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Charitable Giving Statistics - What Does the Data Show?

 

Did You Know?

 
30% of annual giving occurs in December and 10% of annual giving occurs on the last 3 days of the year! (Hello Giving Tuesday! Great way to kick off end of year giving!!) 

 

The average monthly online donation is $52 ($624 per year) compared to the average one-time gift of $128. 💵

 

55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media end up taking some sort of action. 

 

Adding a person's name and full color in the direct mail can increase response by 135%!! ✉️

 

Community Foundation for Western Iowa Women's Fund Accepting Grant Applications Now!

 

The Community Foundation for Western Iowa is now accepting grant applications through June 15 for the Women's Fund of Southwest Iowa.  

Grants starting at $10,000 are available for projects in one (or more) of the following focus areas: Education Initiatives (STEM); Accessible and Affordable Childcare; Women's Health, Safety and Well-being; and Aging in Place.

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