Create a Fundraiser!

What is a Fundraiser?

You have a charitable passion: it could be animal welfare, supporting the arts, volunteering to help the homeless, or raising awareness about mental illness. We bet you also have a wonderful network of friends and colleagues in your life, too. Brazos Valley Gives offers you a vehicle to connect your passion and network by creating your own personal campaign to raise money for local nonprofits. You choose the goal, get the word out, and become a champion for your cause. Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function. If you cannot find your favorite nonprofit, they have not registered to participate in Brazos Valley Gives. Check back at a later date or contact the nonprofit to confirm participation.

Become a Fundraiser in 5 easy steps!

Step 1: Create your Fundraiser

Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function. From the nonprofit's page, click the "Create a Fundraiser" button. Set your details! Add your title, your name, custom URL, and set your fundraiser goal. 


If you cannot find your favorite nonprofit, they have not registered to participate in Brazos Valley Gives. Check back at a later date or contact the nonprofit to confirm participation.

Step 2: Tell us your Fundraiser story!

Why does this organization matter to you and why should people give?

Step 3: Set a personalized Fundraiser image

Add a personal image for the Fundraiser! Include a photo of you and the organziation or the program you are advocating for.

Step 4: Review & Publish

Preview your profile before you push it live. Please note, once published, it can take up to 2 hours to appear live.

Step 5: Share your Fundraiser to help your cause!

Fundraisers are only successful when they're shared! Copy your Fundraiser's unique URL to share with family, friends, and other contacts in email and posts to social media.

Example Email Templates

Fundraiser FAQs

  • When can I create a Fundraiser?

    You can create a Fundraisers as soon as your nonprofit has registered for Brazos Valley Gives! Find your favorite nonprofit using the website's search function.

  • When can people begin giving to my Fundraiser?

    People can give to your Fundraiser once early giving begins on September 16.

  • Will I be notified when someone makes a donation through my Fundraiser?

    YES, you will be sent an email that tells you a donation has been made and who made the donation unless they have chosen to give anonymously. You can also find this information in your donor profile. Keep the spirit of generosity going by thanking your donors right away.

  • How will the donations I raise through a Fundraiser get to the nonprofit?

    When people donate from a Fundraiser, they are donating to the nonprofit you are raising money for and not directly to you. When someone clicks to donate on your Fundraiser, they will be directed to the donation page for the designated charity and will complete their donation through the normal checkout process. As with all other donations, the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley will compile the donations and distribute funds to participating nonprofits after the event.

  • Can I include money not raised online in my Fundraiser total?

    All donations for Brazos Valley Gives must be given via the online platform. Gifts made via checks and cash must be delivered to the drive-thru donations sites on October 15, in order to be counted towards the totals of Brazos Valley Gives.

  • Is there a limit to the amount raised through a Fundraiser?

    While you have the ability to set any goal you would like, we encourage you to set a goal that is attainable from September 16 thru October 15 through your network. We recommend goals ranging from $100 to $2,000 or beyond.

  • When will my Fundraiser campaign end?

    All fundraisers will conclude at 11:00 PM on Brazos Valley Gives Day.

  • What if I or a friend wants to provide matching funds for my Fundraiser?

    WONDERFUL IDEA! Simply note on your fundraiser the amount of the matching gift; payment of this matching gift should not be made on the fundraiser portal. Rather, this matching fund gift should be mailed directly to the participating nonprofit.

  • Can I have more than one Fundraiser?

    YES, but we recommend you choose one or two of your favorite nonprofits and focus your efforts on those.

  • How can I see who else has created a Fundraiser for a nonprofit?

    All Fundraisers linked to specific nonprofits will be listed on the nonprofit's profile.