Start a Fundraiser
for Raphael House
Make a real difference for homeless families in San Francisco. Starting your own peer-to-peer fundraiser helps provide shelter, hope, and opportunity to the parents and children we serve.
Whether you're running a race, honoring a loved one, celebrating a birthday, or supporting a specific program like our Back-to-School Fund, your fundraiser raises both money and awareness.
It's easy to start your fundraiser on JustGiving.com. Follow these simple steps:
Visit a fundraising link and get started
If you're new to JustGiving, create an account with your name, email, and password. Returning users can simply log in.
- Choose whether you're fundraising in memory of someone
- Select your activity and set a fundraising goal
- Create a compelling page title (e.g., “[Your Name]’s Marathon for Raphael House”)
- Personalize your story — add your “why” and edit the pre-filled Raphael House information
- Customize your page URL and cover photo
- Click “Launch my Page”
Click “Edit your page” to add photos, a personal message, and make it truly yours.
Send the link to friends and family via email, text, or social media with a heartfelt note.
View donations anytime by going to “Edit your page” → Donations tab.
Have questions? We're happy to help! Contact us at info@raphaelhouse.org
Start a Facebook Fundraiser
If you’re on Facebook, you can create a fundraiser directly on the platform. Set your goal, end date, and title. Information about Raphael House will automatically appear when you follow this link.
“88% of families exiting our shelter achieve stable housing. Your fundraiser helps make that possible.”
— Raphael House of San Francisco