The Challenge
What is the 3,000 Squats in April challenge?
The 3,000 Squats in April Challenge is a fundraising event run through Facebook. Take on 3,000 squats over the month of April while helping to raise funds for lifesaving research into heart disease.
What is a Facebook fundraiser?
It is a new and exciting way to raise money through Facebook. Registering your fundraiser through Facebook allows you to:
- Share directly with your family and friends and ask for donations.
- Tell people what you are doing and why.
- Provide updates to your supporters.
How do I register for 3,000 Squats in April?
To register click the link below to join our Facebook Group. Once joined, follow the prompts in the top post to complete your registration.
How do I get a free t-shirt and when will I receive it?
To get your hands on a free t-shirt head to the 3,000 Squats in April Facebook Group and follow the prompts.
Your t-shirt will be sent via Australia Post. Our team of volunteers are working hard to pack and post your t-shirt. We expect your t-shirt will arrive within 10 business days. If your shirt has not arrived within 20 business days, please email communityfundraising@heartfoundation.org.au.
I have joined the Facebook group, how do I create my Facebook fundraiser?
Creating your fundraising page is easy. Click the link below and follow the prompts to get started.
How can I personalise my Facebook fundraiser?
You can personalise your Facebook fundraiser after the page has been created. You can personalise things such as:
- Your posts.
- Your fundraising goal.
- Your cover photo.
- Your fundraiser description.
My t-shirt doesn’t fit, can I get a different size?
Sorry to hear, we have limited number of t-shirts available. We are unable to send out different sizes. We don’t want your t-shirt to go to waste so please pass it on to family member or friend to enjoy as a thank you for their support. We thank you for your understanding.
What happens if I cannot do 3,000 squats?
All we ask is that you try your best. This is your challenge. Take on as many squats as your legs will allow you in a day.
How do I track my squats?
Share your progress with family and friends daily through Facebook posts. Create a running tally to show where you are up to at any point in the challenge. It is also a great way ask for donations.
We have included a calendar with your t-shirt to mark off the days as you complete them.
Can we participate as a team?
Yes you can, although we cannot join your pages together. Get your friends and family together to join your Squat Squad and participate in the challenge.
Fundraising
How will the Heart Foundation use the money I raise?
When you sign up for 3,000 Squats in April and ask friends and family to sponsor you, you’ll be making a meaningful difference to your own heart health, as well as the hearts of others.
Your funds will help support:
- Lifesaving heart research that could transform heart disease diagnosis and treatment.
- Health professionals who prevent and treat heart disease.
- Programs, resources, and professional advice for people at risk of heart disease.
How do I share my Facebook fundraiser with my friends?
Your Facebook fundraiser is automatically shared with your Facebook friends as soon as it’s created. We recommend also using the blue ‘invite’ button at the top of your Facebook fundraiser page to directly invite your friends to support you.
How do I get a receipt for my donation?
Donations $2 and over are tax deductible. Once a donation has been made the donor will receive a receipt to their email address. Don’t forget to check your spam / junk folder in case. Receipts are generated through Facebook. For more information visit www.facebook.com/help/1439525279599897/
I've created my fundraising page but how do I raise money?
Great question. Getting started is always the hardest. Let everybody know what you are doing why. Share your Facebook fundraisers with your family and friends. Ask everyone for a $25 donation, that’s like donating what they would spend on a coffee for a week.
How do I thank my donors?
It’s so exciting when you get a donation. Facebook will send you a notification each time someone donates. We recommend thanking them personally on your Facebook fundraiser. Then when you complete the challenge send them a note via Facebook, email or SMS to let them know your final achievements in squats and money raised.
What is the best message/post I can share to inspire donations?
There are so many to choose from. Let your family and friends know what you are doing and why. Do you have a personal heart story you are comfortable in sharing? Or perhaps you are taking part to improve your heart health. Being open and honest will encourage friends, family and other acquaintances to make a donation and help you reach your goal. You can post as often as you like. Here are some ideas you could share;
- Day 1 complete, first 100 squats done and dusted.
- Shout out your first donation.
- 1,000 squats completed.
- Halfway, only another 1,500 to go.
- Achieved your fundraising goal.
- 500 squats to go.
- Last day 3,000 squats completed, thank you for your support.
Is there a hashtag I can use?
Yes. We’re using #doitforheart and we’d love you to use it too.
