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Time To Celebrate: Nov. 15th Is National Philanthropy Day

Bloomerang

15 th , 2023, is a day set aside to recognize and celebrate the contributions of philanthropy to individuals, communities, and the world. While it is celebrated in the United States, it’s also observed in various ways in many other countries. Bloomerang has celebrated fundraisers on our blog.

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Celebrating Black history and Black futures

Candid

While recently recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, Black people have long celebrated the historical importance of Juneteenth. Juneteenth has been an important and celebrated holiday for Black people in this country for many years," says Taylor Batten, who is also a graduate of both Fisk University and Howard University. “To

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5 Ways You Can Celebrate National Nonprofit Day

Qgiv

Here at Qgiv we celebrate nonprofits seven days a week. Of course, it’s nice to have a national holiday so we can celebrate a little louder than usual. This work transforms our communities and impacts millions of people within North America and abroad. Send a message of thanks. Conclusion.

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Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America spread #GoSilent across the web for Memorial Day

Amy Sample Ward

Just before noon, I decided to go online and see what those in my networks were sharing from their own celebrations or reflections, and immediately found the #GoSilent campaign from Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA). It pulled me in, and then everywhere I looked online I saw it was pulling in others! A simple commitment.

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January Cause Awareness: National Mentoring Month

Qgiv

That’s why we take time every January to celebrate National Mentoring Month! If you’re wondering how you can celebrate the mentors in your life or even become a mentor yourself, here’s a little bit about National Mentoring Month. How to Celebrate National Mentoring Month. About National Mentoring Month.

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Be a Mentor, Thank a Mentor During National Mentoring Month

Saleforce Nonprofit

By: Deborah Barge, Chief Development Officer, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Each January, National Mentoring Month celebrates the people who guide our paths, support our journeys, inspire our next steps: mentors. This month, Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates National Mentoring Month and needs your help.

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November Cause Awareness: National Native American Heritage Month

Qgiv

Read on to learn about the origins of National Native American Heritage Month, how you can celebrate, and what nonprofits you can support this November. As part of his goal to create a heritage day for the “First Americans,” he persuaded the Boy Scouts of America to set aside a day for acknowledgment for three years.