JustGiving Blog
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Check out digital fundraising ideas, third-sector insights, and Inspirational expert advice for charities and non-profit professionals looking to raise more online. JustGiving blog aims to make giving and raising money for charity simple, social, and rewarding. Through online and mobile they bring the best that technology has to offer to charities worldwide.
JustGiving Blog
1w ago
JustGiving is the world’s most trusted platform for online giving. And we’re always working to enhance JustGiving to help your organisation and its supporters do even more for your cause.
Some updates we make are game changers for the tens of millions of fundraisers using JustGiving, like Giving Checkout and Story Enhancer. Others are smaller, but make for a better fundraising experience nonetheless. And now you can learn all about our recent updates in one place!
Introducing Release Notes: a summary of all the latest JustGiving feature releases and enhancements.
Here’s what’s in this issue ..read more
JustGiving Blog
3w ago
In the world of online fundraising, telling a great story is the key to success. In fact, customising the story section on your JustGiving page can encourage up to 65% more donations!
Explore below how you can share your charity’s story effectively to drive donations.
Start With the Heart
A successful fundraising campaign begins with a heartfelt story. Before creating a campaign take a moment to think about your mission.
Think about your charity’s fundamental values.
Be open, honest, and personal in expressing what your charity exists to do. We know that genuine, heartfelt stories can inspire ..read more
JustGiving Blog
1M ago
Not all heroes wear capes, and chances are, an incredible fundraiser pops into your mind when you think of the word ‘hero’, right?
Fundraising for a good cause can be rewarding enough, but we know how important it is to spotlight the incredible people that go the extra mile to raise money for your charity.
Well, the time has come to recognise those people for their hard work. And we’re teaming up with our headline sponsor, GoCardless, once again to give you the chance to celebrate in style.
“JustGiving fundraisers are some of the most amazing people, and hearing their stories makes me ..read more
JustGiving Blog
2M ago
The 2024 JustGiving Awards are fast approaching. And we’re on the lookout for fantastic fundraisers – your everyday heroes – who deserve to take home a trophy. That’s where you come in.
Has one of your supporters gone above and beyond for your charity? Have they raised money on JustGiving and have an incredible fundraising story? Can you think of someone who deserves that shining spotlight and a night they’ll remember for the rest of their lives?
Read on to find out more about the Awards ceremony, and how to submit an award-worthy nomination.
Nominations are set t ..read more
JustGiving Blog
2M ago
Each year, thousands of runners use JustGiving for their Great North Run fundraising. We know that our charity partners do a lot to prepare for this epic event, from stewarding fundraisers to rallying your supporters. This year, we wanted to do a little extra to help you on your Great North Run 2024 fundraising journey.
Between 12 February and 31 March 2024, any fundraiser who creates a JustGiving fundraising page for the Great North Run will be entered into a competition to win one of 10 donation prizes worth £200 each!
How It Works
When your charity connects your Campaign Page to the ..read more
JustGiving Blog
2M ago
2024 is already looking to be a busy year for charities, especially when it comes to event fundraising. Whether you’re new to event fundraising or a seasoned pro, it’s the perfect time to get ahead and start planning for the rest of the year.
We’ve put together the Event Fundraising Guide to help you do just that! Our new ultimate toolkit is packed full of insights, best practices, stewardship tips, and tools to help set your charity up for success and boost your event fundraising throughout the year. Here are some of our top takeaways from the guide.
Key Stats for Event Fundrais ..read more
JustGiving Blog
3M ago
Here at JustGiving, we know that understanding data is critical for fundraising success. By analysing trends, your charity can adapt more effectively to changing circumstances.
After 20+ years and millions of donations made through our platform, we’ve got a solid grasp of the fundraising landscape. We’re always happy to share our findings, and that’s why we developed our quarterly JustGiving Insights webinar series.
In this round-up, we’re putting 2023 in context with the key trends from the recent Winter edition of JustGiving Insights. If you want more detail and context, watch ..read more
JustGiving Blog
3M ago
We may already be halfway through January (!!!) but the new year is still fresh and full of promise. With every new year comes the opportunity to reflect on the past and plan for the future.
One of the best bits about working at JustGiving is sharing everything we’ve learned in our 20+ years of online fundraising.
Whether you’re looking for something to read during your tea break or prefer to listen to webinars while you work, we’ve collected some popular resources to help with your fundraising efforts in 2024.
Read on for the summaries and links to our top resources from last yea ..read more
JustGiving Blog
3M ago
New year, new podcast — and this one you won’t want to miss! JustGiving is proud to share What Have I Done?, a podcast hosted by award-winning fundraiser Caroline Jones. The series spotlights amazing fundraising campaigns and the exceptional people behind them.
Ten Inspiring Stories
Across 10 episodes, What Have I Done? explores the stories of fundraisers who’ve collectively raised more than one million pounds for charity. A common thread in each story is the grit and determination required to sustain campaigns and bring them over the finish line. Even then, the podcast’s guests m ..read more
JustGiving Blog
4M ago
As 2023 draws to a close, we’re looking back at some of JustGiving’s biggest moments that mattered.
The impact our community made is jaw-dropping. People gave more than money. They also gave their time, energy, creativity, heart, and soul to the charities and causes they love.
This led to countless heart-warming stories, inspiring efforts, record-breaking achievements, and unbelievable moments – and half a billion pounds raised – in 2023.
Read on for our top stats, stories, and incredible highlights of the year.
This post highlights only a few of our community’s amazing ac ..read more