I’ve been getting a lot of emails asking where you can share the link to your new GoFundMe campaign. Whether you’re trying to promote it and get more donations or just get your story out there, I think that this list will be helpful.
But! I will say this. Spamming your link around the internet is not the best way to get donations. In fact, I think it’s the least effective way, and you’ll probably be wasting your time doing it.
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However, if you’ve just looking for a short list, I think this post will help!
1. Reddit Charity
The Reddit community has shown kindness to in-need charity asks in the past. Historically, these types of stories appeal to a larger audience, like a homeless man turning in money, or a victim of the horrible Boston bombing victims. Other users have shared the link to their personal fundraiser here also.
2. Reddit GoFundMe
This is a subreddit that is specific to GoFundMe. Subreddits function as a mini-community that’s centered around a particular topic. This particular subreddit has a little over 2,500 subscribers or readers.
3. GoFundMe Instagram
Encourage your Instagram followers to donate to your GoFundMe campaign. Connect your GoFundMe page to your Instagram account then share it on your posts and stories. Use relevant hashtags and tag GoFundMe for bigger exposure. You can get the chance to have your campaign featured in GoFundMe’s thousands of followers.
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4. GoFundMe Twitter
Don’t forget that you can always tweet your story to GoFundMe! You never know whether or not they’ll retweet you, but if they do, it could mean big exposure to over 450k followers. I think that the more you can tie your story to a larger issue, the better the chance that you’d be linked to or featured by GoFundMe. Remember, they’re in the business of getting more people on their website.
5. GoFundMe Sharing Facebook
Looking around, it seems like there are a good number of Facebook groups dedicated to GoFundMe and charity fundraising. Some of these are private. Others are public. Take two seconds and do a search! You might also find some groups in your local community. Just remember to follow the rules of each group that you find.
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6. POST YOUR www.GOFUNDME.com HERE Facebook
Here is another active Facebook group that I found where you can share the link to your fundraising campaign. I’d also encourage you to like other campaigns, leave comments, and add to the community. Don’t just spam your link and then leave.
I’ll link to one final Facebook group that allows you to share your campaign with their 55,600+ members. When sharing your campaign, don’t assume that anyone knows anything about you. You might be a great person, but no one else knows that! Correct spelling and compelling visuals are a must. Try to use the group to create connections. Don’t just solicit the members for donations.
The Real Takeaway
In my experience, the shorter something takes, usually, the less effective it is. Yes, you can go to these groups and blast your link to your personal crowdfunding campaign. I don’t think it’s the best use of your time though.
Set aside a weekend and look through my proven template for launching a great GoFundMe campaign. It will drastically improve your chances of raising money and getting donations.
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Hope it helps! Good luck!
