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Let’s make this the best season yet.
We've compiled our best resources to help you plan your Give Back Tahoe campaign, optimize your page, secure matching grants, engage peer-to-peer fundraisers, and make this season a success!
Visit the Mightycause Support Library for platform guides and tutorials.
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Important Dates
- Registration Opens: October 1
- Registration Closes: Extended through Nov 7th
- Give Back Tahoe Begins: December 2 at 12:00 a.m. PT
- Give Back Tahoe Ends: December 31 at 11:59:59 p.m. PT
5 Steps to Fundraising Success
Step 1: Register
Each year, organizations are required to complete a short registration form in order to participate in Give Back Tahoe. The information collected from this form helps the Community Foundation learn more about your organization and the work you're doing in the local community!
Nonprofit Office Hours
Tuesdays in November from 10 - 11am
Connect directly with the team at TTCF for input and advice on how to run your campaign, support matches, and engage donors!
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Digital Assets
Download GBT logos and review hashtags to promote the Give Back Tahoe giving season on your organization's social media platforms, through email, and more!
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Sample Give Back Tahoe Timeline
Month of October
Week of November 4
Week of November 11
Week of November 25 (1 Week Until Give Back Tahoe Begins)
December 1 (The Day Before)
December 2 (Give Back Tahoe Begins!)
December 3 - December 31 (During Give Back Tahoe)
Post-Give Back Tahoe
A Note on "Donor Fatigue"
GivingTuesday Data Commons research definitively shows that people are very motivated to give to many different causes. The key right now, as at any time, is to ensure your relationship with supporters is experiential rather than transactional.
We find that people want lots of ways to show support for the causes they care about, and on GivingTuesday, the vast majority of people also take some other action besides giving dollars. Providing multiple touchpoints, messages, and opportunities to show support helps make you relevant and inspiring.
We believe, and our data show, that “donor fatigue” is a function of the quality of the message and engagement rather than a question of frequency. Think about how your organization is providing supporters with an opportunity to exercise their generosity and agency to make positive change – that approach will help focus engagement that is motivating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What organizations are eligible for Give Back Tahoe Giving Season?
Why participate in Give Back Tahoe Giving Season?
Is there a fee charged for the online credit card gifts?
When will my organization receive the funds contributed?
Are there any benefits to participating in the Giving Season if we already have a traditional year-end campaign?
Additional Resources
Our technology partner, Mightycause, has a full library of support articles, video walkthroughs, and tools to assist you as you prepare for your Give Back Tahoe campaign.
Looking for something more general or a deep-dive on a topic like how to engage your board, peer-to-peer fundraising, or general nonprofit fundraising? Check out our Resource Library! We've got everything you need to run a great campaign, a full catalog of webinar content, and more!