Lincoln’s 14th annual giving day is scheduled for Thursday, May 29. Coordinated by the Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF) (GiveToLincoln.com), Give to Lincoln Day is an online event encouraging donations to support the local nonprofits and causes people care about. A record number of more than 490 nonprofits have registered for this year’s event. Every participating nonprofit organization will receive a proportional share of a $650,000 match fund, based upon its percentage of total dollars raised, thanks to LCF and sponsors including Presenting Sponsor, West Gate Bank.
Last year’s event raised a record $8.5 million for 463 local nonprofits. The event has raised $65 million since 2012.
“Last year’s record-breaking results demonstrates what we can accomplish when we come together to give for good,” said Tracy Edgerton, LCF President. “During this time of uncertainty for many local nonprofits, a gift on Give to Lincoln Day represents more than just dollars. It’s a show of support for their important work that adds so much to our quality of life here in Lincoln.”
Starting May 1, donors may search participating nonprofits and give online at GiveToLincoln.com. Donations must be made before 11:59 p.m. on May 29 to count toward the giving day and the match fund. The minimum donation is $10 per charity. Additionally, gifts made online at GiveToLincoln.com from May 1 through May 28 are eligible for a daily drawing to receive a $250 boost from Allo Communications.
On May 29 donation totals can be viewed throughout the day at GiveToLincoln.com.
The Lincoln Community Foundation, established in 1955, strives to continually enrich the Lincoln community by promoting and achieving perpetual philanthropic support. The Foundation has distributed more than $255 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that have improved the lives of thousands of residents.