#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year’s #GivingTuesday is today, December 3, 2019, and kicks off the giving season by inspiring people to collaborate and give back.
On #GivingTuesday (TODAY ONLY) individuals and businesses have the opportunity to donate to one or multiple Foundation held Charitable Organization Endowment Funds – essentially doubling the gift with a match from The Foundation. A Charitable Organization Endowment Fund is established by a charitable organization to provide support for the agency’s exempt purposes. The original gifted amount (principal) is permanently preserved. Income generated from gifts will benefit the named charitable organizations forever.
To give to The Van Wert County Foundation #GivingTuesday initiative, you can donate online via GoFund Me by going to https://www.gofundme.com/f/friends-of-4h-fund-vwcf-givingtuesday-2019?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet
You can deliver a check or cash donation to The Van Wert County Foundation office located at 138 E. Main St., Van Wert, OH 45891 today only from 8 am – 5 pm and enjoy coffee, hot cocoa, and donuts. (Post adapted from email from the Van Wert County Foundation.