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Whether it’s a road trip or a flight to a dream destination, many choose the summer to embark on a well-deserved vacation. Now is a great time to remind your supporters that they can turn their travels into a fundraising opportunity! By purchasing gift cards for travel expenses through FundScrip, they can contribute to your fundraising campaign at no extra cost while enjoying their getaway. From accommodations to meals on the road, supporters can use gift cards to cover travel expenses. Here’s how they can integrate gift cards into their travel plans and a few tips to take their trips the extra mile:

Accommodations

Booking a hotel stay is often one of the most significant travel expenses. Supporters can pay for hotels with gift cards for Best Western, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Hotels.com, Airbnb and more! Booking accommodations in advance with gift cards helps supporters stay within their budget and earns funds for a great cause.

Gas Stations

For those hitting the road, gas station gift cards from Petro-Canada™, Ultramar, Shell, and more, are easy ways to contribute. Additionally, supporters can rev up donations by unleashing the power of fuel discount cards from Esso™ and Mobil™.

Restaurants

Whether pausing a road trip for a fast food stop at restaurants like Tim Hortons, Subway® Restaurants or McDonald’s, or going out for a fancy dinner in a new city, dining is an integral part of the travel experience. Supporters can purchase restaurant gift cards before their trip and enjoy meals at popular chains and trendy eateries while earning funds for the cause.

Transportation

For those flying to foreign lands, purchasing airfare with AirlineGift, WestJet or zaluna gift cards can make significant contributions to their cause. Additionally, having some Uber gift cards ready for day trips is a great way to raise money while exploring.

Savings for Supporters

Buying gift cards for summer travelling contributes to the campaign and can lead to savings for supporters. Here's how:

• Book flights and accommodations with gift cards: Booking hotels and flights at least one month in advance is usually cheaper than last-minute reservations.
• Plan ahead: Gift cards are a great budgeting tool. By establishing budgets for the trip's different expenses and buying a variety of gift cards for each category, supporters can easily stay within their budget and focus on having fun during the vacation.
• Retailer rewards: Supporters can travel even further by saving money on their fill ups, snacks and other expenses when they take advantage of FundScrip retailer rewards programs.

Make Every Trip Count

Travelling is a fantastic way to unwind and create lasting memories, and with FundScrip, it can also be an opportunity to give back. Encourage your supporters to plan their trips with fundraising in mind by purchasing gift cards for their travel costs. Every mile travelled and every meal enjoyed can help your cause move forward. So, start spreading the word that summer vacations can now double as a fundraising adventure!