Ask for a donation as a virtual climber
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Subject line: Please support my participation in Story by Story!

Headline: Join me in donating to inMotion and help protect women and children from abuse.

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I'm proud and excited to participate in a unique stair climb fundraiser to end domestic violence on Thursday, October 18, 2012 called Story by Story, and I need your help!

This event directly benefits inMotion, a nonprofit that provides free legal services to battered women and their children.

1,000 inMotion supporters will come together on October 18 to climb the stairs of 1411 Broadway—a 42-story skyscraper in the heart of Manhattan's Fashion District and Times Square.

Unfortunately I cannot be a stair climber on that day, but I will be there in spirit. As a "virtual climber," my goal is raise $[______] for this worthy cause.

I would be grateful if you can support me by making an online donation. To access my personal fundraising page, click the link at the bottom of this email message.

All donations are completely tax-deductible.

There are also many volunteer opportunities to help set up and assist with the event. Learn more about volunteering at the event at www.storybystory.org.

Be a part of a critical chapter in the life of an abused family.
Please make a donation today!

Thank you,
[Your name]