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In a world where standing up for your values has become increasingly challenging, two influential forces are joining hands to make a difference. We are excited to announce a partnership between GiveSendGo and RedBalloon, America’s premier pro-freedom job board and corporate recruiter.

At GiveSendGo, we champion everyone’s freedom to raise funds for what matters most to them, providing a platform where all voices can be heard, regardless of what they believe.

RedBalloon shares this commitment to freedom. As an innovator in the hiring space, RedBalloon has made significant changes to the industry with its culture-first recruiting service and a national job board that connects like-minded individuals and businesses through networks like Turning Point USA and national homeschool groups.

“We’re very excited to partner with another entity that has stood firm for freedom,” said RedBalloon CEO Andrew Crapuchettes. “Just like Elon Musk’s reforms at X to promote freedom, we’re going to encourage every Freedom Economy business and individual to support GiveSendGo as their preferred crowdfunding source.”

Heather Wilson, GiveSendGo Co-Founder, echoed this sentiment, saying, “In an economy where we desperately need alternative options who stand for your values, both GiveSendGo & RedBalloon have provided just that in their respective industries.”

Together, GiveSendGo and RedBalloon are proud to stand as pillars of the Freedom Economy, ensuring that your right to raise funds, work, and live according to your beliefs remains protected.
 

We’re excited to announce our June Giveback GIVEAWAY! 

This month, we’re inviting YOU and our amazing community to share why you love GiveSendGo for a chance to win an awesome prize for yourself and one to give away to someone else — on us!

PRIZE: A $200 prepaid Visa gift card (USD) sent to the winner’s email and $1,000 to give to a GiveSendGo campaign of their choice (winner’s campaign IS eligible). The donation will be made in the winner’s name.

How to Enter:

• Record a Video: Create a short selfie-style video telling us why you love GiveSendGo.
• Share Your Video: Post your video on social media with the hashtag #ILoveGiveSendGo.
• Tag Us and Friends: Tag us and up to 5 friends in your post to enter. Each friend you tag earns you another entry into the giveaway.
• Post on Multiple Platforms: You can post on Facebook, X, Instagram, Truth Social, Gab, and Gettr for more chances to win, as we’ll be picking one winner from each platform.

What to Say in Your Video:

Not sure what to say in your video? Here are some ideas to help get those creative juices flowing:

• Great Customer Service Experience: Share a story about a time you had a positive interaction with our customer service team.
• Giver Army Grant: Talk about how receiving a Giver Army grant made a difference in your fundraising efforts.
• Prayer Partner Call: Describe how a call from one of our prayer partners impacted your life or brightened your day with a spark of hope.
• Successful Fundraising: Highlight a cause you were able to support or a need you were able to meet through your GiveSendGo campaign.
• Life-Changing Impact: Share a story about someone you know whose life was changed because they fundraised on GiveSendGo.
• Values and Mission: Share why you love GiveSendGo's values and commitment to sharing hope and helping individuals to fundraise for causes they care about. 
• Low Processing Rates: Mention how GiveSendGo's lower processing rates helped you reach your fundraising goal by allowing you to keep more of the money you raised.
• Prayer Wall: Share your experience using our prayer wall and how it has impacted you to receive prayers from strangers or to pray for others in need.
• The Shine Brightly Podcast: Share how you listen or watch our podcast! Did you learn about a campaign you then ended up supporting, discover something new about GiveSendGo, or perhaps you were a guest on our show?
• Innovative Features: Highlight any unique features of GiveSendGo that you find particularly helpful or inspiring such as the pray now button.

 Tips for Making a Great Video:

• Be Genuine: Speak from the heart and share your authentic experiences.
• Be Creative: Feel free to get creative with your video. Use props, add music, or film in a special location.
• Keep It Concise: Remember to keep your video short and engaging.
• Use Good Lighting: Make sure your video is well-lit so we can see your smiling face!
• Speak Clearly: Ensure your voice is clear and easy to understand.

Why Participate?

By joining our giveaway contest, you could win a fantastic prize for yourself AND money to give to a campaign in need on GiveSendGo.

It's an opportunity to give back without spending a dime. Plus, you'll help spread the word about GiveSendGo, giving others hope for their fundraising endeavors.

Thank you for being part of the GiveSendGo family and we can’t wait to watch your video about why you love GiveSendGo. 

Ready, set, record!

The devastating impact of the Maui wildfires has left many communities in need, with the death toll climbing to 55 and hundreds of people forced to evacuate their homes. If you're wondering how you can make a difference, here are some meaningful ways to share hope and help during the Maui wildfires.

Give to a Campaign You Know 
One of the most direct ways to offer support is by giving to a campaign you know. Whether it's a friend, a neighbor, or a colleague who's been directly affected, your donation can make an impact on their lives. By supporting someone’s GiveSendGo campaign, you're not only providing much-needed financial assistance but also sharing hope with someone in their greatest time of need. 

Start a Campaign for Someone You Know is in Need
Sometimes, the act of initiating a campaign can be as powerful as contributing to one. If you know someone who's in need due to the Maui wildfires, consider starting a GiveSendGo campaign on their behalf. This initiative can rally support from a wider community, offering a platform for people to come together and help someone who's struggling. By taking this step, you also alleviate the pressure of starting a campaign off of the person affected. 

Give to GiveSendGo Charities’ Maui Relief Fund
For those who don't have a personal connection to the affected individuals or campaigns, there's still a meaningful way you can make a difference.  
You can give to GiveSendGo Charities’ Maui Fire Relief Fund by clicking the following link - https://www.givesendgo.com/MauiFire. Donations will be distributed to verified campaigns on GiveSendGo of those impacted by the fires, or we will distribute funds to local nonprofits that are actively making a major impact. 100% of your donations will go directly to the people of Maui. 

Your donation will help to provide food, shelter, clothing, and other essentials to those who have lost everything. It will also help to rebuild homes and businesses, and to support the long-term recovery of Maui.