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How to Leverage GiveSendGo's 'Giving Twosday' Initiative for Your Organization: A Guide for Churches, Schools, Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and More!
By Alex Shipley

If you've been following our social media updates, you're likely aware that GiveSendGo is giving away THOUSANDS of dollars to campaigns on Giving Twosday.

Whether you're a business owner, involved with a school, church, nonprofit, or championing another worthy cause, we understand the challenge of having a great cause or idea but lacking the funds to drive it forward.

That’s why we don’t want you to miss out on our Giving Twosday give back initiative and strongly encourage you to start a GiveSendGo campaign for your organization or cause.

By starting a campaign, you allow others the opportunity to come alongside you and support your cause or organization through their giving. 

Here are some effective strategies to help you leverage GiveSendGo’s Giving Twosday initiative for your organization once you’ve started a campaign.

For Your Church:

Campaign Focus: Whether you're a pastor, committee, or church member, use GiveSendGo to raise funds for various church needs this Giving Twosday, such as projects, outreach programs, mission trips, emergency relief, tech upgrades, operational expenses, special events, scholarships, or to support local charities.

Promotion Strategy: Consistently engage the congregation about your campaign through Sunday announcements, newsletters, and social media platforms. Highlight the impact their contributions could have on reaching the community, sharing hope, and strengthening the church's mission. 

Encouragement to Audience: Encourage your church members to share your campaign with their friends, family, and community to expand your reach. Also, remind them to make donations to your church's campaign on Giving Twosday, November 28th.

For Your School:

Campaign Focus: If you're a superintendent, parent of a student, or a supportive community member, start a Giving Twosday campaign for your school on GiveSendGo to further its students' educational journey. Whether it's for classroom resources, extracurricular activities, or special projects, garner support for your school's educational endeavors. 

Promotion Strategy: Collaborate with teachers, parents' associations, and student councils to spread the word. Utilize school newsletters, social media, and parent-teacher conferences to showcase the positive impact of contributions.

Encouragement to Audience: Highlight how their contributions will directly enhance the learning experience for students. Encourage parents to share the campaign within their networks (friends, family, and community across a variety of channels), creating a chain of support for the school.

For Your Small Business:

Campaign Focus: Elevate your small business with a GiveSendGo campaign on Giving Twosday. Whether you're starting from the ground up or relying on local support, consider raising funds for crucial supplies, business expenses, overhead, or promotional materials. Your business can also support a local cause, initiate community projects, or aid in community development.

Promotion Strategy: Engage your customer base through emails, social media, and in-store promotions. Emphasize how contributions on Giving Twosday directly impact your small business and the local community.

Encouragement to Audience: Rally your community to join your small business's journey - most community members are eager to do so. Encourage contributions on Giving Twosday, stressing the collective impact on both your business and the local area. Express gratitude and consider offering incentives, such as discounts or promotions, to customers who contribute to the campaign.

For Your Nonprofit:

Campaign Focus: Magnify your impact this Giving Twosday and fundraise for your nonprofit's mission, ongoing projects, operational expenses, advocacy and awareness, emergency relief, scholarships, community development, or special initiatives aligned with your nonprofit's mission.

Promotion Strategy: Utilize the nonprofit's existing communication channels, including newsletters, email campaigns, and social media. Showcase success stories and the tangible impact of past contributions to build trust and enthusiasm.

Encouragement to Audience: Remind supporters that their contributions directly contribute to positive change. Encourage them to share the campaign within their networks, emphasizing the collective power of their combined efforts on Giving Twosday.

For Another Worthy Cause:

Whether you're a community group, sports team, or a passionate individual, GiveSendGo is your platform to amplify your cause for Giving Twosday. Mobilize your supporters, share your story, and create something incredible together—encouraging people to support you through their giving.

So what are you waiting for? Jump on over to GiveSendGo, start your campaign, and be part of a day where giving isn't just an action; it's a transformative force resonating across communities, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and beyond. Your journey towards making a difference in this world begins here.
 

This Giving Twosday, November 28th, GiveSendGo is excited for an extraordinary day of giving! One of TWO incredible ways we’re giving back is every hour for 12 hours, we'll be giving away thousands of dollars to verified Giving Twosday campaigns on GiveSendGo.com. 

To make your campaign eligible for our giving initiative, be sure to use Giving Twosday hashtags like #GivingTuesday, #GivingTuesday2023, #GivingTwosday, or #GivingTwosday2023 in your campaign description.

Now, what can you raise funds for on Giving Twosday? Here are some ideas:

Charitable Causes: Support a cause that's close to your heart, whether it's providing food for the hungry, clean water for communities in need, or shelter for the homeless. Your campaign can make a significant impact on those who need it most.

Medical Expenses: Help someone in your community cover their medical bills, treatment, or surgeries. It’s no surprise medical is one of GiveSendGo’s top campaign causes. Medical fundraisers are a common way to give hope to individuals facing significant health challenges. 

Education: Contribute to the educational dreams of students by raising funds for tuition, textbooks, or school supplies. Consider supporting teachers by fundraising for their classroom needs. Education is a powerful gift that can change lives.

Mission Trips: If you or your church is planning a mission trip to share the gospel and serve communities in need, raising funds on Giving Twosday can make it possible and allow you to share hope in distant places.

Community Projects: Support local community initiatives, such as building playgrounds, libraries, or green spaces. Your campaign can make your neighborhood a better place for everyone.

Personal Needs: Sometimes, people need help with personal expenses like rent, utilities, or essential items. Your campaign can provide immediate relief to people in need. 

Nonprofit Organizations: Raise funds for a nonprofit organization you believe in. Your contributions can help them continue their vital work.

Action You're Passionate About: If you're deeply committed to a specific cause or action, create a campaign to help fund your initiative as well as to raise awareness and support for it.

Once you’ve created your Giving Twosday campaign be sure to share, share, share it with your friends, family, and community via, email, social media, text and direct message, and even by promoting it through establishments local to you!

Giving Twosday is the perfect opportunity for you to see a need and make a difference by starting a campaign now on GiveSendGo! So, what are you waiting for?! 




 

In times of crisis, communities often come together to support one another, and crowdfunding has emerged as a powerful tool for providing help during emergencies. GiveSendGo provides a platform that empowers individuals and groups to rally support when it's needed most. From natural disasters to personal hardships, starting a GiveSendGo campaign has proven to be an effective tool for raising funds and offering hope in times of urgent need.

The Impact of Crowdfunding in Emergencies
Emergencies strike suddenly, making it no surprise the emergency category is one of the most popular and widely used categories on GiveSendGo for creating campaigns. The following points reveal the profound impact of crowdfunding in emergency situations:
Faster Response: Crowdfunding enables immediate action. Within hours of a disaster, crowdfunding initiatives can start generating funds, providing immediate aid to those affected.

Global Reach: The reach of crowdfunding is virtually limitless. People from over 80 countries worldwide can start campaigns and give, resulting in a sense of global unity in times of crisis.

Empowerment: Individuals facing crises can regain a sense of control by launching campaigns to address their specific needs, whether it's medical bills, disaster recovery, or unexpected financial setbacks.

Sharing Hope: Raising money for emergencies on GiveSendGo offers more than financial support. It shares hope with people during their darkest, most challenging times, reminding them they're not alone in their struggles.

Tips for Starting Your Emergency Crowdfunding Campaign
Are you facing an emergency or looking to help someone in need? GiveSendGo makes it easy to start a crowdfunding campaign and make a real impact. Here's how:

Create a Compelling Story: In 300-500 words, explain the situation clearly and from the heart. Be sure to share your specific needs and any other details you need people to know. Use photos and videos to personalize your campaign and help supporters connect with your cause. Set a Realistic Goal: Determine the amount needed to address the emergency situation. Be transparent about how the funds will be used.
Spread the Word: Share your GiveSendGo campaign through social media, email or text, and word of mouth. The more people who know about your campaign, the greater the support you may receive. Share your campaign often so it’s not missed. 

Engage with Supporters: Keep your supporters updated on your progress and express gratitude for their giving and prayers. If they've donated to your campaign, they'll be interested in how their contribution is helping you and how things are progressing. Regular updates foster a sense of community and trust.

Emergencies don't discriminate, and they can affect anyone at any time. By launching or giving to an emergency campaign on GiveSendGo, you can be part of a powerful movement of change that brings hope, relief, and aid to those in need. 
Start Your Emergency Fundraising Campaign on GiveSendGo now and be a Beacon of Hope.