Bring people together and raise funds for Aspire. Celebrate a milestone, take on a challenge, host an event, or create an idea that is all your own.

Every Possibility Project helps people with disabilities explore greater possibilities for learning, jobs, and safe places to call home.

Turn something you love into new possibilities.

A Possibility Project can be created by anyone. You can do some awesome things to raise money:

• Celebrate your birthday
• Host a fitness class
• Run a marathon or walk across the state
• Put on a concert
• Host BINGO
• Throw a party
• Or create your own unique project

Choose something that is meaningful to you, then invite your community to join in.

New to fundraising?

You do not need fundraising experience to make a difference.

Aspire can share guidance, approved messaging, outreach tools, and fundraising resources based on availability. We may also be able to create a donation page or text-to-give option for your project.

Your energy, story, and community are what make your fundraiser possible.

How Aspire Supports You 

We’re grateful for your partnership and are here to help bring your Possibility Project to life. Based on availability, Aspire may be able to: 

• Provide guidance and fundraising best practices  

• Share approved logos, messaging, and brand resources  

• Offer templates or tools to support your outreach  

• Set up a donation link or text-to-give option  

• Recognize and celebrate the impact you’ve made  

Please note: Support is provided as available and cannot be guaranteed. 

Possibility in action.

• Elizabeth asked for donations to Aspire instead of birthday gifts and raised $1,140.
• Steve ran his first marathon ever in support of Aspire and raised $3,200.
• Meg asked family and friends to donate to her page on #GivingTuesday and raised $10,070.
• Thirty-two Aspire Volunteers hosted a Perspire for Aspire spin class event where they raised $30,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Aspire pay for my fundraiser or reimburse expenses?

No. Aspire cannot provide funding, reimburse expenses, or take on financial risk for third-party fundraisers. Organizers are responsible for all event costs.

Who is responsible for permits, licenses, and insurance?

The organizer is responsible for securing any permits, licenses, or insurance required for the fundraiser.

Can Aspire share contact information for donors, volunteers, or sponsors?

No. Aspire cannot share donor, volunteer, or sponsor contact information.

Can Aspire ask companies or individuals to sponsor my fundraiser?

No. Aspire is unable to solicit sponsors or donations on behalf of third-party organizers. Organizers are responsible for their own outreach.

Can I use Aspire’s tax-exempt status or EIN?

No. Aspire’s tax-exempt status and EIN may not be used by third-party organizers.

Will donors receive a tax receipt?

Only donations made directly to Aspire are eligible for a tax receipt. Payments made to an organizer or another third party may not qualify.

What laws and regulations apply to my fundraiser?

All fundraisers must follow applicable local, state, and federal laws. Organizers are responsible for making sure their event is compliant.

Can Aspire decline or withdraw support for a fundraiser?

Yes. Aspire may decline, cancel, or withdraw support from any fundraiser that does not align with our mission, values, or Possibility Project guidelines.