Start a Peer‑to‑Peer Fundraiser

Turn your birthday, milestone, or moment of solidarity into real support for families forced to flee.

Start a Peer‑to‑Peer Fundraiser

Turn your birthday, milestone, or moment of solidarity into impact. With peer‑to‑peer fundraising for refugees, you invite friends and family to give through a simple social media fundraiser that supports JRS/USA’s mission to accompany, serve, and advocate for people forced to flee.

  • Create a Facebook Fundraiser
  • Get Instagram Story Kit
  • Download P2P Toolkit (PDF)

Looking to fundraise as a team, parish, or school? Contact us and we’ll help you set it up.

How Peer‑to‑Peer Fundraising Works

1) Choose your platform. Start a Facebook fundraiser for refugees, use the Instagram Donation sticker, or share a LinkedIn post that links to our donate page or your FundraiseUp page.
2) Share your story. Tell people why you care, set a goal and end date, and add a strong image.
3) Invite and update. Post at launch, mid‑campaign, and in the final 48 hours. Thank donors quickly and ask supporters to share.

Pro tip: Short, time‑bound goals ($250–$1,000 over 7–14 days) perform best.

Why Fundraise with JRS/USA

JRS/USA supports refugees and migrants through education, livelihoods, mental health and psychosocial support, and emergency assistance. Your social media fundraiser helps families access safety, learning, and care—when it matters most.

  • Trusted nonprofit partner for Facebook and Instagram fundraisers
  • Clear impact stories you can share
  • Easy‑to‑use tools, images, and sample copy

Get Your P2P Toolkit

Everything you need to launch:

  • Step‑by‑step guide (PDF)
  • Instagram Story templates (Donation sticker–ready)
  • Square images (1080×1080) + cover images
  • Email templates to invite and thank donors
  • Sample captions for launch, updates, and the final push

Team, Parish, and School Fundraisers

Organizing a parish group, campus ministry, or school club? Create a team fundraiser for refugees with a shared goal and timeline. JRS/USA can provide a copy‑ready bulletin blurb, parish announcement, and classroom‑friendly materials.

Suggested uses: Lent almsgiving, Advent giving calendars, retreats, service days, World Refugee Day, Giving Tuesday.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start a Facebook fundraiser for JRS/USA?
Go to your Facebook profile → Fundraisers → Raise money → search Jesuit Refugee Service/USA → set your goal and end date → add a photo and story → publish.

How do I add the Instagram Donation sticker?
Open Stories → add Donation sticker → search Jesuit Refugee Service/USA → customize your text → post. Pin as a Highlight during your campaign.

Are gifts tax‑deductible?
Yes. JRS/USA is a 501(c)(3). Donors receive a receipt from the platform or directly from JRS/USA depending on how they give.

What fees apply and when will JRS/USA receive funds?
Platforms may deduct standard processing fees. Disbursement timing varies by platform; funds are received per each platform’s schedule.

How much should I set as my goal?
Most supporters choose $250–$1,000 for a 7–14 day campaign. Short timelines create urgency and help your friends act.

Can my workplace, parish, or school fundraise as a team?
Yes. We’ll help set a shared goal, timeline, and assets so your parish fundraiser or school fundraiser is easy to run.