The May 2026 Peer-to-Peer roundup is here! This month we’re highlighting three outstanding organizations using GiveSignup to run outstanding events — from beloved dog-friendly fundraiser supporting the state’s oldest animal welfare organization to 50+ year cycling tradition fighting cancer and a Chicago dash fueling early detection research for pancreatic cancer. Plus, don’t miss out latest platform update: automated milestone notifications for teams.
Bark in the Park
Bark in the Park supports the Toledo Humane Society, Ohio’s oldest animal welfare organization, which has been serving the Toledo area in 1884. Now in their second year on GiveSignup, they’ve hit their stride with a landing page that makes the most of everything the platform has to offer — and a set of fundraising incentives that give participants every reason to go above and beyond their goals.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Built a visually stunning event page that takes full advantage of GiveSignup’s design capabilities, including custom font, a slideshow, and more—creating a polished, on-brand experience that reflects the fun and energy of the event.
- Featured a fundraising leaderboard to celebrate top fundraisers and keep participants motivated to climb the ranks.
- Created a compelling fundraising incentives page that gives participants exciting rewards to work toward, driving higher fundraising totals across the board.
ACS Bike-A-Thon: Bridge to the Beach
For over 50 years, the American Cancer Society’s Bike-A-Thon: Bridge to the Beach has been more than a ride—it’s been a movement. A movement that has saved lives, sparked breakthroughs, and restored hope for countless individuals and families affected by cancer. As one of ACS’s flagship peer-to-peer fundraising events, their GiveSignup setup reflects the depth of experience and commitment they bring to every aspect of the event.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Leveraged the full suite of GiveSignup’s peer-to-peer tools to support their fundraisers at every stage of the journey, from registration through race day.
- Built a robust fundraising info page that equips participants with everything they need to fundraise confidently and effectively—a true one-stop resource hub.
Dash for Detection
Dash for Detection supports the Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, whose mission is to provide personal support to those affected by pancreatic cancer through tailored resources, connections, and education—while funding critical early detection research. Their GiveSignup event site is a great example of how a well-designed page paired with thoughtful fundraiser resources can set participants up for success.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Created a beautiful, well-organized event website that reflects the foundation’s mission and creates a welcoming experience for supporters.
- Developed a comprehensive set of fundraising resources to empower participants, including sample emails, text message templates, and a tips and tricks guide—making it easy for fundraisers to reach out to their networks with confidence.
New Feature: Team Fundraiser Milestone Notifications
GiveSignup’s newest peer-to-peer update extends automated milestone notifications to teams. Just like individual fundraiser milestone notifications, this completely free tool helps nonprofits celebrate team achievements without any additional work. By automatically sending personalized messages each time a team hits a fundraising milestone, you can keep teams motivated and engaged — without lifting a finger.
What to learn more about how GiveSignup can power your peer-to-peer fundraising event? Schedule a call with our team today!