Whu
I just returned from Atlanta and I live in Michigan. The distance was never an issue. You will get support from those who care at home. I trained alone but I believe their is an access to try to find someone to train with through Avon. I learned a lot about self reliability and achieving a goal that was far bigger than I ever thought I could have done.
Take the training serious and spread the word that you are doing the walk. Send letters to everyone you know and people will donate. Many people surprised me.
Set out a game plan in writing for both training and raising money and stick to them. If you want any other help just ask.
Cacammarano
Go for it! I did the one in Boston this past year. I was nervous about reaching the then $1800 goal. I hung up a poster at work, sent a personalized "valentine" in February to everyone on my Christmas list and send e-mails to all my "virtual friends" so my fundraising touch a big part of the country.
Avon will give you some sample pledge letters. Personalize them with the reasons you are doing the walk and to fit your style. Don't forget to ask your employer. I was amazed when my final tally came to $3300 because I don't think I asked for one pledge directly. Remember to plan time for fund raising just like you do for training. By reaching the minimum early, you won't have to worry about it the whole time your training.
Dawn
I finished the 3 day in N.Y and it was wonderful. I had a really good experience. I thank everyone who gave info to me also. If anyone is thinking of doing the walk next year have no doubts. It is great. I was probably the one in the porta potty the most. But so what!
Julia
My main fundraising tip is: Don't assume someone isn't going to donate. Send a pledge form to EVERYone you can think of, and let them decide for themselves. Someone told me that as the pledge forms came rolling in, I would continually be surprised by who gave, who didn't, who gave a lot, who didn't give a lot, etc. And I was. So don't rule anyone out when you're addressing those envelopes.
And my main training tip: Prepare yourself to spend a lot of time trying on shoes. It's so important to find the right pair. Avon (and other sources) provide a lot of helpful information to shoe buying, but only you know what pair is going to fit well and be comfortable. Most of the outfitters that Avon lists in their newsletters will let you take the shoes out and try them--either walk around the block, or, even better, take them home with you and walk around for a few days (usually just inside, tho). I'm always in such a hurry when I shop, especially for shoes, but I'm glad I took my time when I shopped for my shoes. I ended up returning 3 pairs, and finally ended up with 2 pairs I liked a lot and had no problems with.
Good luck and have fun!
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