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FAQ: Why I Give Catholic Selfie Raffle

$1,500 Prize Sponsored by Window World of Memphis

Who can participate? 

Organizations: Parishes, schools, and ministries.

Individuals: Parishioners, parents, alumni, and supporters.

How does my organization earn points?

Email branded I give Catholic because…. pictures or videos to Allison.thron@cc.cdom.org by November 15 

Leadership Selfies/Videos (Pastor, Principal, Deacon, Council Chair, Ministry Leaders).

Group Shots (classrooms, ministries, congregations).

Official Social Media Posts from your parish/school/ministry page.

Important: If minors are shown, your organization must obtain and keep parental permission.

How do individuals earn points for their parish/school/ministry?

Post a selfie or 30-second video on Facebook and Instagram about “Why I Give Catholic.”

Mention the parish/school/ministry you are supporting.

Posts must be unique, public, and include:

• #iGiveCatholic
• https://www.igivecatholic.org/community/memphis
• #iGiveMemphisCatholic

Individuals may also email a branded photo or video to Allison (allison.thron@cc.cdom.org) before Advanced Giving for 1 point (with the understanding it may appear on diocesan social media).

How are minors protected?

Organizations must have written parental permission for any classroom/group shots.

The Diocese will not post selfies of minors unless proper parental or organizational permission is verified.

Parents submitting directly must give their own approval for their children’s images.

What makes a post count?

• Must be unique (no duplicates across platforms).

• Must be public.

• Must include both hashtags and the link.

• Must reflect the values and beliefs of the Diocese of Memphis.

Posts missing hashtags/link or contrary to Catholic teaching will not count.

How is the winner chosen?

• Each eligible submission = 1 point.

• The parish, school, or ministry with the most points after Giving Tuesday wins the $1,500 prize!

Be creative. Show your spirit. Share why YOU give Catholic!