December 12, 2024



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Giving Tuesday 2024 Breaks Records

by Amanda L. Cole

The GivingTuesday Data Commons estimated that donors contributed $3.6 billion to nonprofits across the United States — a 16% leap over 2023’s $3.1 billion tally. In addition to dollars, 7% more people gave year-over-year, totaling a record 36.1 million participants.

“This year’s record-breaking donations and participation demonstrate the incredible power of collective action,” Asha Curran, GivingTuesday’s CEO, said in a statement. “When millions unite with a shared purpose, we don’t just give what we can — we create real, tangible change. Each donation, each act of generosity is a building block for community solutions that actually make a difference.”

Since its 2012 debut, the giving day has amassed $18.5 billion in giving. Of the 36.1 million participants, 18.5 million gave monetary contributions, 16.6 million advocated, 12.9 million gave goods and 9.2 million volunteered. While all sources increased year over year, donating goods saw the biggest gain of 32%.

“Generosity isn’t just about money — it’s about connection and community,” Curran said. “In a world that can feel increasingly divided, we’re seeing people unite through simple acts of kindness that have profound ripple effects.”

GivingTuesday Data Commons includes technology providers that process online giving, donor-advised funds and more, as well as serve as nonprofit’s donor databases to track both online and offline donations.

Benevity, a Canadian corporate social responsibility solution provider that is a partner of the GivingTuesday Data Commons, cited $140 million donated on its platform, as well as a 17% jump in volunteer hours among its 637 participating companies, supporting 56,000 nonprofits from 122 countries and territories.

“This year’s remarkable GivingTuesday results are a testament to the corporate community’s unwavering commitment to doing good, even giving both of their wallets and time, with a notable growth in volunteering time committed to nonprofits,” Christopher Maloof, CEO of Benevity, said in a statement. “GivingTuesday continues to inspire ongoing action, showing the powerful impact of aligning corporate influence with employee-driven purpose and passion.”

Bloomerang, also a partner of the GivingTuesday Data Commons, saw similar upward trends. For the giving platform, 9,513 nonprofits raised more than $56 million on GivingTuesday — a 32% year-over-year spike for the company. Significantly, the technology vendor found donations made via digital wallets more than doubled year over year.

Though the average donation at Bloomerang was $349 — a 10% increase over last year — the platform saw significant pledges north of $500,000, too. In addition, the platform experienced a 25% increase in the initiation of recurring donations.

“This incredible success demonstrates the undeniable power of technology to drive fundraising outcomes, even amidst economic uncertainty,” Dennis Fois, CEO at Bloomerang, said in a statement. “Our platform delivered for clients when it mattered most, kicking off a promising start to the giving season.”



PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio (PBPO) is pleased to share that Edward L. Stubbers, Chief Legal Officer & EVP Assurance/Oversight at CareSource, has been elected to its Board of Directors. 

VIA Institute on Character is celebrating 25 years of advancing the science and application of character strengths, which has grown into a global movement reaching 35 million individuals worldwide. With the support of a $200,000 Millstone Fund grant, VIA is continuing its Strong Workplace Solutions initiative, empowering Cincinnati nonprofits to build strengths-based workplace cultures that enhance mental health and education.

ArtWorks has been recognized as a Gold Leader in Workplace Equity by Ellequate, the nation’s leading certification and platform for workplace equity. This prestigious recognition highlights ArtWorks’ commitment to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, empowered, and able to thrive.

For the second consecutive year, Cincinnati Country Day School has been recognized by the Midwest Soccer Officials Association (MWSOA) for creating a positive and welcoming environment for soccer officials. The Code of Ethics for coaches in the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Soccer Rulebook emphasizes the importance of respecting and supporting contest officials. This directive extends beyond coaches to the entire institution.

PARACHUTE: Butler County CASA is proud to announce that 11 new Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) were sworn in on October 29, 2024, marking the largest class of volunteers since 2018. These dedicated individuals are joining the fight to ensure that children in foster care have a voice and an advocate by their side.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is grateful to J. Frederick and Helen B. Vogel Trust for a $4,000 grant to help clients of all ages with adaptive services and equipment to adapt to vision loss.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is grateful to George and Mary Jo Budig Family Foundation for a $3,000 grant to provide adaptive services and equipment for people who are blind or visually impaired with financial need.

OneCity for Recovery, Inc. is grateful to receive a $1,000 mini-grant from the Ohio Deflection Association to support our HopeLine Program and community engagement initiatives. The funding will enable our HopeLine team to strengthen their presence at community events, where we aim to provide destigmatizing education about substance use disorders and connect individuals to treatment and recovery resources.

Talbert House’s annual Make Camp Possible event raised over $160,000 to support Camp Possible, a therapeutic summer program for children coping with mental health challenges. Thanks to the generosity of donors, more than 80 children will have the opportunity to attend Camp Possible next summer.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati is grateful for the continued support from the Dater Foundation.  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati received a generous grant of $35,000 earlier this year in support of our Site-Based Mentoring programs.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati is thrilled to announce our continued expansion of the Beyond School Walls program, thanks to the generous support of the H.B., E.W. & F.R. Luther Charitable Foundation, Fifth Third Bank, N.A., Trustee. Their financial assistance is instrumental in helping us connect youth with meaningful mentorship opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.

The Cincinnati Art Museum (CAM) has been awarded federal funding from The Kennedy Center Office of Access & VSA to further expand arts programming to students with disabilities. CAM will partner with Linden Grove School to offer individualized resources to over 100 students who will visit the museum throughout the 2024–2025 school year. 

Easterseals Redwood has received a $50,000 Community Possible grant from the U.S. Bank Foundation. The grant will be used to support the essential training wages, tools and workwear of participants at Building Value, a social enterprise accelerating careers in construction for people facing economic and employment challenges. 

Easterseals Redwood has received a grant from Greater Cincinnati Foundation and their donors to help make more assistive technology items available for Greater Cincinnati residents with disabilities. “Assistive technology” is any item, equipment, software, or system used to maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities.

Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is thrilled to announce the receipt of a generous gift of $34,500 from Nehemiah Manufacturing, which stems from the proceeds of Nehemiah Manufacturing’s 10th Annual Make a Difference Golf Classic. The funds will primarily go towards Santa Maria’s Youth Development and Empowerment, which focuses on group lessons for Lower Price Hill Youth to build social and emotional skills. Additionally, the funds will support Santa Maria’s other capacity building initiatives.



The bi3 Fund, HealthPath Foundation of Ohio, and Interact for Health are seeking applications for its third cohort for the Data for Equity Funding Collaborative. The Collaborative will award 18-month grants of up to $40,000 to as many as 10 nonprofit and governmental organizations to strengthen their organizational capacity around equitable data and evaluation – ultimately, helping to ensure that everyone has a full, fair, and just opportunity for good health. Proposals are due at 5 p.m. EDT on Friday, February 7. To see the complete details of the request for proposals, register for the webinar, or apply, visit here.     

Ingage Partners and Pay It Forward Cincinnati are excited to announce that the 2025 Social Impact Fund is now accepting applications. The 2025 Social Impact Fund is awarding a $15,500 grant and up to 100 pro bono hours from Ingage Partners. This opportunity is open to local 501(c)3 nonprofit organiza-tions that are implementing solutions to address the root causes of some of our region's greatest challenges in one of these focus areas: children's health & wellness and financial security. Apply by January 8, 2025, for consideration.



As part of his commitment to ensuring all Ohio children have the opportunity to build strong foundations for success, Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) Director Kara B. Wente today announced the availability of $5 million in grant funding to support training for teachers at early care and education programs on how to harness the Science of Reading to enrich their young students’ literacy skills from an early age. To learn more about DCY and its priorities, visit here. 

Main Street Ventures, an entrepreneur support organization providing equity-free funding to startups across the Tri-State region, is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Launch It: Cincy summer program for undergraduate students. In its fourth year, the program provides undergraduate entrepreneurs the opportunity to spend the summer living and working in Cincinnati, connections with other student founders, access to office space, mentoring, finance support, and other resources to help build and grow their ideas.

Could you use marketing help? If so, apply to participate in AMA Agency - a community outreach program that matches nonprofits and startups with experienced marketing professionals for 6-month marketing projects. The mission of the program is to help grow our local economy and build community resilience. Find more information and apply here. 

Aviatra Accelerators announces the launch of its Capital-Ready Women (CRW) program, the only fundability assessment and guided program in the U.S. that is not government-affiliated or associated with a financial institution. This program is specifically designed to help women in non-tech industries prepare to successfully access capital through loans or investments. Look here for more information about Aviatra's Capital-Ready Women program or to apply.



Join the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) for one of the most important Eggs 'N Issues of the year. Eggs 'N Issues: State of Northern Kentucky, will be held Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:15 a.m. at Receptions Banquet and Conference Center - South. Moderated by Tami Wilson, the NKY Chamber Vice President of Government Relations & Business Advocacy, local leaders from Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties will discuss successes, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration in the NKY Metro region—and how this work will impact local businesses. Register here.

United Way of Greater Cincinnati believes all families in our region deserve economic well-being. Every year more than 400 individuals give their time to volunteer at Free Tax Prep sites to provide tax preparation services to families and individuals striving to reach that objective. Whether you're interested in customer service like greeting or sending appointment reminders or enjoy doing taxes and giving families sound and certified tax advice, there is something for everyone. Learn more here.  

A nonprofit partnership via board member connection With some creative thinking, a nonprofit’s board member was able to forge a nonprofit partnership that advanced two causes that she cared deeply about.

The promise and power of social cooperatives Social cooperatives are a prime example of how cooperative values are rehumanizing social care by restoring the social and interpersonal relations that are its foundation.

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