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On GiveSendGo.com you can raise money for various causes such as mission trips, legal fees, adoption or fostering costs, etc. But while launching a campaign on GiveSendGo is a great way to raise funds, it's important to understand that simply creating a campaign isn't enough. To achieve your fundraising goals, it's crucial to share your campaign with your network of family, friends, church, co-workers, and others. In fact, several reports indicate that crowdfunding campaigns that are shared on social media are over 125% more likely to receive donations compared to those that are not shared on social media. In this blog, we'll discuss why sharing your GiveSendGo campaign matters and why it's essential to reach out to people you know.

Firstly, it's important to understand there's rarely a group of strangers just waiting to give to campaigns. While crowdfunding platforms can attract givers from all over the world, especially if the campaign happens to go viral, most givers are people who know the campaigner or have a connection to their cause. For instance, if you're raising funds for medical bills, your family, friends, and co-workers are likely to be the ones who are most interested in donating because they know and care about you. If you're raising funds for a mission trip, your church community is likely to be your primary source of support, because they’ll probably have a heart for the same mission as you do. This is why it's essential to share your campaign with your network, as they are the ones who are most likely to give.

Secondly, sharing your campaign with your network can help you reach your fundraising goals faster. The more people who know about your campaign, the more likely you are to receive donations. By sharing your campaign on social media, email, text or direct message, and other channels, you're increasing the visibility of your campaign and making it easier for people to give. When people see that others have donated, they're more likely to contribute as well. Additionally, sharing your campaign can help you generate buzz and excitement around your cause, which can encourage people to give.

Thirdly, sharing your campaign can help you build a community of supporters. When you share your campaign with your network, you're not only asking for donations but also for support. By sharing updates about your progress, your supporters can see the impact of their giving and feel more invested in your cause. They may also share your campaign with their own network, which can help you reach even more people. This can create a snowball effect, where your campaign gains momentum and attracts even more supporters.

In conclusion, sharing your GiveSendGo campaign matters because it's the best way to reach the people who are most likely to give to your cause. By sharing your campaign with your network, you're increasing the visibility of your campaign, reaching your fundraising goals faster, and building a community of supporters. So don't be shy – share your campaign with everyone you know and let them know why your cause is important to you. With their help, you can achieve your fundraising goals and make a real difference in the world.

Good Friday is a day of remembrance and reflection for Christians around the world. It is the day on which Jesus Christ was crucified, and it is a significant event in Christian theology. Despite the somber nature of the day, it is known as "Good Friday." This may seem strange, as the events that occurred on that day were anything but good. However, there are several reasons why Good Friday can truly be considered "good."

First and foremost, Good Friday is good because it represents the ultimate sacrifice. We as Christians believe Jesus Christ died the death we deserved on the cross. He willingly gave up his life so that others could be forgiven and have eternal life with him. While he did die a gruesome death, without it we would have no hope, so his death is good for us. This act of selflessness and love is considered the ultimate expression of God's grace and mercy.

Secondly, Good Friday is good because it represents victory over death. The crucifixion of Jesus Christ was not the end of the story. Praise God! Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, which we celebrate as Easter Sunday. This resurrection is the ultimate symbol of hope and triumph over death. Without his resurrection, his death would have been meaningless and God would not have kept his promise to us. But Christ did what no one else could do - rise again after becoming the ultimate sacrifice that would finally satisfy God’s justice. That’s why Jesus shouted “It is finished!” as he breathed his last breath on the cross. 

Finally, Good Friday is good because it reminds us of the depth of God's love. We may think - how can God sending his son to die a painful death on the cross be good? The events of Good Friday demonstrate the extent to which God was willing to go to save humanity. It shows that God's love is not conditional, but is freely given to all who seek it. Because of Jesus’ death, the gift of salvation is extended to each and every one of us who chooses to believe and trust in Him. We could not earn this on our own, but Christ paid that price for us. What a gift! 
Today, we at GiveSendGo ask you to join us in reflecting on Good Friday as we bend our knees in prayer to the one who paid it all for us on the cross!

As a society, we're accustomed to seeing the glitz and glamour of celebrities walking the red carpet, adorned in often outrageous designer outfits, to receive recognition and applause from their peers, professionals, and fans worldwide. But the true story of Palm Sunday tells of a different kind of "red carpet" moment for Jesus. Though he was a king, he arrived not in regal robes but as a humble servant, riding on a donkey. The same crowds who joyously welcomed him into Jerusalem soon turned against him, and he would ultimately give his life for us on the cross (which was God’s plan all along). Despite this, Palm Sunday remains a vital celebration and reminder of the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus and the importance of humility and service in our lives.

Palm Sunday commemorates the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, which is recorded in the four Gospels of the New Testament. This event marks the beginning of Holy Week, which ends with Easter Sunday - the day of Jesus' resurrection.

The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem is significant because it fulfills the prophecy of Zechariah, who had prophesied about a coming king who would enter Jerusalem riding on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9). The people of Jerusalem saw Jesus' entry as the fulfillment of this prophecy and laid down palm branches and their cloaks on the ground to honor him, shouting "Hosanna!" which means "Save us, we pray!".Today, Palm Sunday is celebrated in churches around the world with the waving of palm branches or other branches, such as olive branches or willow branches, and the reading of the Gospel accounts of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.

At GiveSendGo, we believe that Palm Sunday is a reminder of the importance of humility and faith in our lives. Despite being hailed as a king, Jesus came to serve and not to be served. He humbly rode on a donkey and did not demand glory or recognition. Instead, he sought to fulfill God's plan for salvation by giving his life in our place. As we celebrate Palm Sunday, we are reminded of the sacrifice that Jesus made for us, which bought us our freedom, and the importance of spreading love, peace, and hope in our communities. This Palm Sunday, let us reflect on the significance of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and praise Jesus as our King and Savior!