Webinars & Training Videos

Webinars and training videos are a great way to learn more about Abilene Gives campaign strategies, and put your organization on the path to success! Join us for a live webinar with your Abilene Gives team, or check out the pre-recorded training videos designed to help you learn more about specific topics of all levels. No matter the size and shape of your organization, we've got the tools to help you succeed!

Live Webinars




2024 Past Webinars


Matching Gifts

Wednesday, April 3 from 10-11 a.m. CT

We know nonprofits that used matching gifts received more donations during the giving day than those that didn't. Come listen to strategies for securing and strategizing matching gifts for your campaign. This session will also include details on how to understand these features on your dashboard.

Recording

Matching Gifts

Wednesday, April 3 from 10-11 a.m. CT

We know nonprofits that used matching gifts received more donations during the giving day than those that didn't. Come listen to strategies for securing and strategizing matching gifts for your campaign. This session will also include details on how to understand these features on your dashboard.

Recording

Slides

Getting Ready for Abilene Gives 2024

Friday, February 16 from 10-11 a.m.

Review the recording from the Getting Ready webinar where we reviewed how to register to participate in giving day and complete your profile, as well as other features we offer to maximize your success during giving day!

Recording

Slides

Telling Your Story for Abilene Gives 2024

Friday, March 22 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Review the recording from the Tell Your Story webinar where we discussed creating a compelling story to tell through your profile and social media presence for Abilene Gives.

Recording

Slides



2023 Past Trainings

"Getting Started" - Give Gab Presentation
Tuesday, February 14 from 1-2 p.m.

This in-person training will feature a live webinar with the GiveGab team. Whether you're a giving day pro or you're considering participating for the first time, there are important changes we'll be discussing that makes attending highly encouraged.

View GiveGab Slides

View GiveGab Recording

Community Foundation of Abilene Kickoff Presentation
Tuesday, February 14 from 2-3 p.m.

This in-person training will feature an in-person presentation led by the Community Foundation staff where nonprofit attendees can learn more about the giving day. The presentation will conclude with Q&A.

With the changes taking place this year, we encourage you to attend the training and to revisit the presentation slides for more information.

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GiveGab Virtual Presentation
Tuesday, March 28 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. CT

With weeks until Abilene Gives, there’s still plenty of time to make sure your campaign is ready to go. In this webinar we’ll go over best practices to engage with your supporters and be successful. 

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CFA Virtual Presentation
Thursday, March 30 from 10-11 a.m. CT

This virtual training will give nonprofit attendees the chance to learn storytelling and marketing strategies, including opportunities to engage with giving day media partners. The presentation will feature a live Q&A with Foundation staff.

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CFA Virtual Presentation
Thursday, April 13 from 10-11 a.m. CT

This virtual training will give nonprofit attendees the chance to learn more about the giving day, prizes and contests, including new changes. The presentation will feature a live Q&A with Foundation staff.

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CFA Virtual Presentation
Thursday, April 27 from 10-11 a.m. CT

This virtual training will give nonprofit attendees the chance to learn more about match gifts, offline verification form, and more. The presentation will feature a live Q&A with Foundation staff.

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Giving Day Training Videos

Creating the Perfect Profile

Learn how to complete all of the components of your profile to create an engaging experience for your supporters.

Creating the Perfect Giving Day Profile

Looking for more information to help you craft your perfect profile? Check out the resources below!

Telling Your Story

Watch this video to learn how to meet your donors where they are, and help them become vested in your mission through successful storytelling.

Tell Your Giving Day Story

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 Abilene Gives.

Goal Setting Strategies

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 Abilene Gives can strengthen your network of both support and outreach. Here are some ways to effectively engage board members in the day at varying capacities!

Engage Your Board

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Learn all about this effective online fundraising strategy, and view some quick how-to videos to get started with GiveGab’s P2P Fundraising tool.

The Power of P@P Fundraising

Looking for more information on getting started with P2P Fundraising? Check out the trainings below!

How to Add P2P Fundraisers

How to Edit and View a P2P Fundraiser's Profile

How to Remove An Existing P2P Fundraiser

How to Invite a Supporter to Sign Themselves Up as a P2P Fundraiser

Social Media Strategies

Leverage social media to increase your online presence and audience engagement during Abilene Gives.

Social Media Strategies

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!

Matches and Challenges

Looking for more information on creating and leveraging match and challenge opportunities? Check out the resources below!

How to Add a Match to Your Profile

How to Add a Challenge to Your Profile

How to Manually Apply a Match to an Online Donation

How to Deplete a Match or Challenge

Learn what information is available to you after Abilene Gives, and how you can use it to build on existing and newly-created relationships with your organization.

Thank Your Donors

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.

Virtual Engagement
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Looking for more information to help you build your virtual engagement strategy? Check out the resources below!