Changemaker Summer

is here!

We’re spotlighting the creativity, hustle, and heart changemakers like you bring to Givebutter. Explore fresh ideas, inspiring campaigns, and top resources to fuel your summer goals.

Stream our summer anthem

What is a changemaker?

Quiz: Find your  changemaker style!

Learn from standout summer campaigns

From bright ideas to bold moves, get inspired by real nonprofits making waves this summer.

One thing that has helped us is the power of personal outreach! Instead of relying on mass emails or social media posts, we really capitalize on the effectiveness of reaching out to each potential donor and individualizing our outreach.

– Ashley Dwyer,
ConnectiKids

Raised $11K

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Leveraging peer-to-peer has been a great way to engage everyone across the globe to be a part of something special, powerful, important, and meaningful.

– Krista Powers,
Giving Voice Foundation

Raised $142K

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Raised $10K

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By creating a donation form for our vendor registration and adding custom fields, we were able to get all the information we needed while giving them a smooth and easy process to check out. We ended up having a fabulous vendor turnout!

– Stephanie Barnhill,
Pride Alliance of Livingston

24 vendors

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The stories we share with the community are inspiring and heartwarming—tales of the dogs we’re able to help and rescue. Our goal is to get the story out to the community so that they will want to share it with their network and support our campaign.

– Heidi Mortensen,
Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue

50+ auction items

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Share your creative campaign

Join 60K orgs changing the world with Givebutter

Givebutter is where changemakers raise more, grow their communities, and bring bold ideas to life. This summer, use our all-in-one, free fundraising platform to power your next big campaign.

Tune into top summer sessions

Join us for interactive events designed to help you fundraise smarter. From platform workshops to expert-led discussions, you’ll leave with practical tips and fresh inspiration.

Jul

Changemakers in Connection: Listening, learning, and leading with impact

July 15, 2025

1 PM ET

Learn how listening to donors can build loyalty and boost impact—this summer and beyond.

Jul

Campaign reviews

July 22, 2025

3:00 PM ET

Get live, expert feedback on your Givebutter campaign—whether you're just getting started or looking to level up.

Aug

Campaign reviews

August 5, 2025

3:00 PM ET

Get live, expert feedback on your Givebutter campaign—whether you're just getting started or looking to level up.

Find fresh fundraising ideas

We’ve rounded up our top fundraising ideas for the season—curated collections designed to help you make the most of the sunshine, spark creativity, and hit your summer goals.

Summer →

From beach bingo to concerts in the park, these bright ideas will help you turn sunny days into giving days.

Fun run →

Flexible, inclusive, and designed for all levels of athleticism, fun runs and walks are the perfect way to rally your community and cross that fundraising finish line.

Camp →

Raise money and make lasting memories with these top camp fundraiser ideas, from bonfire nights to outdoor adventure challenges.

Food →

From food truck festivals and potluck dinners to bake sales that are perfect for school fundraisers, these creative food fundraising ideas will inspire every inner chef.