Webinars & Training Videos
Webinars and training videos are a great way to learn more about Avenues for Hope campaign strategies, and put your organization on the path to success! No matter the size and shape of your organization, we've got the tools to help you succeed!
All trainings are virtual and hosted on Wednesdays at 10 am MT.
Building your Best Avenues for Hope Campaign Yet
Wednesday Sept 10, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by People First
This virtual training session equips nonprofit organizations participating in this year's Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge with the essential mindset shifts needed to build their most successful campaign yet. Drawing from extensive experience working with nonprofit partners, this foundational session provides actionable strategies, real-world examples, and practical tips for implementing these mindset shifts.
7 Ways to Secure the Most Funding During Avenues for Hope
Wednesday Sept 24, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by People First
This virtual training session empowers nonprofits participating in this year's campaign with 7 proven strategies to secure the most funding through strategic gift cultivation. This hands-on training will go through a live worked example so you can gain practical insights into major gift strategy, pipeline development, and actionable steps to maximize campaign results.
Getting Started with Giving Days
Wednesday Oct 1, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by GiveGab
In this session, we will guide you through the process of registering and setting up your organization, covering everything from an overview of the dashboard to adding users, linking bank accounts, and more. We’ll conclude by reviewing steps for creating your Giving Day profile, and how to prepare for the steps following your initial setup!
Registration Link Coming Soon!
Avenues for Hope Social Media Training
Wednesday Oct 15, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by Idaho Housing Foundation
Registration Link Coming Soon!
Put People First - How to Tell Your Story
Wednesday Oct 29, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by People First
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14 Ways to Cultivate the Most Supporters
Wednesday Nov 5, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by People First
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Getting the Most of Giving Days with Matches & Challenges
Wednesday Nov 12, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by GiveGab
In this session, we’ll discuss how you can gamify your day with matches and challenges, and other key tools that will help you make the most of the giving day.
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Finalizing Your Strategy: 21 Things to Do Before Avenues for Hope
Wednesday Nov 19, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by People First
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Wrapping up your Giving Day
Wednesday Dec 3, 10 a.m. MT
Hosted by GiveGab
In the final session of our three-part series, we’ll focus on key strategies for final preparations, along with tips and best practices to engage your supporters and ensure success both during and after your Giving Day.
Registration Link Coming Soon!
Giving Day Training Videos
Learn how to complete all of the components of your profile to create an engaging experience for your supporters.
Looking for more information to help you craft your perfect profile? Check out the resources below!
Watch this video to learn how to meet your donors where they are, and help them become vested in your mission through successful storytelling.
Looking for more information to help you tell your giving day story? Check out the resources below!
Communicating goals internally and externally can have a direct impact on your results. Check out this video to learn about how to set yourself up for success by planning out your unique goals for Avenues for Hope.
Looking for more information to help you set and communicate your goals for the big day? Check out the resources below!
Having your board, 'on board' for Avenues for Hope can strengthen your network of both support and outreach. Here are some ways to effectively engage board members in the day at varying capacities!
Learn all about this effective online fundraising strategy, and view some quick how-to videos to get started with GiveGab’s P2P Fundraising tool.
Looking for more information on getting started with P2P Fundraising? Check out the trainings below!
Leverage social media to increase your online presence and audience engagement during Avenues for Hope.
Looking for more information to help you spread the word on social media? Check out the resources below!
Dollars can go a lot further when leveraged as Matches and Challenges. Learn what these gifts are, how they function in GiveGab, and gain some unique strategies to successfully gamify your day with these larger donations!
Looking for more information on creating and leveraging match and challenge opportunities? Check out the resources below!
Learn what information is available to you after Avenues for Hope, and how you can use it to build on existing and newly-created relationships with your organization.
Looking for more information on donor stewardship after the big day? Check out the resources below!
Learn about best practices and the most important elements to consider when creating a plan to engage your donors and supporters virtually.
