me for the rest of my life.'
Pink Ribbonwalker 2011

Create a team

How to set up a team

1. Sign up and pay your £30 registration fee.
2. Log into your account.
3. Click on ‘Your event’ and 'Create a team"

Step-by-step guide to creating a team

How to join your friend’s team

1. You must be invited by the person who created the team.
2. An invitation will be sent to your email address. Open it and you will find two links – one for those who have already registered for the Pink Ribbonwalk and one for those who haven’t. Please click on the appropriate link and follow instructions.

Step-by-step guide to joining your friend's team

One of Pink Ribbonwalk teams

We have plenty of fundraising tips to help you and your team mates reach your minimum fundraising amount and with the prospect of a celebratory BBQ at the end of the walk, it’s the perfect opportunity to get fit and have fun at the same time!

Please note that the minimum fundraising is set at £175* per participant and not per team. All money raised will be split evenly between all team members.

* Unless you have received our loyalty offer.  

'An inspiring, happy, challenging day. Great to walk as a team with my girlfriends!'
Pink Ribbonwalker 2011 

Frequently asked questions 

If you still have questions or encountered any problems, have a look at our frequently asked questions document.

FAQs: creating and joining a team

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Fundraising ideas

To hit your target of minimum £175 sponsorship, we've prepared dozens of ideas for you.

Fundraising ideas for your Pink Ribbonwalk

We also have ideas from previous Pink Ribbonwalk participants:

Whichever fundraising ideas you decide to go with, remember to break down the money you're aiming to raise into manageable bite-size chunks. And you'll hit your target in no time!

Publicise your fundraising

Social media

Pink RibbonwalkRemember, it’s your network of friends, family, colleagues and contacts who will support you with your training and fundraising.

Keep them updated every step of the way with your Facebook profile, blog or Twitter account. Tell them how your training is going (with pictures for added impact) and let them know how you’re getting on with your fundraising target. You can even upload pictures on the day to show everyone your progress along the route!

If you follow Breast Cancer Care on Facebook and Twitter, we’ll keep you up to date with the goings-on here, and keep you on track with support and tips.

Stuck for ideas for status updates and tweets? Then why not try these:

• I have signed up to take part in Breast Cancer Care’s Pink Ribbonwalk. Sign up today to join me and help support the 50,000 people diagnosed with breast cancer each year
• Did you know that Breast Cancer Care have a brand new Pink Ribbonwalk venue this year? Sign up to take part at the beautiful Marble Hill Park
• Why not get fit in 2012 and raise funds for Breast Cancer Care?
• Sign up to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk!

Get tweeting!

• I’m taking part in the @BCCare #Ribbonwalk 2012 – click here to take part too http://bcc.cx/nRDkhX
• Register to take part in a @BCCare #Ribbonwalk near you http://bcc.cx/nRDkhX

JustGiving also have a Facebook application which you can add to your Facebook profile to keep people updated.

Fundraising materials 

To raise awareness of your challenge or promote your fundraising event, you might want to create some publicity. Click on the links below to download our posters, email signature or collection box. 

Poster

Blank poster

Email signature

Collection box 

Fundraise on JustGiving

We use JustGiving because it helps us raise more money. The proof: more than 12 million people have already raised over £700 million for charity on JustGiving. It makes online fundraising simple, fast, effective and fun. It only takes a minute for you to set up a fundraising page, and it’s quick and easy to share it with your friends. Plus, JustGiving provides you and your sponsors with a 100 per cent secure, spam-free experience.

Pink Ribbonwalk finish line

To set up your JustGiving page, click on the location of the Pink Ribbonwalk you're taking part in:

Scone Palace Pink Ribbonwalk

Blenheim Palace Pink Ribbonwalk

Petworth House Pink Ribbonwalk

Cholmondeley Castle Pink Ribbonwalk

Marble Hill Park Pink Ribbonwalk

Important:

• please ensure you sign up to JustGiving using the same postal address as you registered when signing up for the Pink Ribbonwalk 
• if you are setting up a page for someone else, please enter their details in the ‘Your details’ section, not your own (without the correct details we are unable to ensure the sponsorship money is attributed to the correct person).

For more information or help setting up your page, visit www.justgiving.com or call the JustGiving helpdesk on 0845 021 2110.

Please note: JustGiving money will only be attributed to the person who set up the JustGiving page. Therefore if you are fundraising as part of a team you must register your team on the Pink Ribbonwalk website and invite your friends to join it so the money will be split evenly between you.  

If you want to use an online donation website other than JustGiving please speak to us first and let us know. We will be able to advise you.

Get in the press

Contacting your local press is a great way to get publicity for your challenge and also for the work that Breast Cancer Care does. Appearing in a local paper or on your local radio station can also help you maximise the number of people who support you or attend your fundraising event.

Have you done everything you can?

Good planning is essential to raising your sponsorship. To help you, we've created a fundraising checklist for you!

Pink Ribbonwalk fundraising checklist

Frequently asked questions

If you still have questions about fundraising for your Pink Ribbonwalk, please have a look at our frequently asked questions document.

FAQs: fundraising

FAQs: creating a team

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Pink Ribbonwalk?

The Pink Ribbonwalk is a fundraising event for Breast Cancer Care. There are five walks taking place in 2012. There will be two circular routes available at each walk, a 20 mile and a 10 mile route.

When and where are the Pink Ribbonwalk events?

The dates for the Breast Cancer Care 2012 Pink Ribbonwalk events are:

Scone Palace, Perth – Saturday 12 May 2012
Perth, Scotland, PH2 6BD
Scone Palace route information 
Scone Palace website 

Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire – Saturday 19 May 2012
Woodstock, Oxfordshire, OX20 1PX
Blenheim Palace route information
Blenheim Palace website 

Petworth House, West Sussex – Saturday 26 May 2012
Petworth, West Sussex GU28 0AE
Petworth House route information
Petworth House website 

Cholmondeley Castle, Cheshire – Saturday 9 June 2012
Malpas, Cheshire, SY14 8AH
Cholmondeley Castle route information
Cholmondeley Castle website 

Marble Hill Park, Twickenham, London – Saturday 16 June 2012
Marble Hill Park route information
Marble Hill Park website

Who can take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?

The Pink Ribbonwalk is open to women and men of all abilities. The minimum age to take part is 16 years, and those under the age of 18 must be accompanied at all times by a responsible adult. We request that there is at least one adult present for every two under age participants.

How fit do I need to be?

It does not matter if you are an experienced walker or have never done anything like this before as long as you put in the training. It is designed to be challenging but achievable. Please remember that the routes will take in some hills so please incorporate hill walks into your training.

There is plenty of time to train and training tips are included in your support pack, which you will receive when you sign up. You will be supported every step of the way by Breast Cancer Care.

How much is it to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk? 

The entry fee to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk is £30 per participant. This entry fee is non-refundable. For this you will receive:

• an email support pack with event details, training guides, sponsorship form and fundraising tips
• monthly Pink Ribbonwalk email newsletters
• a posted event pack with final details
• pink ribbon to write a personal message on
• a Pink Ribbonwalk T-shirt to wear on the day
• your own personal walking number
• free entry into the grounds of a stately home
• access to private land and restricted areas
• refreshments and toilet facilities on the route
• a Pink Ribbonwalk medal, treats and a celebratory BBQ at the finish
• a certificate showing your fundraising total.

How much sponsorship do I have to raise?

Each participant must raise a minimum of £175 in sponsor money (in addition to the £30 entry fee) which must be received by Breast Cancer Care by Friday 20 July 2012.

Why is there a minimum sponsorship amount of £175?

The Pink Ribbonwalk is a fundraising event and the money raised from this event will help Breast Cancer Care to continue to provide our vital services to those affected by breast cancer. We ask for a minimum amount so that we can estimate how much we will be able to raise, and commit these funds to our services. This fundraising sum we feel also reflects the scale and difficulty of the challenge. 

How do I enter?

You can complete our online registration form or call 0870 145 0101 to enter over the phone.

When do I have to sign up by?

Participants enter on a first come first served basis. Entries will close once the event limit is reached for health and safety reasons or two weeks before the date of the event, so we would strongly encourage you to sign up straight away which will also give you more time to raise your minimum £175 sponsorship. 

Further questions

If you have any further questions, please get in touch with us at pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk or call 0870 145 0101.

FAQs: creating and joining a team

FAQs: fundraising

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Register as a volunteer 

Volunteers - we need your help!

The Pink Ribbonwalk is a great day out for walkers and volunteers. Volunteering is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and most importantly be part of one of the most uplifting and emotional events of the year. The Pink Ribbonwalk could not happen without the fantastic support of our volunteers, and we need over 100 of you at each event to make the day a success.

‘What we like most about the Pink Ribbonwalks is their inclusive nature. It doesn't matter what your gender is or how fit you are, you just get drawn in and enveloped by bonhomie. Volunteering on the registration desk, it is heart warming to see participants' elation at meeting their personal challenges at the end of the walk. Naturally the Pink Ribbonwalks would not be as successful as they are without the wonderful organisation of the Breast Cancer Care team; they are genuinely grateful to the volunteers and make you feel valued. Whether you are walking or volunteering the Pink Ribbonwalks will be events you'll remember all year and we guarantee that as soon as they are over you'll be relating your experiences to friends, relatives and colleagues, encouraging them to get involved the following year.’
Annette and Tony Cutting, Pink Ribbonwalk volunteers

Volunteer at the Pink RibbonwalkRoles

Roles on the day vary from helping on the route to handing out well deserved medals at the finish line. We also have specialist volunteer roles including massage therapists and mini-bus drivers. Please see the information below for further details on what you could do to help.

Register as a volunteer

Extra information

Take a look at our information packs below to find out more about volunteering at the Pink Ribbonwalk. If you are unable to use the online form, please download a registration form and return it to the address on the form.

Volunteer Information Pack

Volunteer Registration Form

Massage Volunteer Information Pack

Massage Volunteer Registration Form

Cadet Information Pack

Cadet Registration Form

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Register now as a volunteer and celebrate the achievement of those talking part.

Become a Breast Cancer Care Event Champion

We are looking for Event Champions who can help promote our fundraising events where they live and in their local communities. We need you to spread the word to help make this the best Pink Ribbonwalk yet!

This might mean putting up posters in schools, doctor’s surgeries and libraries, or putting something on the intranet at work. You might be able to talk about the event, your training and your fundraising on your blog, Twitter, or Facebook page. Maybe you could hold a talk at any clubs or societies to which you belong. We can help give you ideas on how to spread the word or perhaps you already have some ideas of your own already!

Your Champion activities can take up as little or as much time as you can spare, and we will keep you updated via our regular e-newsletters.

Email pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk for more information. 

Join a Pink Ribbonwalk Committee 

Anyone is welcome to join one of our committees. 

VolunteersCommittees are made up of a small group of people who live close to where our Pink Ribbonwalk events take place and who are supporters of the charity. They meet three to four times prior to the event to discuss and brainstorm ideas of how we can build awareness of the event to increase the number of participants, as well as recommend local suppliers and contacts to use on the day. A Breast Cancer Care representative will be present to guide you and tell you more about the event and the charity.
 
If you are interested in joining a committee, or know of anyone else who would be interested in becoming involved, please ask them to get in touch by emailing pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk