The Big Give
While no doubt the last few months have been difficult on everyone, our local nonprofits – many of which provide essential services to our community – are feeling the pinch of reluctant donors and a shrinking giving base during this time.
Beginning June 10, we have an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
The Columbus Foundation is again hosting The Big Give – a 25-hour giving event to support nonprofits in the central Ohio community. This year, in addition to nonprofits, the Foundation has established funds to benefit hospitality workers as well as individuals in need. And there are other incentives for giving as outlined by the Columbus Foundation:
The Big Give is our community's rally to lift up and help nonprofits. Through The Big Give, our community joins together to generously support the nonprofits that help make our region an amazing place to live. The needs of nonprofit organizations have never been greater as they work to serve and strengthen our community. During this 25-hour online giving event, your donation to one or more of the eligible nonprofits in The Giving Store will be boosted, thanks to a $1.5 million Bonus Pool, provided by The Columbus Foundation and corporate and community partners, the largest in Big Give history. Further, all credit card fees will be covered by the Foundation, so 100 percent of your donations go to the nonprofit(s) of your choice.
We understand that every individual’s financial situation is unique – and these are incredibly unique times. However, even in times of trial we are often consulted about philanthropic opportunities. This is one event that does a tremendous amount of good for so many organizations and individuals, with an opportunity to target your giving according to what matters most to you.
To paraphrase Randy Alcorn from his book, The Treasure Principle:
We are not prospered in order to raise our standard of living, but to raise our standard of giving. When we are given more than we need, we can give – generously.
If you are able, I hope you will join us in helping lift up our community nonprofits that enrich our lives through this event.
You can find more information on The Big Give at the Columbus Foundation’s website: https://columbusfoundation.org/giving-events/big-give-2020.