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Use this playbook to guide your community foundation through all aspects of developing and implementing a Giving Day that furthers the mission of your foundation.

Click Here for Knight Foundation’s latest Giving Day report,
Beyond the Dollars: the long-term value of giving days for community foundations.

  • Planning

    Successful Giving Days are the culmination of hard work, partnerships, and a coordinated massive outreach effort. Read on to learn how to take the first steps.

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  • Outreach

    Learn how to mobilize everyone in your community from nonprofits and donors to matching funders and media partners - all can help you spread the word.

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  • Day-of
    Logistics

    When Giving Day arrives, be prepared for a thrilling, chaotic, and memorable day. Learn what to expect and how to spend your time during those critical 24 hours.

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  • Follow-Up
    & Assessment

    Take advantage of data made available during your Giving Day. Understand what worked, what might be improved and how to enhance your program for the future.

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  • Peer
    Learning

    Join us on our Giving Day Exchange for community foundation staff who organize Giving Day campaigns to exchange insights, tips, questions, and resources.

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