What is a Fundraiser?

A fundraiser is a new way for you to show support for the causes you care about during Give Hastings Day on May 1, 2025!


Create your own Fundraiser, set a fundraising goal, and then encourage your network of family, friends, and colleagues to support your favorite organization by sharing your Fundraiser's URL via email, social media, and more!

How to create a Fundraiser in 5 easy steps:

Step 1: Create your Fundraiser

Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function. From the nonprofit's page, click the "Create a Fundraiser" button. Set your details! Add your title, your name, custom URL, and set your fundraiser goal. 


If you cannot find your favorite nonprofit, they have not registered to participate in Give Hastings Day. Check back at a later date or contact the nonprofit to confirm participation.

Step 2: Tell us your Fundraiser story!

Why does this organization matter to you and why should people give?

Step 3: Set a personalized image

Add a personal image for the Fundraiser! Include a photo of you and the organziation or the program you are advocating for.

Step 4: Review & Publish

Preview your profile before you push it live. Please note, once published, it can take up to 2 hours to appear live.

Step 5: Share your Fundraiser to help your cause!

Fundraisers are only successful when they're shared! Copy your Fundraiser's unique URL to share with family, friends, and other contacts in email and posts to social media.

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Fundraiser FAQs:

  • When can I create a Fundraiser?

    You can create a Fundraisers as soon as your nonprofit has registered for Give Hastings Day! Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function.

  • When can people begin giving to my Fundraiser?

    People can give to your Fundraiser once early giving begins on April 15.

  • Will I be notified when someone makes a donation to my Fundraiser?

    Yes! You will recieve an email that tells you when a donation is made to your Fundraiser and the donor's information unless they have chosen to give anonymously.

  • Can I create more than one Fundraiser?

    Yes, but we recommend you choose one or two nonprofits to focus your efforts on.

  • How will the donations I raise through my Fundraiser get to the nonprofit?

    Hastings Community Foundation will disperse funds raised from Give Hastings Day and distribute it to participating nonprofits after the event.