Move for Melanoma Sept. 27th-29th 2024: Your Guide to Making a Difference

Move for Melanoma is back for another year! 

Move for Melanoma is an activity challenge that takes place across Canada, aiming to bring attention to melanoma, non-melanoma skin cancer, and ocular melanoma. 

Individuals and teams plan amongst themselves to gather at any convenient time between Sept 27th-29th 2024 for their movement-based activity. This makes it an inclusive group activity for all ages and activity levels, all for a great cause!

By participating, you'll be:

• Raising awareness and funds: 100% of the money raised goes directly to patients battling melanoma and other skin cancers, helping with treatment costs, travel, and more.

• Promoting sun safety: Learn how to protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays and reduce your risk of skin cancer.

• Joining a supportive community: Connect with others who are passionate about making a difference in the fight against melanoma.

How to Get Involved:

• Register: Sign up by clicking here to create or join an existing team. Each city that has expressed interest in participating also has teams that solo participants can join. 

• Fundraise: Spread the word about Move for Melanoma to your friends, family, and social networks. Encourage them to donate to support melanoma research and patient support services.

• Download the Sun Buddy App: Enhance your participation by taking the free self-assessment test and accessing valuable resources on skin cancer prevention and early detection.

• Participate: Get active during the event and track your progress using the hashtag #MoveForMelanoma.

Tips and Tricks for Effective Fundraising:

• Set a clear goal: Determine how much you want to raise and create a fundraising plan to achieve it.

• Leverage social media: Share your fundraising page on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and encourage your followers to donate.

• Personalize your story: Share your connection to melanoma and why you're participating in Move for Melanoma. This will resonate with potential donors.

• Offer incentives: Create incentives for donations, such as personalized thank-you messages, exclusive merchandise, or opportunities to meet survivors.

• Host a fundraising event: Organize a fun event like a bake sale, a trivia night, or a silent auction to attract donors and raise funds.

• Reach out to local businesses: Ask local businesses to sponsor your fundraising efforts or donate prizes for a raffle.

• Create a compelling fundraising page: Use engaging photos and videos to tell your story and inspire others to donate on your Move for Melanoma Raisin page.

• Email your network: Send personalized emails to your friends, family, and colleagues asking for their support.

• Participate in local events: Look for opportunities to promote Move for Melanoma at community events or festivals.

Spread the Word and Make a Difference:

We can't fight melanoma alone. Move for Melanoma encourages all participants to create or join a Team, making it a fun group activity for all ages and activity levels. 

We encourage participants to spread the word with their friends, families, coworkers, etc! Join or create teams and spend time together while being active. More resources can also be found here including graphics, sponsorship resources, and social media posts. 

Together, we can make a significant difference in the fight against melanoma. Let's Move for Melanoma!