GlobalGiving UK offers NGOs, non-profits and charities an online fundraising platform, access to learning opportunities to build skills and knowledge, access to support through a growing network of volunteers and corporate partners. See how to benefit from our services by participating in the Gateway Challenge here!

1. UK Charity: 1122823
Do you want to
succeed in
online
fundraising?

2. Who is GlobalGiving UK?
• We are a non-profit that connects donors with
grassroots projects around the world to make a high
impact using our online fundraising platform
• We are a UK registered charity launched in 2008 with a
sister organisation in the US
• Over £35 million has now been raised for 5,000
projects across the GlobalGiving websites, and
GlobalGiving UK has a growing base of over 300,000
annual unique visitors - You can be a part of this!
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3. How do we help with online fundraising?
• We offer more donation options for donors and also
security as all organisations have gone through
rigorous due diligence reviews
• We provide proven, practical training and access to
funding, resources and volunteers for organisations
• We also claim GiftAid for donations by UK taxpayers
and provide regular updates on project progress so
donors know how their money was used
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4. What is the Gateway Challenge?
• A practical fundraising campaign
• For charities, NGOs, social enterprises and
not-for-profit organisations
• Helps them successfully raise funds online for
projects and build individual donor base
• The way to join the GlobalGiving family!
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5. Part One: Fantastic Training & Support
• 7 part online training programme
– Introduction to Online Fundraising
– Creating a Great Project Page
– Mapping Your Networks
– Social Media
– Effective Emailing
– Planning Your Campaign
– Benefits of joining GlobalGiving UK
• Meet fellow participants at our London workshop
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6. Part Two: The Challenge
• Practical fundraising challenge to raise £2000
from 50 unique donors for your work
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7. Benefits of the Gateway Challenge
• Free, proven practical training & support for all
participants
• Fundraising bonus awards of up to £3500 for top
performers
• Practical and effective mobilisation of existing
and new supporters
• Exposure and profile raising through our search
engine optimisation and social media
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8. When is the Gateway Challenge?
• Gateway Challenges are held twice a year
• Our next Gateway Challenge application deadline is 15th
September 2014, don’t miss that
• Training will be held throughout October
• Fundraising campaign from 17th November to 22nd
December
• For latest updates please see:
http://www.globalgiving.co.uk/what-is-gateway-challenge/
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9. What other charities say about us 
“We were fundraising novices and so
the training enabled us to go from
nothing to executing a successful
campaign.” Salem Union, Kazakhstan
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“So very pleased we took part and look
forward to a strong partnership in the
future. Extremely useful training and
learning. We are further along than we
were.” Rajesh, Our Sansar in Nepal

10. What other charities say about us 
“It was great to put together a project that ran online.
It saves time, it was accessible 24/7, we could see the
progress as the challenge went on, and the training
programme was great. We’ve been able to set up a
project that we would otherwise have not had the
funding to do.” Creating Better Futures, Zimbabwe
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11. Interested? Get started!
• Application is simple
1: Fill in the application form at the link:
http://www.globalgiving.org/dy/v2/uk/pe/application/sta
rt.html
2: Submit your documentation online:
https://www.globalgiving.co.uk/non-profits/join-
globalgiving/application.html
3: Participate in the Gateway Challenge!
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12. Still have questions? FAQs
• Q: Is the Gateway Challenge the only way to
join GlobalGiving UK?
• A: Yes, all organisations new to GlobalGiving
UK must participate in the Gateway Challenge
to earn a permanent place on the website and
and gain access to the resources. It is also a
very valuable fundraising experience as well.
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13. Still have questions? FAQs
• Q: How much do I have to raise?
• A: Organisations participating in the month long
Gateway Challenge are tasked with raising £2000
from 50 unique donors. These thresholds must be
met to gain a permanent place on
GlobalGiving.co.uk and to be eligible for the
bonus funds.
• Q: It sounds tough – I’m not sure we can do it?
• A: Yes you can! We are here to help you succeed
and grow your good work.
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14. Still have questions? FAQs
• Q: How much have previous winners raised?
• A: 84,888 GBP was raised from 2,028 donors
in our May Gateway Challenge 2014. Shivia,
the winning organisation, raised 22,305 GBP
from 387 donors plus our 2,000GBP bonus
prize. We work with you to take you from
where you are to further down your
fundraising journey. Every donation counts!
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15. Still have questions? FAQs
• Q: Will I receive training to assist me in
fundraising?
• A: Absolutely! Learning is key to this
programme and we will conduct weekly
seminars to provide you with help to plan your
fundraising strategy and campaign. These
sessions will take place in the four weeks
leading up to the Gateway Challenge and are
accessible to all participants.
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16. Give us a call or email
• We would love to get in touch with you
– Our phone number is 02034418782
– You can also email us at
zmihaljevic@globalgiving.co.uk
– Please visit our website at:
http://www.globalgiving.co.uk/
– Find more information on the Gateway Challenge
at: http://www.globalgiving.co.uk/what-is-
gateway-challenge/
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17. UK Charity: 1122823
THANK YOU!