Monthly Archives: December 2015
2015: A Year of Change
We’re proud to support the efforts of so many organizations trying to change our world for the better. Here are some highlights from 2015…thank you for all you do!
3 Easy Steps to More Monthly Donors
Hop across the pond and you’ll find monthly giving programs are the norm. Several charities in the U.K. – like Oxfam – have several hundred thousand monthly givers. Put another way, 37% of ALL donors in the U.K. are monthly … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: TechTown
Jennifer Clements says: TechTown is a unique, hands-on learning center that launched in my hometown of Chattanooga, TN earlier this year, where nearly 60% of students in the school district qualify for free or reduced lunches and the school district … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty
Meg Roberts says: There are so many important considerations when trying to determine the best use of a charitable donation. Do I want to give locally, nationally or internationally? Do I want to support a “cure” or meet an immediate … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: DC Greens
Alanah Rosenbloom says: DC Greens is a growing organization grounded in food education, food access, and food policy in DC.This past year they were incredibly successful in mobilizing volunteers to distribute $400,000 in fruits and vegetables through the Produce Plus … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: College Possible
Lisa Swayze says: I have a high school senior (shameless mom plug, his photo included with this blog!) who is in the throes of the college application process right now. After more than a year of effort, including test prep … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: DC Diaper Bank
Julie Price says: With a baby at home, diapers take up far too much of my brain space these days. Making sure we have enough in the diaper bag when we leave the house… wondering whether it’s time to switch … more
Our Impact on #GivingTuesday: USA for UNHCR
For the past few years Impact has made a commitment to donating $50 to an organization of choice for each employee in honor of #GivingTuesday. Stay tuned throughout the day to learn where each of us has chosen to give, … more