stapfam

We have a thing over here called sponsorship fatigue. So many people are out there wanting sponsorship for their little 8 year old to walk 2 miles for the local mums in need concern. ( sorry about that ladies but that was the last one I was asked for) I do sponsor my friends for a nominal amount if they are doing it for a worthwhile concern, but I do get fed up with the number I am being asked to donate to for people that I do not even know.
There are certain Trusts, and charities that I do donate to but It has to be a good one. Even some of those are getting greedy. I used to do a ride for a big mentally handicapped school in London- Good ride and I enjoyed it but I donated to that cause out of my pocket and did not ask my friends. That charity is now asking for $300 minimum Sponsorship- I no longer do the ride so they have lost out on my $50.

Then again, I have just done a big ride for the Heart Foundation and I did not seek sponsorship from my workmates. I have the same problem as you. This is a ride I enjoy so once again they will get a personal donation from me.

If you want to get a good amount of sponsorship- Plug away at everyone- Family- friends- workmates and hit them time and time again till they cough up. Then leave them alone till next year.