Webinars & Training Videos
Webinars and training videos are a great way to learn more about BayouGives campaign strategies, and put your organization on the path to success! Join us for a live webinar with your BayouGives 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!
Psst! Remember to Register Your Organization to Participate by March 11, and Complete Your Giving Day Profile by April 5!
Live Webinars
Getting Ready for BayouGives
Thursday, February 14
10 AM - 11 AM CT
Learn everything you need to know about BayouGives, including how to register your organization for the big event and the features available to make your organization as successful as possible. We’ll conclude by answering any of your BayouGives questions and highlighting the resources available to make getting ready for BayouGives a breeze!
Final Steps to Success for BayouGives
Thursday, March 21
10 AM - 11 AM CT
With only a few weeks until BayouGives, there’s still plenty of time to make sure your BayouGives campaign is ready to go. In this webinar we’ll go over last minute tips and best practices to engage with your supporters and be successful on BayouGives. The BayouGives team will also be available to answer any and all of your last minute questions.
Live Trainings
February 6, BayouGives Nonprofit Meeting Presentation
Training Videos - Series 101
For organizations in search of the BayouGives essentials, look no further! Our 101 Level Training Videos will highlight some of the most important steps every organization should take to prepare for a successful BayouGives campaign. Perfect for organizations of any size or capacity!
Getting Ready - 15 Min
Interested in participating in BayouGives? We'll cover the benefits of participating in a giving day and how to sign up your organization to be a part of the fun! We’ll also point you towards other tools and resources available to make your giving day as successful as possible.
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Giving Day Basics - 20 Min
Are you excited about participating in BayouGives, but not sure where to start or what to prioritize? This training course will highlight the five essential steps to ensuring your organization has a strong showing on BayouGives without exhausting your limited time and resources.
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Creating The Perfect Profile - 20 Min
Your BayouGives profile is the first thing your donors will see during the big event. This training course will show you how to create and customize an engaging BayouGives profile that will entice potential supporters and successfully highlight your organization’s unique stories.
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Telling Your Story - 20 Min
Storytelling goes beyond your organization’s overall mission, and allows potential supporters to connect with your work and feel like they can make a difference. We’ll share our best practices for telling engaging stories to make your donors feel like the champions they are.
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Spreading The Word - 30 Min
You’ve completed your BayouGives profile, and now it’s time to share it with the world! We’ll cover the many ways your organization can promote BayouGives across multiple platforms as well as best best practices for creating action driven content for your supporters.
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Thanking Your Donors - 20 Min
After your success on BayouGives it’s time to thank the supporters who helped you reach your goals. In this training course we’ll cover how to thank all of your donors effectively and share tips, strategies, and best practices for donor stewardship success on BayouGives and beyond!
Watch Video Download SlidesTraining Videos - Series 201
Take your BayouGives campaign to the next level! In our 201 Level Training Videos we'll highlight ways in which your organization can run a successful BayouGives campaign through more specific strategies and best practices.
Goal Setting Strategies - 20 Min
Before you dive into your BayouGives campaign, take the time to assess your goals! In this training course we’ll share the importance of setting clear goals as well as best practices and strategies for how you can make the most out of BayouGives.
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The Power of P2P Fundraising - 15 Min
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising is a great way to expand your reach on BayouGives by utilizing your most passionate supporters to share their stories and fundraise on behalf of your organization. In this training course we'll cover everything you need to know about recruiting and empowering fundraisers for BayouGives!
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Creative Engagement Ideas - 15 Min
BayouGives is the perfect opportunity to engage your supporters both online and off! We'll share nonprofit best practices and creative ways to engage and excite your supporters and your community on BayouGives.
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Social Media Strategies - 30 Min
Social media is a great way to engage with your supporters and get them excited about BayouGives! We’ll cover the basics of several popular social media platforms, and how to best leverage them to reach your goals on BayouGives.
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Scheduling Communications - 20 Min
When preparing for BayouGives, your communications with supporters can play an enormous role in your overall success. We’ll cover supporter communication best practices and highlight tools your organization can use for more efficient and effective online engagement.
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A Picture Tells A Thousand Words - 25 Min
Images have the power to tell stories and evoke emotion in your supporters and potential donors. In this training course we’ll go over the impact images can have on your supporters, and how to improve your online engagement during BayouGives and beyond!
Watch Video Download SlidesTraining Videos - Series 301
For the Giving Day gurus interested in getting the most out of your BayouGives experience. Our 301 Level Training Videos will highlight best practices and strategies for stronger engagement on BayouGives and beyond!
Engaging Your Board - 15 Min
Getting your board on board for BayouGives can be a pivotal step in your overall giving day success. In this training course, we’ll cover strategies and best practices for engaging with your board before, during, and after BayouGives.
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Matching Challenges - 15 Min
Matching challenges are an exciting way to motivate your donors to make a greater impact on BayouGives and beyond! In this training course we’ll cover best practices for finding sponsors and how to utilize your matching dollars for maximum engagement.
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Gamifying Your Giving Day - 10 Min
BayouGives is the perfect opportunity to have a little fun with your supporters while motivating them to have a greater impact on your organization. In this training course, we’ll cover how you can utilize the momentum of BayouGives to create exciting challenges for your supporters.
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Retaining New Donors - 15 Min
After BayouGives, it's important to celebrate your new supporters, and start building your new relationships. In this training course we’ll cover strategies and best practices for retaining your new donors through engaging opportunities within your organization and beyond.
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Building Better Relationships - 20 Min
After BayouGives, it’s time to steward your donors and acknowledge their generous support. In this training course, we’ll cover stewardship best practices and strategies for building stronger and longer lasting relationships with your supporters.
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GiveGab After Your Giving Day - 20 Min
Learn about GiveGab, your BayouGives tech partner, and the nonprofit fundraising and supporter engagement tools available to your organization year round! We’ll give an overview of some of our most popular features and pricing plans on GiveGab.
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