We want your fundraising journey to be easy and fun. These are some tools that will be useful for you to reach your fundraising goal.
GETTING STARTED
We're thankful for your unwavering support and are thrilled that you've decided to make an even bigger impact by becoming a Go the Distance fundraiser.
1. Set Your Goal ▼
Setting a goal for your fundraiser is your first step. Research suggests that an initial goal of $200 is a good place to start. Once you've reached your goal, you can increase it and raise more funds. To jumpstart your campaign, be the first one to donate! Showcasing that you're not only a supporter but also a donor will encourage your network to give.
2. Tell Your Story ▼
Your story will capture the interest of potential supporters, so aim to make it as impactful as possible. It's important to communicate how Mustard Seed's mission has impacted your life in a meaningful way and why you've decided to fundraise on our behalf. Adding personal touches, such as a photo of yourself, will help your donors connect with your mission. You can also share stories, photos, or videos available on this page to add to your fundraising campaign.
3. The Best Way to Share ▼
The success of your fundraising campaign depends on the amount and ways that you're sharing your campaign with friends, family, and colleagues. Social media, email, text messaging, and word of mouth are some of the best ways to get your request noticed. Get personal and select a handful of your closest family and friends to reach out to as you announce your campaign. Close friends and family are more likely to donate, so getting them on board will let the rest of your network see that people are already supporting the cause.
FUNDRAISING IDEAS
Pick something meaningful. Do it for a week, a month, or one day. Invite others to support your challenge and help bring education and hope to children in Indonesia. Below are some ideas that you can do for your fundraising:
Walk 5km
Host a dinner
Bike to work
Read the Bible daily with your kids
Complete a fitness challenge
Sell crafts
Sell baked goods
Wash cars
Babysit
Clean yards
Dog walking
Run a school fundraiser
Do a prayer challenge
Tips: Did you know that 84% of people are more likely to give if you promise to match their donation?
Set your goal amount and let them know that you will match each donation they make.
COPY, PASTE, AND START
We've included pre-written communications for you to use at every major campaign milestone to make fundraising as easy as pie.
When to send: Right after you've completed setting up your fundraising campaign.
Purpose: Introduce your participation and invite others to join the journey.
EMAIL Subject Line: Help Bring Christian Education to Children Across Indonesia
Hi [Name], I’m excited to share that I’m participating in the 2026 Go the Distance Challenge with Mustard Seed International!
The Go the Distance Challenge is more than a fundraiser. It is a shared journey. Together, families, churches, schools, and communities are helping children across Indonesia experience Christian education that nurtures both mind and spirit. Through Christ-centered schools and trained teachers, children are being discipled to grow in faith, lead with compassion, and become a light in their communities for generations to come.
I’m hoping to raise [$Goal] to help support teacher training, strengthen schools, provide scholarships, and create opportunities for children to continue their educational journey with hope.
Even more exciting, every donation will be matched, doubling the impact of every gift. Would you consider joining me on this journey? You can support the campaign here: [your page URL]
If you’re unable to give, I would still appreciate your prayers and help sharing this with others.
Thank you for helping children across Indonesia go the distance.
SOCIAL MEDIA:
I’m joining the 2026 #GoTheDistance Challenge with Mustard Seed International! Together, we can help children across Indonesia continue their journey of learning, faith, and hope through Christian education, trained teachers, and strengthened schools. Every donation is matched, doubling the impact. Join me here: [your page URL]
When to send: Halfway to fundraising goal.
Purpose: To share that you're halfway to meeting your fundraising goal and still need help to get to the finish line.
EMAIL Subject Line: Halfway to the Goal, Still More Children to Reach
Hi [Name],
I wanted to share a quick update and thank you for supporting my 2026 Go the Distance Challenge fundraiser with Mustard Seed International.
Thanks to generous support, I’m now halfway to my fundraising goal! Every gift is helping children across Indonesia continue their journey of learning, growth, and faith through Christian education. Together, we are helping train teachers, strengthen schools, provide scholarships, and disciple the next generation.
One of the stories that continues to inspire me is hearing children confidently say, “I am a child of God.” Through caring teachers and Christ-centered education, children are discovering their value, purpose, and hope for the future. You can read the testimonial here [link to I Am the Chilf of God article]
Would you help me take the next step toward my goal?
You can donate here:[your page URL]
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Halfway there! Thank you to everyone who has supported my 2026 #GoTheDistance fundraiser so far. Together, we’re helping provide Christian education, train teachers, and support children across Indonesia. There’s still time to join the journey: [your page URL]
When to send: One (1) day before the fundraiser ends.
Purpose: To inform your network that time is running out and they can help you reach your goals by donating and/or sharing your fundraiser with their network.
EMAIL Subject Line: I'm close to my goal-will you help me reach it?
The 2026 Go the Distance Challenge is almost over, and I’m so grateful for everyone who has supported this journey so far.
Together, we’ve already raised [$Amount Raised] to help children across Indonesia access Christian education through trained teachers, strengthened schools, scholarships, and discipleship-centered learning.
I’m only [$XX] away from reaching my fundraising goal. If you’ve been thinking about giving, now is the perfect time. Every donation is still being matched, doubling the impact for children and communities across Indonesia.
You can give here: [your page URL]
If you’ve already donated, thank you. Would you also consider sharing this campaign with friends, family, or your church community? Thank you for helping children continue their journey of faith, learning, and hope.
SOCIAL MEDIA:
I've already raised $XX for the #MSIGotheDistance Challenge and I'm $XX away from meeting my fundraising goal! There's only one day left and I need your help. Please share/donate now here [your page URL] #MSIGotheDistance
When to send: When the campaign ends or you've hit your goal.
Purpose: To let your network know that the campaign has ended and/or you've reached your fundraising goals.
EMAIL Subject Line: We did it!
Hi [Name], Thank you so much for supporting my 2026 Go the Distance Challenge fundraiser with Mustard Seed International.
Together, we raised [$XX] to help children across Indonesia continue their journey of learning, faith, and hope through Christian education.
Your support will help train teachers, strengthen schools, provide scholarships, and disciple the next generation through Christ-centered learning environments.
I’m grateful for everyone who donated, prayed, shared, and encouraged this campaign along the way. This truly became a shared journey, and I'm thankful we could make a difference together.
Look what we did: [your page URL] #GotheDistance
SOCIAL MEDIA:
We did it! Thank you to everyone who supported my 2026 #GoTheDistance Challenge fundraiser with Mustard Seed International. Together, we helped support Christian education, train teachers, strengthen schools, and bring hope to children across Indonesia. Thank you for being part of the journey.
When to send: One (1) week after the campaign has ended.
Purpose: To thank everyone who helped support you in reaching your fundraising goals with a personal message.
Thank You Letter:
Dear [Name],
Thank you for supporting my fundraising campaign for the Go the Distance Challenge. Your contribution helps Mustard Seed International provide life-changing education for children in Indonesia. Together, we're making a difference!
With heartfelt gratitude,
[Your Name]
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Thank you to everyone who supported my 2026 #GoTheDistance Challenge fundraiser with Mustard Seed International. Because of your generosity, children across Indonesia will continue their journey of learning, faith, and hope through Christian education. Together, we are helping train teachers, strengthen schools, provide scholarships, and disciple the next generation. #GoTheDistance #ChristianEducation
KEY MESSAGES
Click the buttons below to explore the key highlights and messages from the 2026 Go the Distance Challenge.
What is the goal of this fundraising initiative?
The 2026 GoTheDistance Challenge mobilizes communities to support Christian education across Indonesia. Together, we are helping train teachers, support schools, provide scholarships, and disciple the next generation through education rooted in faith, compassion, and hope.
Why Indonesia?
Indonesia is home to 64 million children between the ages of 0-14. There are educational challenges due to populations scattered across 17,000 islands. Quality teachers are lacking, especially in remote areas. There is great opportunity to train local teachers to bring transformative Christian education to children and communities in need.
Why Christian Education?
We believe that the most effective way to reach out to children, set them free from poverty, and share the knowledge of God is through great teachers.
