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The Virtual Food Drive: Turning a Website Visitor Into a Donor

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Perhaps you try to help by donating online or purchasing a few extra things at the grocery store to donate for the local food drive. But times have changed when it comes to collecting donations for those who are food insecure. An excellent example of that is the virtual food drive held by the Food Bank Council of Michigan.

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DipJar’s Giving Trend Reports: Q2 2022

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The top categories for Q2 2022 included socially-focused organizations, which received more than $200K in donations; faith-based groups, which received more than $160K; and food-related charities, which received approximately $120K. A few recent examples include the Utah Pride Center , the Humane Society of SW Michigan , and Make-a-Wish Iowa.

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Top benefits for association leaders to connect with their volunteer members

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According to the Michigan 4-H Recognition Handbook , when volunteers are acknowledged, it gives them a chance for reflection, self-assessment, and a boost in self-esteem and motivation. Volunteers donate their time, freeing your staff to take care of more crucial tasks. Volunteers donate.

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October Cause Awareness: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Volunteer or donate Shelters and hotlines are always in search of volunteers, and National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a perfect time to lend your support. Donate to support their work here. Donate to support their work here. Donate to support their work here.

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University of Michigan – Setting a Higher Standard for Giving Days

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On Giving Tuesday 2015 , The Office of University Development at University of Michigan set an example for how this kind of thoughtful planning and preparation can dramatically increase results: 1000 donors completed gifts online within the first 49 minutes. $1 Total donations on the day totaled $4,361,327, an increase of 34% over 2014.

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Funding And Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Youth Programs

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Areas served: Mexico, Haiti, US (priority: Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, New Orleans). Good Sports creates opportunities in sports and physical activity for kids through donations of brand new sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. Areas served: Detroit/Michigan. They accept applications at any time. National Park Trust.

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The “All In” Woman Philanthropist

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Beyond financial donations, what type of engagement opportunities does your organization offer donors? Michigan Avenue. Women are drawn to an expanded definition of philanthropy, tapping into all their resources—not just money but also their time, expertise, advocacy, and networks—to support the causes they care about.