When Asked Why They Giveback...
Our community has given back generously over the last couple of years – generating over $1.2 million for local nonprofits. We asked them why they give back, these are their responses.
To help.
I give because I believe in the mission of the specific nonprofits to which I give.
Wanted to especially support local organizations this year because of the pandemic.
I care deeply about this community and the organizations that work to make it better for all.
Prefer donating to local organizations that we know rather than national or international ones.
We have a grave mistrust of national NGOs...giving at the local level helps ensure that higher percentages of donations filter down to intended beneficiaries.
Because I can, because they know needs better than I do on my own.
The local nonprofits have identified the needs in specific sectors and have a plan how to meet those needs most effectively.
I want to support the needs of people in my community.
I wanted to help hold up my community of which I am proud to be a part of.
Many people go through temporary or long term situations where they need a hand up.
As a community member who has more than my share of fortune, I want to help others through non profits who are good at focusing resources.
Many people go through temporary or long term situations where they need a hand up.
The work done by these organizations is vital to the type of community that I would like to live in.
Good causes, important to support community I live in.
Believe in supporting local.
What If We Could has created a crowdsourcing platform that helps nonprofits articulate their story, while allowing their supporters to become vested in specific initiatives through donations and volunteering. Crowdsourcing for community needs builds upon the success of traditional crowdfunding to help unite communities to provide much needed services and creative solutions.
The What If We Could Community Giveback Portal unites communities and gives businesses a platform to contribute to and share crowdsourcing activities with their unique audience. This can expand the reach of nonprofits and help them gain additional supporters – both financially and otherwise.
Businesses of all sizes can make a difference for local nonprofit initiatives by taking the pledge to use their social media and marketing channels each month to mobilize their contact base and encourage them to engage through volunteer, in-kind and fundraising initiatives. With businesses leveraging their brands, a larger share of the community will see, become aware of and support the good works of valued local nonprofits.
