Frequently Asked Questions
Where do funds raised through Make March Matter go?
Make March Matter benefits the Children’s Fund which enables our hospital to fulfill its mission. The Children's Fund supports the very foundation of our hospital, making possible the commitment to diverse services.
Who can I contact if I have trouble with the registration process or questions about the event?
Contact the Make March Matter team at makemarchmatter@chla.usc.edu.
Is there a fundraising minimum? What’s a good fundraising goal?
While there is no fundraising minimum, we strongly encourage all registered participants set a fundraising goal of at least $250.
How do I create a fundraising page?
A personal fundraising page is created automatically for you when you register to participate, whether you register as an individual, team member or team captain. Visit your Participant Center to customize your fundraising page with a unique name or URL, tell your story, set a fundraising goal, send emails and updates to friends and family, and collect donations online.
Can donations be made by check?
Yes. All checks should be made payable to Children's Hospital Los Angeles and mailed to:
4650 Sunset Boulevard, MS #29
Attn: Make March Matter
Los Angeles, CA 90027
My supporter needs a tax-receipt letter. How do I get one?
A tax receipt is automatically generated for supporters who give online through your personal fundraising page. For gifts made by cash or check, donors must provide their complete name (first and last names) and mailing address. We will mail them a letter and tax receipt when their gift has been processed.
How are teams created?
Anyone can create a team by selecting that option on the registration process. Then simply choose a team captain who will manage the fundraising page, recruit team members, set a fundraising goal and designate the area of the hospital the team will support. It’s important to stay in touch with team members and encourage them to reach the team’s fundraising goal.
How do I join a team?
As you complete the registration process, select the “Join a Team” option. Search for the team you are interested in joining and click to join.
My employer will match my donation to Make March Matter. What do I need to do?
If your company has a matching gift program, please request a matching gift form from your Human Resources or Personnel department.
For your reference, CHLA’s Tax ID Number is: 95-1690977.
If you have questions about matching gifts, please email us at makemarchmatter@chla.usc.edu.
