Fundraising at Farm to Fork Fondo

Farm to Fork Fondo is fundraising opportunity for any farm, organization, or community group seeking to raise funds for an eligible project. A Farm to Fork Fondo is a mass-start recreational bicycle ride in which 250-1000 cyclists begin the ride together at the starting line. Hosted by Farm to Fork Fitness Adventures, these events harness the good will of everyday athletes to raise money and awareness for your cause. Beneficiaries of the event participate in their fundraiser by telling the story of their project or organization to the cyclists and helping the day run smoothly through volunteering.

 

FAQs

How much will we raise at a Farm to Fork Fondo?

The amount raised at each event varies depending on the number of cyclists and the amount they donate to the cause. We estimate each benefitting organization can earn between $1000 and $3000 on event day.

How many volunteers do we need to bring?

It takes about 20 - 30 volunteers to fill all the volunteer posts. Organizations can collaborate to fill the volunteer slots and share the award money.

Where is Farm to Fork Fondo happening in 2021?

How does our organization sign up to benefit from Farm to Fork Fondo?

First, read our funding guidelines to make sure your project is eligible. Then, complete the application. We’ll get back to you quickly and help you start organizing your volunteers.

What does a volunteer do?

Volunteers make Farm to Fork Fondo even more fun. Sure, they help the day run smoothly by checking cyclists in on tablets at registration, selling raffle tickets, operating the social booth, refilling water containers and nutrition at farm aid stations along the cycling route, and checking riders back in at the finish line. But they also lift spirits and motivate cyclists as they crest a hill, or inspire them for a final push at the end of a 100 mile day, by cheering and rooting for the riders along the way.

 

Organize your volunteers

  1. Apply to benefit at least six weeks before event day. As soon as we confirm that you’re the event beneficiary, start organizing your volunteers

  2. Three weeks before event day: complete volunteer sign up form to place each of your volunteers at a post

  3. Two weeks before event day: design your team spirit. Choose something fun like costumes, signs, or props that each volunteer can wear or carry with them to help cyclists understand what your funded project is

  4. One week before event day: each volunteer signs the online liability waiver

  5. After the event, submit eligible expenses for reimbursement