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START YOUR OWN FUNDRAISER TO SAVE THE BOUNDARY WATERS

Turn your passion into action and help defend Canoe Country. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, honoring someone you love, or just want to rally your community around a cause that matters, you can make a real impact.

What is peer to peer fundraising? 

Peer to peer fundraising is all about telling your story and using it to spark action. Maybe you grew up paddling in the Boundary Waters, or maybe you discovered its magic on your first trip with friends. By creating a personal fundraising page, you can share those experiences and show why this place is worth protecting. When your community sees the Boundary Waters through your eyes, they’re more likely to join you in taking action.

It’s simple: create your own fundraising page, share your story, and invite your community to take action with you.

 

How it works: 

  • Sign-up: Create your personal fundraising page in minutes.
  • Set a goal: Choose a fundraising goal that excites you and motivates your community.
  • Make it yours: Personalizing your page is quick and easy. Use this space to tell your story and share why you care. You can also view others’ fundraisers on GiveMN for inspiration!
  • Spread the word: Share it with your friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, and paddling buddies. Social media, texts, and emails are all great tools.
  • Protect the Wilderness: Every dollar donated goes towards permanently protecting the Boundary Waters. Thank you for your support!

Start today and speak loudly for this quiet place.

Need inspiration? 

You don’t have to start from scratch. Here are some ways others have fundraised:

  • Birthday fundraisers: Dedicate your special day to the Boundary Waters.
  • Running challenges: Transform your miles into impact as a charity runner or on your own!
  • Adventure pledges: Turn your paddle, hike, or trek—whether a weekend outing or a months-long expedition—into a fundraiser for the Boundary Waters.
  • Memory or tribute pages: Honor a trip, a loved one, or a Boundary Waters experience.
  • Community events: Trivia nights, backyard concerts, dinner parties—the possibilities are endless.

For more resources, download this helpful guide to peer-to-peer fundraising for the Boundary Waters or email mira@savetheboundarywaters.org. 

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