Fundraiser Toolkit

Buffalo State Gives is designed to make it super simple for you to build support for what you care about. So, let's get everyone in your network ready to give!

Being a fundraiser is as easy as...

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Become a Fundraiser

Show your support by raising funds on the behalf of Buffalo State Gives

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Tell Your Story

Use your Fundraiser Dashboard to customize your personal page with images, text, and video

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Spread the Word

Share your personal page with your network to promote Buffalo State Gives

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Webinar

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Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Webinar

In this webinar on February 27 at 12:15pm ET, we'll cover everything you need to know about our peer-to-peer fundraising feature and how you can support your favorite programs at Buffalo State during Buffalo State Gives!

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Basics to Becoming a fundraiser

How do I become a fundraiser?

If you weren't invited to fundraise for an organization, you can still sign up! Just visit the organization's profile and click the "Fundraise" button.

What link do I share?

You'll want to share the link created for your fundraising page found in your Fundraising Dashboard.

How do I get the word out?

To get the word our about Buffalo State Gives, you'll want to communicate with your contacts through email messages, social media posts, and word of mouth. Check out the communication guide below for ideas of what to post and when!

What am I responsible for?

Getting the word out, helping known goals be reached, and having FUN!

You can have a major impact on the success of Buffalo State Gives as a fundraiser if you work hard to spread the word. You'll make the most impact by being creative and having as much fun as possible with sharing your fundraiser with everyone you know!


Helpful Resources

Support Articles


Thank you for being part of our team by becoming a fundraiser! You are a part of a group that will be key to ensuring Buffalo State Gives is a success.

Use the resources below to help demonstrate your Buffalo State University pride and spread the word about Buffalo State Gives. Every #buffalostategives post and email you share leading up to and on Buffalo State Gives will contribute to the success of the day.

Also, make sure to follow Buffalo State University on Facebook (@buffalostatealumni), Twitter (@buffstatealumni) and Instagram (@buffalostatealumni). Most importantly – HAVE FUN!


Communication Guide

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