MT Gives Getting Started Guide
Getting Started Guide
Welcome to Montana Gives! Want to make sure your nonprofit is ready to participate in MTGives? This guide will lead you through the steps for registering and getting started. We've also outlined some key dates to make note of leading up to the event!
Are You Eligible? To be eligible to participate in MTGives, your organization must be: Based in Montana or have a basis of operations here. IRS recognized nonprofit.
Are You Registered? Complete the registration at MTGives.org by April 7, 2017 Enable donations on your account by adding your ACH transfer information
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Are You Connected? Follow MTGives on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MTGives2017 Follow MTGives on Twitter at https://twitter.com/@MTGives Use the hashtag: #MTGives on social media
Are You Ready? Check out the MTGives Nonprofit Toolkit for tips, templates, and resources. Register for free training sessions or view the recordings online. Utilize the resources and tips emailed by the MTGives team. _______
Questions about MTGives? MTGives is a powerful and growing 24-hour, online and in-person giving event organized by nonprofits across the Big Sky to grow philanthropy in Montana by connecting donors to the nonprofits that make Montana the last best place. For more information, please refer to the FAQ section of the site or contact us at [email protected]. MTGives Getting Started Guide | 3
Key Dates MAR 9
MAR 16
MAR 30
Getting Ready for MTGives Training Session
Storytelling & Marketing Training Session
The Power of P2P Fundraising Training Session
APR 13
MAY 1
APR 27
Top 10 Tips Before MTGives Training Session
Last day to set up ACH Transfers for MTGives
When you can begin to accept donations for MTGives!
MAY 4
MAY 5
TBD
MTGives Day begins at 6pm!
MTGives Day ends at 6pm!
Last day to accept donations for MTGives!
MAY 18
24-48hrs
Post MTGives Engagement Training Session
Funds deposited into your bank account
After a Donation is Made
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Welcome to Montana Gives! Want to make sure your nonprofit is ready to participate in MTGives? This guide will lead you through the steps for registering and getting started. We've also outlined some key dates to make note of leading up to the event!
Are You Eligible? To be eligible to participate in MTGives, your organization must be: Based in Montana or have a basis of operations here. IRS recognized nonprofit.
Are You Registered? Complete the registration at MTGives.org by April 7, 2017 Enable donations on your account by adding your ACH transfer information
MTGives Getting Started Guide | 2
Are You Connected? Follow MTGives on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MTGives2017 Follow MTGives on Twitter at https://twitter.com/@MTGives Use the hashtag: #MTGives on social media
Are You Ready? Check out the MTGives Nonprofit Toolkit for tips, templates, and resources. Register for free training sessions or view the recordings online. Utilize the resources and tips emailed by the MTGives team. _______
Questions about MTGives? MTGives is a powerful and growing 24-hour, online and in-person giving event organized by nonprofits across the Big Sky to grow philanthropy in Montana by connecting donors to the nonprofits that make Montana the last best place. For more information, please refer to the FAQ section of the site or contact us at [email protected]. MTGives Getting Started Guide | 3
Key Dates MAR 9
MAR 16
MAR 30
Getting Ready for MTGives Training Session
Storytelling & Marketing Training Session
The Power of P2P Fundraising Training Session
APR 13
MAY 1
APR 27
Top 10 Tips Before MTGives Training Session
Last day to set up ACH Transfers for MTGives
When you can begin to accept donations for MTGives!
MAY 4
MAY 5
TBD
MTGives Day begins at 6pm!
MTGives Day ends at 6pm!
Last day to accept donations for MTGives!
MAY 18
24-48hrs
Post MTGives Engagement Training Session
Funds deposited into your bank account
After a Donation is Made
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