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DCC XVI FUNDRAISING TOOLKIT

One Team. One Cause.

The DCC XVI Toolkit was created to help partners, supporters and stakeholders effectively promote the Dolphins Cancer Challenge XVI (DCC XVI), the signature fundraising event benefiting Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Inside, you’ll find brand guidelines, key messaging, logos and sample copy designed to unify outreach efforts across platforms and teams. Whether you're sharing on social media, designing promotional materials or building awareness in your community, this toolkit equips you with everything you need to represent the mission: to tackle cancer and support lifesaving research at South Florida’s only NCI-designated cancer center.


Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

RAISE MORE, EARN MORE

Participant Level Virtual Participant
(min. $100)
5K Participant
(min. $250)
Cyclist
(min. $250)
Heavy Hitter
(min. $4,000)
All Pro
(min. $10,000)
Hall of Fame
(min. $50,000)
Registration Fee Paid by UM N/A YES YES YES YES YES
Team Hurricanes Fundraising Credit
(Must be Registered by Deadline)
$50 by 9/30
$25 by 12/31
$50 by 9/30
$25 by 12/31
$50 by 9/30
$25 by 12/31
$50 by 9/30
$25 by 12/31
$50 by 9/30
$25 by 12/31
Merch & Swag YES YES YES YES YES
T-Shirt
Cycling Jersey
Additional Friends & Family Festival Ticket(s) N/A 1 1 2 3 4
Special Gift Option

FUNDRAISING

FUNDRAISING IS EASY! While fundraising may seem intimidating, it is really very simple. Here are some tips to help you and your team meet and exceed the fundraising goals:

1.
ASK. MAKE A LIST OF EVERYONE YOU KNOW AND RANK THEM
BASED ON HOW LIKELY THEY ARE TO DONATE.
  • Promote your participation in the DCC on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn. It will surprise you to see who steps up to support your efforts in the fight against cancer.
  • Use the DCC app to text everyone you know! A simple text can go a long way.
  • Here’s some perspective: If your fundraising goal is $250, that equates to 25 friends or family members donating $10 each.
2.
JOIN TEAM HURRICANES.
FUNDRAISE WITH YOUR TEAM MEMBERS.
  • Bake Sales
  • Raffle Items
  • Potlucks
3.
TEAM CAPTAINS:
CREATE FRIENDLY COMPETITION.
  • Who can raise the most money in one week?
  • Who has made a personal donation?
  • Who was first to meet their fundraising goal?

fundraising
resources

Social Media Templates

Team Hurricanes Swag

DCC App

SHARE YOUR STORY

Team Hurricanes Social Share

SUGGESTED
SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS

Depending on the platform you are posting to, content may need to be edited down. For Instagram, we suggest adding your DCC fundraising page link to your profile

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE/
    FOR THE GOOD OF THE COMMUNITY

    Cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide. I’m [riding/running/walking] in the #DCCXVI and need your help to fund groundbreaking research to discover new cures for cancer patients. Help me #TackleCancer by donating today! 100% of funds raised go to @ SylvesterCancer! [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #DolphinsCancerChallenge #OneTeamOneFight

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE

    I am joining the fight against cancer with a goal to raise [$X] for the #DCCXVI. Help me fund groundbreaking research @SylvesterCancer! #TackleCancer, donate today! [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #DolphinsCancerChallenge #OneTeamOneFight

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE/
    AFFECTED BY CANCER

    We’ve all been touched by #cancer in one way or another, so let’s #TackleCancer together! On Feb 28, 2026, I am [riding/running/walking] to honor [name] #DolphinsCancerChallenge. Please help me reach my goal of [$X]. 100% of every dollar raised goes to @SylvesterCancer. #OneTeamOneFight [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]

  • ABOUT SYLVESTER

    Help me revolutionize cancer research and treatment for cancer patients right here in South Florida! I’m fundraising for the #DCCXVI, which gives 100% of the funds raised to the NCI-designated @SylvesterCancer. [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #TackleCancer #OneTeamOneFight

  • ABOUT SYLVESTER

    On Feb 28, 2026, I am [riding/running/walking] for [insert person or reason]. Help me #TackleCancer by donating anything you can! 100% of the funds raised go to innovative research @SylvesterCancer. You can also #DCCwithMe! For more info or to donate: [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #DolphinsCancerChallenge #OneTeamOneFight

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE/
    AFFECTED BY CANCER

    Millions of us have been touched by cancer, whether as survivors, caregivers, family members or friends. [SHARE A PERSONAL STORY, IF YOU HAVE ONE] And this is the reason I am [running/riding/walking] the #DCCXVI. 100% of the funds raised go toward #cancer research @SylvesterCancer. It would mean so much to me and to [name] if you donated today. [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #DolphinsCancerChallenge #OneTeamOneFight

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE

    I am participating in the #DCCXVI on Feb 28, 2026 to raise money for cancer research @SylvesterCancer. Help me #TackleCancer by donating today: [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK] #DolphinsCancerChallenge #OneTeamOneFight

  • WHY I PARTICIPATE/
    FOR THE GOOD OF THE COMMUNITY

    Did you know, one in every two men and one in every three women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime? On Feb 28, 2026, I am [riding/running/walking] for [name] #DolphinsCancerChallenge. The #DCCXVI donates every dollar raised to the NCI-designated @SylvesterCancer. #TackleCancer, donate today! #OneTeamOneFight [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]

  • ABOUT DCC

    Today marks [75/50/25] days out from the #DCCXVI on Feb 28, 2026! I am [riding/running/walking] for [name] #DolphinsCancerChallenge and to fund research @SylvesterCancer to discover new cures for cancer patients. Help me reach my goal, donate today! #OneTeamOneFight [PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]

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