Host a Fundraising Event
Get inspiration and support for your community event benefiting the Osteosarcoma Institute.
Event Inspiration
Thank you for your interest in organizing a fundraiser benefiting the Osteosarcoma Institute! Below you’ll find some inspiration and resources to help make your event a success.
Why Your Event Matters
Osteosarcoma is the most common childhood bone cancer.
No new treatments have been approved for osteosarcoma patients in 40 years.
1 in 3 children with osteosarcoma will not survive.
How the OSI Can Support Your Event
We want your fundraising event to be as successful as possible! Here’s how we can help. Support subject to resources and availability.
Events Raising Under $5,000
- Digital flyer
- Social media graphic
- Use of the Osteosarcoma Institute name and logo (subject to OSI approval of materials)
- Event webpage that shares your event details and includes an OSI donation form, allowing your supporters to contribute directly to our organization and receive receipts for their tax-deductible donations
Planning window: 2 to 3 months
Events Raising $5,000–$24,999
- Digital flyer, social media graphic, use of the OSI name and logo (subject to approval), and event webpage
- Social media promotion on the OSI’s accounts
- Email to your support network sharing event information
- Donation receipts for event sponsors or in-kind supporters (documentation required)
- The opportunity to meet with our team to discuss strategy
- Assistance with press preparation if your event is being covered by local media
Planning window: 4 to 5 months
Events Raising $25,000 or more
- Digital flyer, social media graphic, use of the OSI name and logo (subject to approval), and event webpage
- Social media promotion, email to your support network, sponsor donation receipts, strategy support, and assistance with press preparation
- OSI attendance at your event (subject to availability)
- Coverage of up to 15% of the event’s direct expenses (e.g., venue, food, travel, technology)
- Through our Partnering for Progress program, the opportunity to name and track a specific osteosarcoma research project the OSI has committed to fund
Planning window: 6 to 12 months
Due to regulations and time constraints, there are some limitations on the support that the OSI can offer. These include but are not limited to:
- Insurance or liability coverage (Liability insurance is required for some events, such as high-risk sporting events)
- Our sales tax exemption number
- Event planning and execution
- Issuing tax receipts for a raffle or auction
- Mailing list of our supporters and physicians
- Soliciting sponsors
- Securing media coverage or publicity
- Reimbursing expenses
- Guaranteed attendance of staff, physicians or patients
“Our greatest aspiration is to contribute to finding a cure for osteosarcoma. We hope to generate nationwide awareness of a disease that has deeply affected our family to encourage the funding of innovative science and research that will lead to a cure.”
—Ingrid Hartz and Sonia Woodfall, OSI Events Committee Co-Chairs
Community Fundraising Event Interest Form
Thank you for your interest in raising funds for osteosarcoma research! Let us know your event plans so we can offer support. Please note that support for third-party events is subject to OSI resources and availability. Our team will be in touch to discuss your event plan with you.
Meet With Our Team
Whether you have submitted the form or not, we are here to help! Schedule an appointment with our development team by clicking below.
We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your osteosarcoma advocacy!
Impact Stories
Your event will raise much needed funds to help find a cure for osteosarcoma.
‘It Is Our Turn to Fight This for Him’
David and Ingrid Hartz have made it their life’s work to end osteosarcoma in honor of their son, Miles.
After Son’s Remission, a Mom Faces Caregiver Trauma
Even after receiving the good news that her son is in remission from osteosarcoma, Sarah Bright still feels lasting scars from the diagnosis.
A Vibrant Life, a Tenacious Cancer Advocate: Izzy Martin’s Story
During a two-year battle with osteosarcoma, Isabelle “Izzy” Martin (February 7, 2010–July 29, 2022) maintained her characteristic spunk and selflessness, using her voice to inspire others.