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Big Day of Giving 2026 — How You Can Help
Big Day of Giving 2026 — How You Can Help
What Is Big Day of Giving?
What Is Big Day of Giving?
Big Day of Giving (BDOG) is Sacramento's annual community-wide day of philanthropy, where thousands of donors come together to support local nonprofits in a single 24-hour push. Every dollar given goes directly to the participating organizations — and the energy of the day can amplify our impact far beyond what we'd raise on our own.
Why It Matters for Capitol Pops
Why It Matters for Capitol Pops
As a nonprofit concert band, we rely on community support to keep live music accessible to everyone. Funds raised through Big Day of Giving help us cover the real costs of what we do — music, venue fees, equipment, and more — so we can continue performing free or low-cost concerts for our community.
This is one of our most important fundraising opportunities of the year, and it only works when our whole community shows up together.
Key Dates
Key Dates
April 23, 2026
Early Giving opens — donations accepted starting today!
May 7, 2026
Big Day of Giving — the official 24-hour giving day
You don't have to wait until May 7. Every early gift counts just as much!
How You Can Help
How You Can Help
You don't need to give a lot — you just need to spread the word. Here's how:
1. Download Big Day of Giving logos
1. Download Big Day of Giving logos
Download any of the official Big Day of Giving logo below. We've made it easy to use on any platform.
2. Share on Social Media
2. Share on Social Media
Post the logo along with a personal message about what [Band Name] means to you. A heartfelt note from a real member is far more powerful than any advertisement. Some ideas:
Share why you joined the band
Name a favorite concert memory
Tell your friends and family exactly what their donation supports
Tag us at @Capitol Pops Concert Band and use the hashtag #BDOG2026 so your posts are part of the bigger conversation.
3. Ask Directly
3. Ask Directly
The most effective fundraising is personal. Send a text, email, or Facebook message to a few friends or family members asking them to donate to Capitol Pops on May 7, or during Early Giving starting April 23. You don't need a big audience; you just need to ask.
4. Give Yourself
4. Give Yourself
Even a small gift shows your personal commitment and encourages others to follow. Every donation, at any amount, makes a difference.
Where to Donate
Where to Donate
Donations can be made at https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/organization/CPCB beginning April 23. Share this link wherever you can!
Basic Talking Points
Basic Talking Points
Looking for an effective way to tell your loved ones about Big Day of Giving? Here are some helpful talking points you can keep in your back pocket while you’re out in the community!
What (and when) is Big Day of Giving?
Big Day of Giving is Thursday, May 7, from midnight to midnight, at www.bigdayofgiving.org!
Big Day of Giving is the region’s annual 24-hour giving day hosted by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation.
This is an opportunity for our region to come together and support the organizations that make our community strong.
This is an opportunity for people to get engaged! Giving is action.
This year, hundreds of nonprofits are participating in the capital region.
Since its inception, BDOG has raised over $117 million for nonprofits throughout the region. From the beginning, this effort has been about bringing our community together for something good:
Discover the organizations that do good work in the capital region at www.bigdayofgiving.org
Give online on May 7, or take part in early giving starting April 23.
The minimum gift is $10. Even small donations make a big difference!
What’s new or important about Big Day of Giving this year?
These past few years, we have seen the awe-inspiring power of nonprofits to serve local communities, create solutions, and nurture hope. Even in the most challenging times, they have been there for all of us — filling gaps in health and social services, climate action, education, and more.
This year, we’re encouraging folks to “give +1”!
Donate to the causes you regularly support, and add one new cause to give to, whether that be from the same mission category or something completely new to you.
Additionally, you can encourage your network to give, too!
What should people know about giving?
Philanthropy is for everyone: Most donations are $50 or less, and with donations as low as $10, anyone can make a difference!
Fundraising Pages: Donors can create fundraising pages to help their favorite organizations by clicking the “Fundraise” button on the organization’s profile.
Spread the Love: When donors make a gift in honor of a loved one, the website can email that person a message alerting them of the generous gesture!
Prizes: Every donation has the chance to be boosted by up to $100,000 in prizes.
Volunteer Pledges: When donors make gifts, they can also pledge volunteer hours to their favorite organizations.
Search Filters: All participating nonprofits are searchable on the Big Day of Giving website, and you can find new nonprofits to love using the advanced search filters: filter by mission category, budget size, need, communities served, BIPOC leadership, and more!
Email Template
Email Template
Email Template: Day Of
Hi [Friends/Colleagues/Name],
Our region’s annual giving day, Big Day of Giving, is TODAY and I am writing to ask you to take five minutes and give to Capitol Pops, and other causes that are close to your heart.
Your donation can help help pay for equipment, rehearsal space, and to bring live music performances to the community.
Capitol Pops' goal today is to raise $6,000.
You can make a difference today by making a gift (starting as small as $10!) to Capitol Pops at https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/organization/CPCB.
Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping make a difference in our community!
Thank you,
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