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I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Brianna from IT Brew about one of the most impactful projects our IT and Security teams at GoFundMe have implemented: transitioning our employees to phishing-resistant MFA using YubiKeys. I'm incredibly proud of this effort, as it significantly enhances our security posture and helps safeguard our platform and users. https://lnkd.in/g3iSCk2g

This year, I had the opportunity to plan and lead GoFundMe’s first-ever on-the-ground presence at SXSW—from curating conversations to designing meaningful spaces for connection. The goal was simple: show up with intention, foster real relationships, and highlight the incredible work being done in the world of giving. ?? Key Moments from the Weekend A powerful panel discussion explored how women are reshaping philanthropy, featuring Margaret L. Richardson, Angelique Albert, and Sarah Haacke Byrd. With the largest generational wealth transfer in history underway, the conversation centered on how women are giving differently—and the impact that will have for generations to come. On Friday night, we brought together 20 women leading nonprofits, philanthropy, and community impact work, this dinner created space for deeper conversations and new collaborations. Hosted at a female-owned restaurant and supported by all-female vendors, every detail was designed to celebrate the power of generosity and leadership. To close out the weekend, we hosted a happy hour where attendees could engage with GoFundMe in a hands-on way. The response was incredible! 300+ attendees, tons of new GoFundMe Profiles created, the busiest night the bar has ever had, and $3,000 donated to local Texas nonprofits. Biggest Takeaway? The Power of Showing Up. ? People crave connection – Thoughtfully designed spaces lead to stronger relationships and deeper impact. ?? Innovation drives engagement – When people experience what’s possible, they’re excited to get involved. ?? Being in the room matters – Face-to-face interactions build trust and long-term partnerships. SXSW reinforced that GoFundMe isn’t just an online platform—it’s a brand that fosters generosity and community in real life. Excited for what’s next and grateful for everyone who made this possible.

? Don’t just give back. Give forward. ? With GoFundMe Nonprofit Pages, you can rally your community around the causes that matter most to you—all in one place. Whether you're a dedicated supporter or a nonprofit leader, these pages make it easier than ever to showcase fundraisers, inspire donations, and amplify impact. GoFundMe Nonprofit Pages invites you to: ??? Add your favorite causes ?? Customize your page with ease ?? Connect your social media ?? Share your page and inspire action Ready to make a difference? Great. One more question... Have you claimed your page yet? ?? https://bit.ly/3DuWf2m

First SXSW experience … And I’ll definitely do it again! On Friday, Margaret led a conversation with Angelique Albert, LLD and Sarah Haacke Byrd about how women are changing the game of philanthropy. We have gone from traditional to transformational, and the change has really been led by women — as donors and organizational leaders. That panel was followed by the most beautiful and delicious dinner at a women-owned restaurant - perfectly organized by Lili Strasser. We had a room of powerhouse women, all of whom are breaking barriers, challenging norms, and leading by example and with love. Can we do that every Friday night?! I’m so serious. GoFundMe’s Innovating for Good event was on Saturday afternoon. The green aesthetic of the brewery was the perfect match for our brand and creative. Dave Carlson, you would have been proud! Huge shout out to Sydney Ashworth for the bts help and womanning our mission activity, which supported three local non profits; and to Morgan OConnor and Devin Bellamy for the activation support, content capture … and jumping into the conversations Margaret and I pulled you into all weekend. And thank you again Lili for thinking about every detail. The most amazing team, fitting for International Women’s Day too. ???? In these 48 hours, I also… Ran into friends. Made new ones. Ate bbq. And signed up to be a monthly donor to the International Rescue Committee after a volunteer named Jess stopped me on the street. *I missed my flight on the way home which I was very cranky about. But I’m fully caught up on LIB Minneapolis now and have lots of thoughts. #InnovatingForGood #WomenInPhilanthropy #SXSW

We can't wait for Austin ?? If you'll be at SXSW this weekend, here's where you can find us: ?? Our own Margaret L. Richardson will discuss how women are innovating modern giving, and shaping the future as they do it, in a panel on Friday, March 7. ?? "Innovating For Good," a happy hour presented by GoFundMe, is happening Saturday, March 8, at Central District Brewing. Our guests will all have the opportunity to support local nonprofits. We'll drop the links with more info about both events in the comments. See you there!

One of our fundraising superstars is none other than Flavor Flav. During the Olympics last summer, Flavor Flav made the generous decision to sponsor the U.S. women's water polo team. That ended up being the start of an amazing collaboration with GoFundMe to help many more people: ? He and Alexis Ohanian Sr. covered Olympian Veronica Fraley’s expenses ? He extended that generosity to Paralympians ? Over the holidays, he helped raise over $10,000 for The Bowery Mission ? After the LA wildfires, he started the fundraiser to provide relief for Black families impacted That’s not even everything! You can see the full list of fundraisers he has started and supported on his GoFundMe Profile: https://gfme.co/4bv46cN What’s amazing is that you can see that Flavor Flav has inspired over 3,000 people to give to these fundraisers, too. This is exactly what we envisioned when we started working on Profiles. Any other features you’d like to see on this product? We have plenty in the works, but I’d love to hear from folks about what else they’d enjoy as part of the Profiles experience.

Come see us at SXSW! We’re hosting a happy hour this Saturday, March 8, from 3-6 p.m. CT at Central District Brewing. Join us to learn how we’re innovating fundraising with new products like GoFundMe Profiles, which help people not just give back, but also give forward. And we couldn’t show up without a way to give back. We’ll have a special way for our guests to donate to a local Texas cause without ever spending a cent Details:?https://gfme.co/3F3LjsX

Female founders are the backbone of our communities—they create jobs, inspire innovation, and bring dreams to life ?? That’s why my nonprofit, 11:11 Media Impact, is teaming up with GoFundMe and the Pasadena Women's Business Center to support women-owned small businesses devastated by the LA Fires. This initiative will provide critical relief and long-term recovery support to businesses facing immense financial and operational challenges. We’re committing $300,000 in grants to help these businesses rebuild, including $25K grants for 11 women-owned businesses and additional funding for expert guidance to over 100 more. Female business owners who have been impacted by the fires are invited to apply now. The deadline is Friday, March 21st—let’s make sure every deserving founder gets this opportunity. Tag a business owner, share this post, and help spread the word! ??? #WomenSupportingWomen #SmallBusinessGrants #1111MediaImpact

Yesterday was a powerful reminder that community matters more than ever. Some of our GoFundMe team, including Lili Strasser and Leigh Lehman, had the honor of attending the Lumen Awards, presented by The Impact Lounge. It was an inspiring event, celebrating individuals, organizations, and films making a significant impact, many of whom have been key players in the LA wildfire relief efforts. A huge thank you to The Impact Lounge for partnering with us on fundraising. A portion of ticket sales went to the?GoFundMe.org?Wildfire Relief Fund, which continues to provide grants to those recovering from the devastating fires. It was especially meaningful to invite members of our GoFundMe and Classy families to join us, including: ?? Kim Burbank from Pasadena Humane ?? Pete Corona, one of the creators of the Latino Wildfire Aid Fund and the Displaced Latine Families Directory ?? Marco Covarrubias and Erica Liepmann of Inclusive Action for the City, who launched the Open Air Workers Emergency Fund ?? Glen L. Friedman and Wade Trimmer of The Change Reaction, a?GoFundMe.org?grantee and partner Thank you to everyone who continues to drive meaningful change ??