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Greetings!
As you are aware we are celebrating 15 years of community philanthropy this year. As a Fund Holder, Volunteer and Friend of the Foundation we are excited to share this special announcement with you.
On April 15th we are holding a 15 hr Giving Challenge. Asking you, our Friends and Supporters to make a special gift to your fund, or any fund, on this day in celebration of our Foundation's milestone.
We believe our community is worth supporting and we know you do too!
This is a great opportunity to grow our funds and support our work of building tomorrow today. The impact of your gift on this special day will be felt forever. Your collective efforts will help ensure the long term success and sustainability of our community.
There are many ways you can make a difference on April 15th:
- Make a donation in person, by phone or online to any fund.
- Hold a fundraiser in support of any fund. A BBQ, jeans day, auction, the possibilities are endless. Get creative and most importantly have fun!
- Go viral. Circulate this challenge to your family, friends or co-workers and ask them to support your fund, or any fund, on April 15th. Using a variety of social media channels increases your efforts (Facebook, Twitter, email, blog, etc.) Include this giving challenge in your company newsletter, your email signature or post in your staff room. Circulate and get the word out.
- Recognize a special someone in your life with a gift to your fund in their memory or honour
So, do you accept the challenge?
Did you know last year Minnesota held a state wide giving day and raised $14 Million in 24 hours! Winnipeg Foundation, Canada's oldest Community Foundation, is also hosting a 90 hr Giving Challenge with the goal of raising $1 Million! Let's show them how generous our community is!
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Tracey Vavrek, Executive Director
