As we roll into May, peer-to-peer fundraising continues to thrive with events that combine purpose, creativity, and powerful community engagement. This month, we’re spotlighting three events that showcase the many ways organizations are using GiveSignup to elevate their fundraising. From 5Ks to endurance swims, these campaigns are making the most of customizable websites, smart fundraising incentives, and flexible tools to drive participation and donations.
John Hopkins Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K
The John Hopkins Below the Belt Stride and Thrive 5K is more than just a 5K, this event is a force for gynecologic cancer care and research at Johns Hopkins Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service. They’ve built a standout fundraising experience by clearly highlighting fundraiser incentives and offering resources that empower participants to take action.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Dropdown Menus: Organized all their event, race day, fundraising, and volunteer information – making it easy for participants to navigate.
- Fundraising Thermometer: Highlighted progress throughout the event with a donation thermometer.
- Countdown Clock: Built excitement for event day by including a countdown clock.
Flutie 5K for Autism
Founded in 2000 as the Flutie Foundation’s community event in Natick, MA, the Flutie 5K for Autism has grown to a national event, encompassing satellite locations in multiple states while maintaining their flagship event in Natick at MetroWest Medical Center – Leonard Morse Hospital.
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Volunteer Opportunities: Utilized dropdown menu to highlight volunteer opportunities right, giving a clear and direct call to action making easy for participants to get involved and support their mission.
- Website V2: Created a customized, professional, and engaging event site.
- Listing their multiple events they are hosting using our software on their website.
Peaks to Portland
This epic swim from Peaks Island to Portland isn’t just a challenge—it’s a powerful fundraiser for the YMCA of Southern Maine. Each swimmer’s fundraising supports programs for local kids across the YMCA’s branches, directly benefiting critical program’s for local children
How They’re Using GiveSignup:
- Website V2: Created a custom landing page with clear messaging on how folks can participate, fundraise, donate, or volunteer.
- Highlighted Fundraiser Swag: Fundraiser incentives are prominently displayed throughout the website, inspiring participants to go the extra mile.
- Photo Albums: Included photo albums from last year’s event, drawing participants back to the website and creating anticipation for next year!
Update: Paws-itively Purrfect Technology For the Dogs (and Cats)
With RunSignup | TicketSignup | GiveSignup, animal shelters and humane societies can access free technology to raise more bones — I mean, funds — and support their day-to-day operations. With a single payment account that spans across the three platforms, managing a menagerie of events becomes a walk in the dog park.