145 Lower Shore nonprofits participated in Shore Gives More Campaign
Salisbury, MD — A day celebrating philanthropy culminated in a record breaking $1 million raised for Lower Shore nonprofits, more than tripling last year’s total. Over 3,800 donations were made during the 10th annual Shore Gives More Giving Tuesday campaign which included 145 area nonprofits.
Giving Tuesday, held each year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, is an international 24-hour online giving movement. The local campaign, known as The Shore Gives More, is hosted by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore and assists local nonprofits with the fundraising effort. By providing an online donation platform, marketing, and technical support, the campaign makes a significant impact through collective philanthropy.
“We often hear that every dollar can make a difference, but Giving Tuesday really shows the power of what can happen when we all come together,” says Erica Joseph, CFES President. “To see so much generosity creating such a significant impact for our local nonprofits speaks volumes about how wonderful our region is.”
This year’s campaign was bolstered by a pledge from The Community Foundation and the Richard A. Henson Foundation to match up to $250,000 for participating nonprofits.
“By partnering with CFES, we saw an opportunity to inspire nonprofits and donors while honoring Mr. Henson and his legacy in the Community Foundation’s 40-year history,” said Stacey McMichael, Henson Foundation Executive Director. “We could not be more pleased with the outcome and congratulate the entire community on an amazing day that will benefit so many.”
The Shore Gives More was first launched as a Giving Tuesday campaign for the Lower Eastern Shore in 2015 and raised $4,285 in its first year. The campaign has raised a cumulative $2.8 million dollars for the Lower Shore in its 10-year history.
“As the area’s local philanthropic experts, the Community Foundation’s team understands the complexities around charitable giving, and we work hard to simplify the giving process for both donors and nonprofits,” says Joseph. “By giving through the Shore Gives More campaign, donors know their gifts will have an impact close to home.”
The campaign received sponsorships from 47 ABC and Shore United Bank which significantly increased the campaign presence.
To learn more about the “Shore Gives More” Giving Tuesday campaign for local nonprofits visit CFES.org or ShoreGivesMore.org to view individual nonprofit participants.
