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!
In-Person Trainings
Check back for upcoming in-person training dates.
Live Webinars
GiveGab Virtual Presentation 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. |
CFA Virtual Presentation
Thursday, March 30 from 10-11 a.m. CT
This virtual training will give nonprofit attendees the chance to learn more about the giving day, including new changes. The presentation will feature a live Q&A with Foundation staff. |
Upcoming CFA Virtual Presentations: Thursday, April 13; and Thursday, April 27.
Past Trainings
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"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. |
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. |
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
Abilene Gives.
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!
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 Abilene Gives.
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 Abilene Gives, 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.
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Looking for more information to help you build your virtual engagement strategy? Check out the resources below!
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 Abilene Gives.
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!
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 Abilene Gives.
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 Abilene Gives, 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.
Looking for more information to help you build your virtual engagement strategy? Check out the resources below!