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All You Need to Know About GivingTuesday on LaunchGood


Every campaign has a chance to shine on GivingTuesday! Through our competitions, we’re celebrating campaigns of all sizes that spark generosity and community impact. GivingTuesday is one of the most exciting days on LaunchGood! It’s all about generosity and empowering communities to make a positive impact. Whether you’re a Campaign Creator or a donor, here’s everything you need to know to join the fun, win prizes, and make the most of this special day.


Want a deeper understanding of GivingTuesday? Check out our article: What and When is GivingTuesday.



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How to Participate

Having a live campaign on December 3rd, 2024 means you're automatically part of all the GivingTuesday excitement!


Here's what’s happening throughout the day:

  • 24-Hour Competition: Shine on the leaderboards by gathering the most supporters or raising the most funds to win big prizes.
  • Wildcard Giveaway: Campaigns with 50+ unique donors are entered into a drawing every two hours for a $1,000 boost.
  • Power Hours: Raise the most during specific times to earn an extra $5,000 for your campaign.


It’s that simple—just share your campaign and inspire generosity!


Don’t have a campaign yet?

No worries, there’s still time! Start your campaign today at LaunchGood.com/create and have it live in time for GivingTuesday. We’re here to support you every step of the way!


Rules to Keep in Mind

To keep things fair, here are some key rules:

  • Unique Donors Only: A donor must use a unique email and credit card to count as an entry.
  • Donations from LaunchGood features, such as Ads packages, do not count.
  • Campaigns can win a maximum of one prize per category: 24-Hour Competition, Power Hour, or Wildcard.
  • 1st Party Entries Are Not Counted: Donations from the same entity or individual benefiting from the campaign will not be considered.
  • LaunchGood reserves the right to disqualify any campaign that violates these terms.


For real-time results and updates, visit: Tracking Success on GivingTuesday: Leaderboards, Prizes, and Announcements.


The 24-Hour Competition

When: December 3rd, 2024, Tuesday , from 12:00 AM to 00:00 AM the next day (EST).


During this thrilling contest, campaigns compete in two categories for top prizes:

  • Most Funds Raised
  • Most Supporters


Important Details

  • Campaigns can only win in one category: Most Funds Raised or Most Supporters.
  • If a campaign ranks on both leaderboards at the same prize level, the unclaimed prize will go to the campaign closest to the winner based on percentage difference.
  • Tie-Breaker Rule: In case of a tie for any leaderboard position, the prize value will be split equally among the tied campaigns.


Prizes

The top 10 campaigns in each category win monetary rewards:


$25K, $15K, $7.5K, $5K, $2.5K, $2K, $1.5K, $1K, $750, and $500.


Keep track of the leaderboard here: LaunchGood.com/GivingTuesday.



Wildcard Giveaways

Every campaign has a chance to win, big or small!


How It Works

Any campaign with 50 or more unique donors on GivingTuesday will be entered into a random draw. Every two hours, one lucky campaign will win $1,000.


When:


First Draw: 2:00 AM EST.

Final Draw: 00:00 AM EST 


Note: Campaigns can only win one Wildcard prize.



Power Hours

Amp up your efforts during Power Hours for an additional chance to win big!


When:


EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa): 7 PM - 8 PM (GMT).

NA (North America): 7 PM - 8 PM (EST).

APAC (Asia-Pacific): 7 PM - 8 PM (MYT).


If your campaign raises the most funds during these times, you’ll earn an extra $5,000 to fuel your cause.



FAQs

Q: How do I know if my campaign is eligible?

A: Any live campaign with donations on GivingTuesday is automatically eligible for the competitions.


Q: Can I win multiple prizes?

A: Each campaign can only win one prize per category (24-Hour Competition, Power Hour, or Wildcard).


Q: Who can I contact if I have questions?

A: Our team is here to help! Visit LaunchGood.com/GivingTuesday or email us at [email protected].


For resources on maximizing your campaign’s potential, visit: Maximize Your GivingTuesday Impact: Tips, Resources, Webinars, and Expert Support.



Let’s Make GivingTuesday Unforgettable

At LaunchGood, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Together, let’s inspire generosity, create meaningful change, and make this GivingTuesday the most impactful one yet!





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