Summer Fundraiser
Do It For GM1 is a movement that runs through end of summer. While participants can choose ANY activity they’re passionate about, physical activities like walking, running, and biking are some of the most popular – and healthy – ways to get involved.
Those who participate log miles or activity time using apps like Charity Miles, Strava, or any fitness tracking app, then create a fundraising page (like GoFundMe or GiveButter) and share their progress on social channels so others can sponsor their activities.
Every mile you log represents progress toward treatments these children desperately need.
Your movement becomes their hope.
Move Your Way for GM1
All you need to do is download the Charity Miles app, click the get sponsored button, and add a photo. Then, throughout the month, whenever you are active during the day, log your miles in the app, then share your progress on your socials. Some of the people who see your updates will donate! Be sure to use the feature to ask for donations. You can join our GiveButter Team here or ask for donations using GoFundMe page.
Hesitant to Participate?
To support our cause, you can create your own GiveButter campaign page. Givebutter is a platform that collects donations from around the world. No matter what country you live in, your financial contribution propels vital research forward.
It couldn’t be simpler
START MOVING FOR GM1: Choose your fitness app (Strava, Charity Miles, etc.) → Create your GoFundMe or GiveButter page → Start logging your activity and sharing progress
CREATE A TEAM CHALLENGE: Get friends, family, or coworkers to join your miles goal
TRACK ANY ACTIVITY: Walking, running, biking, swimming – if you’re moving, it counts!
WAYS TO MOVE FOR GM1
Daily Walks: Log your steps to the store, around the neighborhood, or during lunch breaks
Weekend Adventures: Turn hiking, cycling, or running into fundraising opportunities
Gym Sessions: Track treadmill miles, swimming laps, or cycling classes
Family Activities: Log family bike rides, walks to the park, or active playtime
Commute Conversion: Walk or bike part of your commute and track those miles
How to support
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can’t participate
If you’re unable to participate, there are still ways you can support Do It For GM1. You can sponsor a participant or share this with someone you think would be interested in participating. Every little bit helps!
You can also visit our take action page for more ways to support Cure GM1. We need every kind of action and support!
Why Participate
There is more research and more projects than Cure GM1 can currently fund. The cost of research and drug development is extremely high, but Cure GM1 can help seed projects and engage with others who will be able to fully fund clinical trials. Furthermore, patient groups and nonprofits like Cure GM1 contribute to newborn screening and many initiatives that can help improve the lives of people who are impacted by GM1.