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Become a Fundraiser!

It is easy to create a personal fundraising page to champion a cause you care about! Just choose your organization, set a fundraising goal, and customize your page. Then promote it to friends, family, and colleagues. Each time you share the link to your page by email or social media, you expand the network of people who know about and support your favorite nonprofit!

You can now make a fundraising page at any time, 365 days a year. Learn more about peer fundraising.

Download the 2024 Toolkit for Fundraisers, sponsored by Third Sector Company:

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Remember, your fundraising page should look like it was created and written by you, not the organization. Add striking images, use your own unique voice, and get your friends, family, and colleagues excited to support the cause you're so passionate about! Here are some examples of what a fundraising page can look like:

How to Create and Promote your Fundraiser

Step 1: Choose Your Organization

Using the search bar, find the registered nonprofit you want to fundraise for.
On the organization's profile page click the Fundraise button to create your fundraising page.
You can then either log into your Mightycause account or create a new account.

Step 2: Create Your Page

Enter your Fundraiser Title

It should be short and state your intended impact. Examples:

"$1,000 for 1,000 lunches for hungry kids!"
"Make an impact for families in need."
"You can make a difference in the life of a lonely person."

Set your Goal

Think about how many people you will ask to give and estimate how much they may be able to give. For example: 100 people x $10 = $1000
You can also set a goal for a number of donors!
You can adjust your goal later.

Upload an image or video under Featured Media

Add a compelling image of you or those the nonprofit helps.
The image should be clear and of good quality. It should be a jpg. or .png file and we recommend 1280 x 720 pixels.
Videos can be from Youtube or Vimeo.

Write your Story

Your story should share your connection to the nonprofit and cause you are fundraising for. Sharing why you give will encourage others to join you!
A personal story is the most compelling reason for friends and family to give.
You can include additional images, videos, and links.

Step 3: Share Your Page

When your campaign page is live, you can raise funds by asking your family, friends, and colleagues to support your campaign. Send out the custom URL for your page by email, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.

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Seed for success:

Make a small donation to kick off your campaign. Donors are more likely to give if they see someone else has already given.

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Share your story of impact:

Share your personal connection to your chosen organization.

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Set a challenge

Offer a reward for your donors if you meet your goal. Shave your beard, throw a party, or set out to finally climb Mt. Rainier! You can even pair up with another person to see who can meet their fundraising goal first.

Thank and share

Your donors are more likely to give again if they receive a thank you from you. Encourage them to share your campaign page with their network.

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Get creative

There are lots of ways to run a meaningful fundraiser. Don't be afraid to try something new!

Connect with a Personal Event

You can raise money for your birthday, memorial, or any type of milestone.

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Make it newsworthy

Connect your campaign with a topical news story or event.

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FAQ

Who should create a fundraising page?

Fundraising is fun and fulfilling, and anyone can be a successful fundraiser! People who set up fundraising pages may be supporters, donors, staff members, volunteers, board members, or beneficiaries of the organization's work. Even kids can fundraise for causes they care about! Just be sure the page is personal and explains why you are donating to the nonprofit and asking people to join you. A fundraising page can also be run by a business or a group of individuals.

Will my nonprofit know who gives to my fundraising page?

Yes! The nonprofit will have access to the information your supporters give when they checkout. They will automatically receive the funds raised through your fundraising page.

Do I need to have a network of wealthy people to succeed in fundraising?

No! People of all income levels make charitable gifts. In fact, personal fundraising campaigns help nonprofits identify smaller dollar, grassroots-level donors. The minimum donation on the Washington Gives website is $5, and it is a great opportunity for people of all income levels to make a difference for a cause that matters to them.

Become a Fundraiser!

Become a Fundraiser!

How to Create and Promote your Fundraiser

How to Create and Promote your Fundraiser

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