What is a Fundraiser?

Personal Fundraisers provide a way for you to raise money on behalf of any nonprofit organization featured on GoBigGIVE.org.

This feature allows you to create a custom web page with pictures, video, and a personal appeal from you.


Show support for the causes you care about during Go Big GIVE on Thursday, May 1, 2025!

Become a Fundraiser in 5 easy steps!

Step 1: Create a Fundraiser

Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function. From the nonprofit's page, click the "Create a Fundraiser" button. Set your details! Add your title, your name, custom URL, and set your fundraiser goal. 


If you cannot find your favorite nonprofit, they have not registered to participate in Go Big GIVE. Check back at a later date or contact the nonprofit to confirm participation.

Step 2: Tell us your Fundraiser story!

Why does this organization matter to you and why should people give?

Step 3: Set a personalized Fundraiser image

Add a personal image for the Fundraiser! Include a photo of you and the organziation or the program you are advocating for.

Step 4: Review & Publish

Preview your profile before you push it live. Please note, once published, it can take up to 2 hours to appear live.

Step 5: Share your Fundraiser to help your cause!

Fundraisers are only successful when they're shared! Copy your Fundraiser's unique URL to share with family, friends, and other contacts in email and posts to social media.

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Fundraiser FAQs:

  • When can I create a Fundraiser?

    You can create a Fundraisers as soon as your nonprofit has registered for Go Big GIVE! Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function.

  • When can people begin giving to my Fundraiser?

    People can give to your Fundraiser once early giving begins on April 21st.

  • Will I be notified when someone makes a donation to my Fundraiser?

    Yes! Yes, you will recieve an email that tells you when a donation is made to your Fundraiser and the donor's information unless they have chosen to give anonymously.

  • Can I create more than one Fundraiser?

    Yes, but we recommend you choose one or two nonprofits to focus your efforts on.

  • How will the donations I raise through my Fundraiser get to the nonprofit?

    Go Big GIVE will disperse funds raised from Go BIG GIVE and distribute it to participating nonprofits after the event.

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