BE THE ONE | APRIL 15-16, 2026

As a Bless The Badge Champion, you're instrumental in fueling our mission.

Your primary role is to invite 10 people to give $25–$100 during the 24-hour challenge.  Every gift is matched, so your ask doubles their impact.

Click here, then select Fundraise to set up your Champion page for sharing. 

Our ambitious goals for the 2026 Giving Challenge are:

• 150+ Donors: Expanding our base of support
• $15,000 Raised: Directly funding vital programs
• $30,000 Impact: Every gift doubled through matching funds

Your efforts will be rewarded! Here's how you can win:

• 5 Donors: Exclusive Bless The Badge T-shirt
• 10 Donors: $50 Gift Card to the Bless The Badge Shop
• 15 Donors: $75 Gift Card to the Bless The Badge Shop
• 20 Donors OR $1,500 Raised: $100 Gift Card to the Bless The Badge Shop

Team Bonus: If we reach 150 donors, every Champion with 5+ donors earns a bonus reward

Champions who succeed don’t just post, they personally ask.

Success comes from engaging your network and inviting people into something meaningful.

• Personalize Your Ask: Share why this mission matters to you
• Invite, don’t just post: Texts and DMs outperform social media
• Follow Up: A simple reminder makes a big difference

Use these as a starting point - make them sound like you.

Initial Ask:

• Hey [Name]! I’m part of a 24-hour campaign supporting law enforcement families.
• I’m inviting 10 people to give $25–$100 - would you be one of them? Every gift is matched.

Live Message:

• We’re live! For the next 24 hours, every gift to Bless The Badge is matched.
• Would you be willing to give $25–$100? [Link]

Follow-Up:

• Hey [Name], quick follow-up - today’s the last day and gifts are still being matched.
• Would love for you to be part of this: [Link]

Let's break down the Giving Challenge timeline for maximum impact:

Before Launch (NOW through 4/14):

• Identify your 10-15 people
• Send your initial messages
• Set up your Champion page

Launch Hour (4/15 at 12 PM):

• FIRST HOUR = MOST IMPORTANT
• Send your link immediately
• Follow up with quick replies
• Share once on social

Diamond Hours (9-10 PM & 9-10 AM):

• Re-engage your network
• Send reminders
• Share impact + urgency

Final Push (4/16 9 AM-12 PM):

• Send final follow-ups
• “We’re close - can you be one of the final donors?”
• Thank your donors

Your efforts directly impact the lives of law enforcement officers and their families. By providing support and resources, we create a stronger, more resilient community.

Strong families support strong officers - and strong officers serve stronger communities.

Every gift counts.
Every gift is matched.
Every person matters.

Be the one.