Welcome to the For the Future Fitness Challenge, benefiting the Integral Charitable Foundation (ICF). We hope that you will use this challenge to push your fitness to support the important work the ICF is doing. Raise funds, be active, and support the mission of the ICF. Funds raised as part of the For the Future Fitness Challenge go toward pro bono environmental work, STEM scholarships, and direct support to other charities whose missions are in line with ours. With your support, our goal is to raise $30,000 for the ICF.
The For the Future Fitness Challenge will run through the month of September, starting on Tuesday, September 3 and ending Wednesday, October 2. In addition to the fundraising goal, you will have the opportunity to select a personal fitness goal. We hope you will choose a goal that pushes you out of your comfort zone and keeps you active for the future. We will be participating in teams. Each team will have a team leader, who will be charged with cheerleading and encouraging their team members to take those extra steps in the name of charity.
Of course, no fitness challenge is complete without prizes. All participants will receive a For the Future T-shirt. Those who meet their fitness goals will receive a foldable travel backpack. The team that logs the most steps will receive a JBL speaker. The top 3 individual fundraisers will receive a Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System and a year-long subscription to MasterClass. And finally, the individual who beats their fitness goal by the most steps will get a Theragun Mini 2.0.
Sign-ups start on August 19. We hope you will join us to team up for tomorrow!
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
You can participate in this challenge by doing pretty much anything that elevates your heart rate. This includes walking, running, cycling or any of your favorite fitness activities! Just make sure to log it! For activities that cannot be measured in steps or miles, please refer to the PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CONVERSION CHART below.
For more information on tracking your distance or setting up tracking devices please refer to the ‘How It Works’ and ‘FAQ's’ sections below.
Track workouts anywhere & anytime and complete goal.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
INTEGRAL CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
Our mission is to expand access to science and engineering knowledge, address climate change and its impacts, and improve environmental and social conditions in our communities and beyond.
I'm excited to share that I'll be participating in the For the Future Fitness Challenge, joining forces with the Integral Charitable Foundation (ICF) to support their vital work. ICF is dedicated to addressing pressing issues such as climate change, expanding access to STEM education, improving environmental health, supporting disaster victims, and investing in our communities. Its programs support pro bono environmental work for non-profits and community groups, fund STEM scholarships at several colleges and universities, and provide direct financial support to other non-profits whose missions are in line with ours. Learn more at https://integralcharitablefoundation.org/.
Our collective goal is to raise $30,000 to help ICF advance its important mission. I invite you to contribute and make a difference for the future. Your support will fuel my commitment to take extra steps this September. Thank you for your generosity!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Charity Footprints?
Charity Footprints is a social enterprise that connects fitness and charitable giving. We empower people just like you, to get fit & give back.
Our Virtual Races allow non-profits to challenge their patrons to run, walk or ride and raise funds just as they would in a fundraising walkathon. The best part - charities save over 45% in event and logistical costs. So, the dollars that you pay to register or fundraise, go farther.
What is the campaign registration fee?
This campaign is free to participate in.
However, we encourage you to donate optional/suggested amount during registration or you can always donate any amount on your fundraising page after the registration.
How can I create my fundraising page?
Well, you wouldn't have to create a separate fundraising page. Once you register for this campaign, we'll give you the link to your fundraising page.
If you workout indoors (treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike etc.), you can upload your workouts here.
How do I join a team on this campaign?
While registering for the campaign, select the team you'd like to join or create a new team and invite others to #GetFitGiveBack with you. If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.
I am an international donor (non-US), what are my donation charges and tax-deductibility?
All donations are made in US dollars, so the donations may be levied an exchange rate fee via your bank. Donors will want to connect with their bank to determine exactly what that fee may be. Additionally, international donors will need to reach out to a tax professional to discuss if and how tax deductibility will apply to their donation.
Who can sponsor my fundraising efforts?
The short answer is - everyone. The fundraising research shows that the number one reason for people not donating is that they weren't asked to.
That said, there are things you can do to attract people to sponsor you. Adding a picture to your fundraising page, telling potential donors why this cause is so personal to you, sharing your fundraising page on social media, email, and chat groups.
Last, if your employer has a gift matching program, check with the human resources department to support your favorite cause as well.
Who can I contact if I need help?
You can contact us any time if you need help. We love hearing from our users so please don't hesitate to write to us about issues, suggestions, or to just say hi. You can also contact the non-profit administrator directly if you would like.
How do I change or switch my team?
If you want to join a team (or create your team) after registration, login to the campaign site and you would find a link to edit "My Team" in the menu under your profile in the header.
The For the Future Fitness Challenge will run through the month of September, starting on Tuesday, September 3 and ending Wednesday, October 2. In addition to the fundraising goal, you will have the opportunity to select a personal fitness goal. We hope you will choose a goal that pushes you out of your comfort zone and keeps you active for the future. We will be participating in teams. Each team will have a team leader, who will be charged with cheerleading and encouraging their team members to take those extra steps in the name of charity. 
Of course, no fitness challenge is complete without prizes. All participants will receive a For the Future T-shirt. Those who meet their fitness goals will receive a foldable travel backpack. The team that logs the most steps will receive a JBL speaker. The top 3 individual fundraisers will receive a Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System and a year-long subscription to MasterClass. And finally, the individual who beats their fitness goal by the most steps will get a Theragun Mini 2.0. 
Sign-ups start on August 19. We hope you will join us to team up for tomorrow! 
CAMPAIGN CHAT
Please register for the campaign to see the chat activity. If you're already registered, login here.