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Quick Start Guide

Last updated November 30, 2025

This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you feel confident using Givly from the moment you sign in. No technical background required — just follow these simple steps.

Step 1: Create or Join Your Organization

Once you’re logged in, you’ll be prompted to either:

  • Create a new organization, or
  • Join an existing one if you’ve been invited

This sets the foundation for everything you do inside Givly.

Step 2: Complete Your Profile

Your profile helps personalize your experience.

You can:

  • Add your name and roles
  • Upload a photo (optional)
  • Adjust basic settings

It takes just a few moments and helps your team recognize you.

Step 3: Explore Your Dashboard

Your dashboard is your home base inside Givly. From here, you can access:

  • Your organization
  • Opportunities and talent tools
  • Campaigns and events
  • GivlyAI
  • Settings

Everything is organized to keep things simple and easy to follow.

Step 4: Try Givly Assistant

Givly Assistant can help you write, summarize, plan, and generate ideas.

To try it, open the Givly assistant and ask your first question.

Examples:

  • "Help me write a volunteer opportunity."
  • "Summarize this report."
  • "Draft a message to my donors."

Step 5: Get Familiar with Key Actions

A few helpful things you can do right away:

  • Create your first opportunity
  • Set up a campaign or event
  • Explore impact surveys
  • View your organization’s information

You don’t need to do everything at once, just start where you feel comfortable.

Step 6: Know Where to Get Help

If you ever get stuck or feel unsure, support is always available.

Visit the How to Get Help page for simple guidance.

You’re Ready

This guide gives you the quickest overview of getting started. As you move through the rest of this section, you’ll find more detailed instructions for each step.

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