3 Ways to Find Money to Support Your Community Cause or Service Project
Looking to make a difference in your community but falling short on funds? Even the littlest amount of money can make a difference towards purchasing much-needed supplies, food, and gas for your initiative. There are GOOD companies out there who want to support your ideas - you just need to know where to find them. Check out these 3 below:
1. DreamBuilders Contest: Now through Feb. 7th, 2016, CreatetheGood.org is collecting video entries for the DreamBuilders contest where the grand prize winner will get $2,500 to support their favorite nonprofit's service project or event. It's super simple to enter, even a short video from your smartphone will do! Click here to register and submit your entry today >>
2. Thrivent Financial Action Teams: Thrivent Financial, a leading financial services organization "connecting faith and finances for good," supports community volunteer teams led by Thrivent members. With seed money and promotional supplies provided by Thrivent Financial, these Action Teams are an incredible way for Thrivent members to make an impact where they live, work and worship. Learn more.
3. GrantWatch.com: Keep an eye on GrantWatch for news about grants and government dollars allocated for community service. Filter your alerts by region, category of nonprofit or service initiative, and source of grants (federal, foundation, state, etc). Learn more here
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