Spring is in full swing, and so is peer-to-peer fundraising season! This month, we’re highlighting three standout organizations that are making the most of GiveSignup’s tools to rally supporters and raise funds for causes that matter. From honoring survivors and advancing cancer research to supporting the homeless and first responders, these events are putting storytelling, strong calls to action, and donor guidance front and center. Whether it’s through beautifully designed websites, impactful donation levels, or helpful fundraising resources, each of these campaigns is a great example of how to build meaningful momentum with your supporters.
Beach Roses Walk
The Beach Roses Walk brings together people of all ages to honor breast cancer survivors and those we’ve lost. Participants raise and donate funds to support groundbreaking research at Yale Cancer Center/Smilow Cancer Hospital and initiatives like Livestrong at the YMCA.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Created a stunning landing page built with Website V2, designed to maximize engagement
- Add a donation page with clear instructions and fundraising thermometer
- Included a slideshow featuring breast cancer facts
Wheeler Mission Standalone Fundraising
Wheeler Mission is a non-denominational, Christian, social services organization that provides critically needed goods and services to the homeless, poor, and needy of central Indiana – without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, or religion.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Built a beautiful landing page that guides donors and fundraisers to the appropriate funnel
- Made donations tangible by setting donation levels based on real-world examples, making it easy for donors to understand the impact of their gift
Ben to the Shore
The Ben to the Shore Bike Tour is a charity bike ride that raises money
- Provide financial relief to families of fallen or critically injured first responders
- Cultivate positive relationships between first responders and the communities they serve
- Offer mental and emotional wellness resources to first responders and their families
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Added dropdown menus, including a dedicated page for fundraising info and tips with fundraising ideas, printable flyers, and customizable donation letter.
- Included a fundraising thermometer on their landing page, with clear instructions on how to make a donation or create/join a team.
- Built excitement for event day by with a countdown clock.
Update: Have Fee Transparency Laws Impacted Registrations?
Fee transparency laws have been enacted in several states, and a Federal Law is working its way through the system. While it’s early to draw any strong conclusions about the impact of the pricing changes on ticket sales, we wanted to take a quick look at how events have fared in states that have passed fee transparency laws.