FAQ
Q. What is Giving Day?
Giving Day is a day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Giving Day is an initiative of West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Q. When is Giving Day?
Giving Day is on Apr 9, 2026 from midnight to 11:59 PM.
Q. What is GiveGab/Bonterra?
GiveGab, which is becoming Bonterra, is a nonprofit giving platform that helps nonprofits to raise money, engage donors and manage volunteers quickly and efficiently. GiveGab/Bonterra offers a full portfolio of simple and easy to use products that allows organizations to function in a more streamlined manner.
Q. Who will receive my contact information?
The organization(s) you choose to support will have access to your name and email address. This information is used solely to send thank you messages, provide the option to receive future notifications, and to notify you of future activities.
Q. Do I need to create an account to make a donation?
No. You do not need to create an account to make a donation. The benefits of creating an account include having your tax receipts collected in one location, being able to track your donations, follow the charities you support, and engage in future volunteering and donations. Your tax receipt is emailed immediately upon processing your donation. To claim a donation as a deduction on U.S. taxes, you should retain the donation receipt as an official record.
Q. Can I make donations via a mobile device?
Yes! Simply visit givingday.org on your mobile device.
Q. Can I pre-schedule a donation for Giving Day?
You cannot pre-schedule your Giving Day gift, but you may make a donation to a participating nonprofit before or after the Giving Day. In order for your donation to be counted towards prize incentives awarded on Giving Day it must be made between midnight at 11:59 p.m. on Apr 9, 2026.
Q. What if my preferred organization is not listed?
Please send an email to info@givegab.com to request that we contact your organization of choice.