Tuesday, December 1, 2020
What is #GivingTuesday?
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social
media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving
(in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and
Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many
focus on their holiday and
year-end giving. Since its inaugural year in 2012, #GivingTuesday has become a movement
that celebrates and supports giving and philanthropy with events throughout
the year and a growing catalog of resources.
(Source:
GivingTuesday.org)
What is the Facebook Giving Match?
GivingTuesday is a global day of giving. To help raise awareness of charitable causes and encourage donors’ generosity, Facebook will match $7 million USD in qualifying donations made on Facebook during GivingTuesday. Matches are made on a first-come, first-served basis and will continue until the $7M USD fund has been met (Source: Facebook).
- First: Matching 100% of the first $2M
- For the first $2million, we’ll match 100% of donations made to qualifying fundraisers. For example, if you donate $10, Facebook will also donate $10.
- Second: Matching 10% after
- For the remaining $5M, we'll match 10% of donations made to qualifying fundraisers. For example, if you donate $10, Facebook will donate $1.
Access Facebook Giving Match Link
How will your #GivingTuesday gift impact Village Christian students and teachers?
By clicking the "Donate Now" button, you will assist with COVID-related and online learning expenses; fund new outdoor learning areas; support the CARE Relief Fund; and much more. Together, we can make this the most impactful #GivingTuesday yet!
Did you know there will be a special drawing for students?
With every donation, you have the opportunity to enter a student of your choice into a drawing for an Amazon gift card. There is a designated field in the VCS #GivingTuesday form. If you donate through the Facebook giving match link, simply email the student's name to connect@villagechristian.org. Every donation counts as one entry, so additional donations provide greater opportunities to win. Help us spread the word to increase this year's #GivingTuesday impact on VCS students and teachers!
Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes! Your donation to the Legacy Campaign is tax-deductible, making #GivingTuesday a great time for year-end giving or to begin making consistent contributions via payment plan.
